Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si Review
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Bajaj Auto that drove into millions of hearts with its bikes and vroomed to the top in the sales chart is now in a shadow phase, while Yamaha and Honda are stealing all the limelight. The Yamaha seems strongly appealing to the youth who would once swear by the Bajaj Pulsar. In fact the year 2008 was quite dull for Bajaj Auto as admitted by the company and blame it on global recession taking its toll on the Indian automobile sector as well and Bajaj Auto took quite the beating for sure without an exception, but thankfully, not for long.
This year Bajaj Auto had all plans to bounce back putting the past behind. And, here, they had hit the headlines across all automobile sectors with their new launch, the new Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike a variant of its forerunner XCD, and the bike is dubbed as Pulsar-Junior by Bajaj fans. It will be interesting to see how automobile giant will prove its mettle this year with the new revelation, Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike.
Ask what is so unique about the new Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si? Well, the bike is an extension of XCD 125cc, but it is built bigger with additional styling elements incorporated. Sharp indicators and unique headlights are highlights of Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si that add to its new looks and they appeal every bike lover for sure. But it is the tail lamp cluster that may turn you off and the fake scoop fail to hide the fuel tank that may also disappoint you.
When compared to its forerunner the XCD 125cc version, new Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike is a little more powerful, with 10.2 PS of maximum power at 7500rpm and 11.58Nm of maximum torque at 5000rpm with a unique down type 5-speed gearbox. For a lower-end grunt the XCD has employed Bajaj’s patent ExhausTEC system.
The engine of new Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si will help you reach the 8000-rpm mark quite smoothly that could be slightly below the red line. You can cover around 23 kmph in the fifth gear and around 18 kmph in the fourth gear. The fifth gear is a little extended making it easy for you to cross 80 kmph and you can glide around 0-60 kmph in seven seconds. But it is quite a task to reach the 100 kmph feat. The DTS-Si technology adds to the power of the bike influencing a bit on the fuel efficiency as well as the mileage. And in a combined drive Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si returns safely 60 kmpl.
Again, Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si has 200mm disc and 130 mm brake at the front and the rear comprises of 100/90*17” tyres that are similar to the dimensions of its forerunner XCD 125cc. The other feature of the bike is that it comes with a telescopic Nitrox suspension.
The bike features a cool digital console similar to the Suzuki GS150R. The competing bikes in the same segment lack this feature and for people who love digital display, this could be a reason to choose this bike.
The Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike can be truly blissful to cut across traffic snarls because of its easy handling. The seats are wide and comfortable putting less pressure on your already aching back. And if you want to increase the speed level beyond 84 kmph, you are into a bumpy ride but the bike is most suitable for urbanites. But the greatest disadvantage of the ride in spite of the Nitrox suspension is the low-pressure rubber.
The Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike is available in five different colors. The bike also comes with auto choke, twin pilot lamps, LED tail lamp, wide rear tyre and digital speedometer. The bike is also less expensive when compared to its former model XCD 125cc. The three models of XCD 135cc include the manual start-drum, electric start-drum brake variant and the top end sports model that features disc brake and electric start options. The Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si drum brake version bike will come at Rs.51,063 on road.
One thing to keep in mind while filling air to the new Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike is that there are no different air pressure settings for the rider alone and the rider with a pillion.
Although the Bajaj XCD 135cc DTS-Si bike does not sport uber cool looks it does run on a peppy engine and it comes with an affordable price and can pull young crowd that is already familiar with Bajaj Pulsar and Discover.
And yo! There is also good news for Bajaj lovers; they are launching five new bike models this year!
Related posts:
- Bajaj XCD 135 DTS-Si Photo Review
- Bajaj XCD 135 DTS-Si Launched Today
- Bajaj Discover 135 DTSi Review
- Bajaj Pulsar 135 DTS-Si Spy Photos
- Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS DTS-i Preview
62 comments
Car Blog on February 25, 2009 at 5:44 am
Bajaj has really disappointed with the XCD. They showed the Sprint at the Auto Expo and they did not launch it here. Bad bad Bajaj.
BTW what happened to the contest you held about the gloves?
George on February 25, 2009 at 7:22 am
Bajaj is trying to impress the crowds with such tweaks. Now we have to wait and see how they succeed.Any way good review keep it up.
srini on February 25, 2009 at 6:55 pm
Leave alone 100kmph speed, bike does 80 kmph with lots of ‘strain’. I think Passion and Splendor can do smoother 90 kmph than many higher cc bikes from Bajaj and TVS, which vibrate after 5000rpm/60kmph speed.
Kamzi on February 27, 2009 at 8:03 am
Hey I wnt gone own a bike and I want fuel effeciency around 50-60kmph, and a bit of power and style. Am confused between pasion pro, XCD 135 and platina 125.
Can any1 help me?
I hv heard that bajaj engines are not on which we can rely cause it stops the perfomance after 3-4 years that has been promised at the time of purchasing.
Car Blog on March 8, 2009 at 7:50 am
Kamzi you should go ahead and get the Passion Pro if you are looking to keep the bike for long. Bajaj engines are still not that refined and long term reliability is still a question.
Scorpio on March 14, 2009 at 10:43 am
Kazmi !
I think Passion Pro is no comparison with crap PLatina or XCD.
Frn ! go ahead, buy Passion Pro. amazingly refined bike.
Don’t think abt it, if you wanna lead a trouble-free biking.
XCD 135 Blog on March 28, 2009 at 9:20 am
blame a brand or model without owing or even taking a test ride of the bike? auto magazines have compared the xcd 135 with the stunner and the gladiator and found the xcd 135 better in performance and fuel efficiency.
read those magazines or take a test ride before you pass opinion on a bike blindly
srini on March 29, 2009 at 1:38 am
XCD blog,
Auto magazines always give more coverage to failing companies, thats’ the way magazines live !!
> For TVS Flame almost all magazines carried detailed review, road test report, comparo, etc etc in three months there were about 3 dozen articles on TVS Flame in all leading magazines.
> Hunk which is a great product from Hero Honda, could find 7 articles in the same period.
Magazines charge for ‘sexed-up’ reviews and ONLY failing companies will pay up. Why should Hero Honda pay some stupid journo to write a review on good product ?
> Bike India last month(feb2009) compared GS150R, Unicorn, Pulsar and Achiever (Why not CBZ…why not Hunk?). This is how some magazines sex-up reviews to show one particular model in good light !!
> Just go through last year magazines, XCD125 was rated better than Gladi/Super Splen/Shine/Zeus etc etc. TODAY the model is sacked !! Bajaj Cheats !!
XCD 135 Blog on April 1, 2009 at 6:41 pm
srini
I am not going to argue. But just take a test ride of the XCD 135 before you make any biased comments.
I have found the XCD 135 a very good motorcycle.
mpvijaykhanna on April 13, 2009 at 9:18 am
wow u r right i have passion plus
yesterday i went for long trip around 200km in NH-7
it went upto 90 without any extra sound and vibration
mpvijaykhanna on April 13, 2009 at 9:21 am
yes u r right
now we can say bajaj bikes r good
but what about 50,000 km runs
just aask the cistomers of bajaj they will say
bhushan on May 4, 2009 at 8:08 pm
i am going to purchase bajaj 135 xcd bike can any 1 help me how is that and how it performance and what abt its maintenance. plz reply
Saami on May 27, 2009 at 4:41 pm
Ur kiddin me man..
it goes to 80kmph like a charm for me..
and 100 does take a lil time afta reaching 80.
Saami on May 27, 2009 at 4:43 pm
well my top speed on xcd 135 is 107kmph for almost 2 min and it was fine for me.
i liked it
Loving it.
dinesh on May 28, 2009 at 5:10 pm
XCD is just like a candy and nothing else doesn’t matter what segment. Its having a very short length secondly the design is not upto the mark.
xXx on June 5, 2009 at 5:24 pm
Speed of the Vehicle also depends on the weight of the rider. Xcd 135 can easily reach 100 km.
Rajeshwaran.R on June 6, 2009 at 10:13 am
hi i’m going to buy one XCD 135cc
tell me about mileage & perfomance
thanks in Advance
Kiran on June 11, 2009 at 6:28 pm
Friends, I bought XCD 135CC on 28th May 09. It gave me mileage of 75 KMPL with ride control switch ON in the city. My earlier bike was Boxer, it also gave me the mileage of @ 72 KMPL. The pick-up and suspension is at par with other bikes. I will rate it 9/10.
Rajkumar Kaushal on June 15, 2009 at 5:40 pm
Are u sure your top speed is 107 kmph i am confusing because some people are saying the bike is not going upto 80kmph its vibrate.
Saami Matloob on June 15, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Yeah Mate am pretty sure .
And an update i went to chennai from bangalore and on doubles i could reach max of 111 but yeah like said it wasnt easy.
I was driving at an average speed of 105kmph which in turn affected the mileage and gave around 38kmph .
On Singles I reached 113 on Hosur road ie NH7 which is usually empty and is an awesome road.
it doesnt vibrates at 80 but it sure starts vibrating after 97 or 98. I think thats normal what more can you expect from 135cc Bike.
zerohonda on June 27, 2009 at 11:08 am
Yeah.. Hunk is a great product.. only few people like you know about it.. that justifies it’s sales numbers as well.. lol.. all zero honda freaks know why cbz extreme or that dink isn’t clicking on sales charts..
zerohonda on June 27, 2009 at 11:12 am
True.. all bike magazines or auto shows on TV’s choose one or the other bike as better one.. but they are right when they say only Honda or Yamaha is the best.. if they say Bajaj or TVS is best knifes are out quickly for them saying they are not refined.. they are not Honda.. how can they be best?? isn’t it funny.. get over it.. one look at the roads will tell you who rules what.. so far zero honda is the king of 100 cc segment.. and is going strong.. but if you take 125 cc + it’s Bajaj.. all others are marginal players .. TVS is selling significant numbers .. but remains a distant third..
Rajesh Patel on July 12, 2009 at 10:53 pm
I want to buy bike of 125cc to 150cc . My budget is around 60k max. I heard honda shine having vibration problem.
Honda stunner is very stylish i dont like much style. Herohonda Glamour having mileage problem(It is giving 35 to 45 kmpl). So, now i want to buy any one among TVS Flame, BAJAJ XCD 135cc and YAMAHA Gladiator ss. Can anyone help?
gaurav on July 14, 2009 at 4:05 pm
man jus look at Yamaha gladiator ss in a showroom before making any decision..
it feels like a 150 cc n has decent mileage of abt 55kmpl.
and gladiator is the best 125cc bike in India, it has got the most positive reviews. i have a gladiator type ja and i easily beat pulsar150s with dat.
YAMAHA rulzz man
Saurabh on July 15, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Rajesh i think you should go for xcd 135 or new glamour pgm fi. Its a new version of glamour which gives around 65 kmpl but it will cost around 60000. I said xcd 135 because of its handling. I have taken my friend’s Xcd at 90kmph without any vibrations and at 70kmph it gives around 75kmpl. Its city mileage is around 60-65kmpl
Rajesh Patel on July 16, 2009 at 12:17 am
I have on road price for both bikes. For Gladiator it is 54,900 and for XCD 135 it is 53,500. Not much difference in price. So now tell me other than price point of view.
Gaurav Gupta on July 18, 2009 at 10:30 am
Last day i.e. 17/07/2009 (Friday) I bought Bajaj XCD 135. My top speed was 80 in city. At this point about fuel n milege etc. I cant tell right now but this bike is really good if u compare with almost similar capacity. The problem of vibration, nope!!!! its good. Look, Engine power is really good. One more thing I h to say I agree that Hero Honda is having better sale thn others but dnt forgt that Bajaj is also having good sales. I dnt know why pplz writing review without trying XCD 135. If you want a lil bit style, looks, and a good average I think XCD is good for this.
DeathRacer on July 22, 2009 at 7:31 pm
Hi, I am Planning to buy a 125 CC bike . I am confused betwwen XCD135 or yamaha Gladiator RS( as I dont like SS color combination)
For gladiator , Some of my friend told its very difficult to get the spare parts . and few said milage is 40 to 45.
For XCD135 , I am worried about the engine performance and Bajajs -ve reviewes. Plz help…
vinod on August 1, 2009 at 5:52 pm
I am planning to buy a new bike with 50-60 kmpl which will be better bajaj discover 135 or tvs flame or honda shine.. plz help me .. thanks…
Shrish on August 5, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Go for honda shine…ppl say it has vibration prob,but it happens after 65 to 70kmph n wht can u xpect from a 125cc
bike
Shrish on August 5, 2009 at 3:52 pm
u r right,yamaha bikes are just use n’throw ones’!!! if u r purchasing a yama. make sure that spares r available..
puneet on August 9, 2009 at 10:58 am
i am gonna buy bike but my father’s choice is passion and mine is xcd.suggest me to buy best of both
preetu on August 16, 2009 at 4:51 pm
i want to buy bike i have buget near 50000 i want style,and i like speed and power wich bike is best for me…i m confused in bajaj xcd135cc or passion plus i m college student so style is also important for me…but i want best…
Bhabani on August 31, 2009 at 12:32 am
Hey Guys
Help me choose between Pulsar 150 & XCD 135.
I need mileage & low maintenance in the long run.
I heard from one of my Bro that XCD 135 need more maintenance as compared to Pulsar, as its parts & engine is not as refined as Pulsar..
Inayat on September 17, 2009 at 11:28 pm
I am using from last 2 mnths, and gave me mileage around 65-70kmpl.
ride control is very good…
surely go 4 dis.
Nilesh on September 21, 2009 at 3:45 am
Hi Guyz,
I am very confused between Passion RPO and XCD 135 and I will be buying a bike on Sep 28 2009. Plz advice which one to go for.
I heard that bajaj bikes are not long term but stylish……
I am in favour of Passion PRO. plz help me making my decision
abhi on September 23, 2009 at 11:07 am
I own a xcd 135..It is a very smooth bike,does not vibrate at 80kmph(I have tried up to this)..I dont require speed more than this in kolkata…its milage is the best..i am getting 68kpl at 50kmph..moreover it has got a sporty look..I am a prowd owner of xcd135.its perfect for city riders who prefer good milage.
so guys before you comment on xcd135 please take a test ride..I am sure that ur mouth will be shut.
Rajesh Patel on October 4, 2009 at 12:29 pm
Lookwise this bike is like Luna.
abhi on October 6, 2009 at 7:54 pm
xcd 135 looks very stylish
Kara on October 7, 2009 at 12:51 pm
Hi,
Could any user of XCD 135 tell me the +ves and -ves he has faced.
–Mileage.
–Suspension.
–Braking.
–Body build, is it susceptible to cracks/scratches, and is the fibre body reliable?
–Top Speed without vibrations.
–Reliability of parts like digital speedometer,Battery,and other parts.
–Noice (if any)
A kind request, I’m expecting genuine response only from the actual Users of the bike. Others please refrain from commenting.
thanks in advance.
–Kara
abhi on October 8, 2009 at 5:29 pm
the onli negative point of xcd is that its power is 10.2bhp which in case of discover is 13…all the other features that u have mentioned are very good…top speed 80kmph without vibration(i have not used above this)..no problem with fibre body…braking is also good
kara on October 9, 2009 at 11:40 am
Thanks a lot. ur comment would be useful.
kara on October 9, 2009 at 12:51 pm
Why are number of XCD 135 very rare on road ? any reason? but review wise users say its good, also the features are supre cool for the cost u put in, but why is it that not many users are going with XCD, is it coz of long term issues ? if yes what kind of issues do you guys know ?
Amogh on October 25, 2009 at 2:04 pm
Hey u all. Bajaj XCD 135 CC is really a good one . as compared to hero honda products . bajaj offers digital meter, disk breaks,nitrox suspension,LED lamp,with max tork at 11.50Nm@5000 rpm .. that all the bikes of hero honda not .. also check cc … .. hero honda bikes are of 100 cc .. that really kicks of PickUp on hill .. i try with new passion.. its really slow on hill . unless u must say we must ride on first gear on hill .. that other TVS and BAJAJ bikes can easily reach put on third gear …..
so dont waste money and go with BAJAJ and TVS …
Experience it ..
Jayesh on November 5, 2009 at 11:46 am
hi i want to purchase a bike i am confused between
Discover DTS-Si/XCD 135/Discover 135 which should i prefer
milage not much concern
kara on November 5, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Since ur choice has been narrowed down b/w XCD and Dic 135, no doubt you should go with dis 135, coz Dis 135 has got good power compared to XCD, also it was a good success n market than compared to XCD. You can of course save around 5-7 K if u opt to XCD, but thats no a wise decision as I see.
a short advice from me, since u have opted for 135, I guess power is not a very high priority for you, so why dont u go for 125 CC, 10 CC is not a big deal I guess. In 125 CC teh cheapest and good mileage bike I C is PLATINA 125 CC (the new one)Dont just rely on the posts, coz the decision varies from person to person, so just give a test drive for XCD, Disc, and Platina, then compare and contrast, and finally decide on something that doesnt make you feel “Had I opted for …”.
I request some users of XCD 135 to comment on this fro more reliability.
vinod on November 5, 2009 at 6:21 pm
take a new discover 135
ia mhaving one
my bike mileage 55kpl and having equal power to pulsar 150
discover 135 13.1 bhp
pulsar 13.5bhp
dis weight 133 kg
pulsar150 143 kg
my bike goes speed upto 111 kmph
it beats hunk cbz xtreme stunner flame and pulsar 150 with pillion,which my friends has this bikes.
my friend have xcd 135 his bike gives mileage of 70kpl.yes this is true. he rides bike 60kmph
its nice to ride.
xcd power only 10.2 bhp
abhi on November 6, 2009 at 6:37 pm
oly power of xcd135(10.2) is less than discover135(13bhp)..if power is not of much importance..then go for xcd 135 for great milage…stylish looks..smooth riding
Rahul on November 8, 2009 at 9:56 pm
I just bought a Bajaj XCD 135 CC. I am very happy with its performance. My 1st service is due and my bike is already giving me 62+ kmpl average. My daily route (one way) has around 3 kms of hilly area (slopes of dindoshi – goregaon east , mumbai) and 7 kms of normal traffic (link road – inorbit mall to infinity mall – mumbai).
I prefered this bike over discover 135cc for the following reasons:
1.)DTS-Si…………as compared to (Discover -DTSi) will give you more mileage
2.)Chain is enclosed…….which prevents it from getting dirty and dried. Discover has chain open.
3.)5 gears…………i neednt exaplain this
4.)Discover’s larger fuel tank will seem attractive but will add to the weight thus reducing mileage. XCD is 10-15 kilos lighter than discover. Besides one will never fill up 13 litres of petrol (Rs.650)
5.)Twin head lamp in XCD……..absent in discover
6.)This one is a personal opinion – LOOKS…………discover doesnt look good at all. XCD is very sporty looking. Nice choice of colours esp the full blue.
7.)All this comes for a cost of 5000 less than discover
Discover is also a gr8 bike………but i have my reasons fr the bias towards XCD.
Rahul
Sam Jayakumar on November 28, 2009 at 3:32 pm
I bought xcd135cc bike in the month of Aug09.It is really good with 65kmpl mileage at an average speed of 55-60
anupam roy on November 30, 2009 at 11:03 am
hey friends…just go 4 XCD 135.
it’s d best in it’s class…. looks,mileage,power, top speed…all of em r d best!! i bought it..no complaints yet though..!
saro on December 1, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Hi Friends!
I am using XCD 135 since July,09 completed 2 services and 2600 km. The bike is good for city ride, suspension is appreciable I used to get tired when riding my Splendor, the milage is decent near 55 kmpl inside city,power & pickup are really better.
As a whole its a good option rather to go for a 100 cc bike .
rakesh jain on December 3, 2009 at 9:26 pm
Bajaj Pulsar 135cc coming on 9th December 2009.
Enjoy:-)
Kumar on December 19, 2009 at 11:06 am
I have bought xcd135cc bike in the month of April 2009.It is fuel efficiency is really bad with 38kmpl mileage in city condition( after 3 free services) Riding comfort is good .People who wants the mileage don’t go for XCD 135, Lookwise good.
anand on January 5, 2010 at 9:34 pm
buddies, the xcd 135 is really a perfect blend of both style and power.I usually get near about 75 km/l in pune city. my city and hihgway is 30:70 at speed of 45-55.
sreeram on January 7, 2010 at 7:30 pm
hello guys
I am very confused between STUNNER and PULSUR 135LS … Plz advice which one to go for…..
M.Suresh on January 17, 2010 at 6:31 am
Two wheeler experts may plz suggest me, which is a best option either Bajaj Discover DTsi (100cc) or Herohonda passion pro.
tnx
Chandra Shekar on January 21, 2010 at 7:17 pm
Hello guys,
I have an xcd 135 from past 4 months..
To say the bike is cool compared with other bikes in same cc range. When comes to the higher rpm’s its good. Handling is very easy and it does not cause much back pain. i got a max speed of 113 in B’lore NICE road. u can take curves easily.
The bike lacks power in lower rpm’s and clutch is not so effective. The smaller disc break can not withstand the bike’s weight.
Apart from the lack of power in lower rpm’s the bike is good for its prize.
Miraz Makhani on February 15, 2010 at 7:11 pm
Hi Guys…!!
I am goin to buy xcd135 this March before i buy the bike i just want to get some positive as well as negative reviews abt the bike.. i got 2 options Either Bajaj Discover 135 or Bajaj XCD 135…
Please Help Me Guys..!!! I am not well known about bikes..!!!
Thanks..!!!
Saami Matloob on February 15, 2010 at 8:28 pm
I think they are discontinuing bajaj xcd series
vinod dabade on March 23, 2010 at 1:45 pm
hi,
im vinod and purchased the bajaj xcd 135 in feb,2009 already completed 1year & 1 months and my bike has completed around 7500kms. i have got all the free service done in time .till now i have not face any technical ar any problem with the bike.
mileage is also between 62-65 in city.
there is no problem with the speedometer,lights and other thing.
till now i have spend only RS 20 for replacing the side stand spring which was lost, other than the oil change in every service.
hence as far as im concerned i fill it is a very stylish bike since i found many people asking me about the price and milagae and this bikes always makes the people to look it atleast twice.
my bike colour is greenis black.
im extremly hapy with my bike.
thanks to bajaj for this creation.
Kumar on April 26, 2010 at 11:47 am
I had owned XCD 135 one year back , great bike with good mileage , lookwise great , and top speed 100 kmph, road grip is fantastic , wat else u people want in a bike