Bajaj Freedom 125: India’s leading motorcycle manufacturer Bajaj Auto has launched the world’s first CNG bike Freedom 125 on Friday, July 5. This bike will run on both CNG and petrol. Riders can switch between the two fuels by pressing a button. Bajaj has designed this motorcycle keeping the middle class Indians in mind. Customers will be able to book this bike from any Bajaj showroom in the country from today itself. Freedom 125 CNG bike has been launched in the presence of Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari. Let us know in detail about all the things including the price and design of this motorcycle.
Bajaj Freedom 125 Price
Leading bike manufacturer Bajaj has launched the Freedom 125 CNG bike at a starting price of Rs 95,000, with a maximum price of Rs 1.1 lakh. This motorcycle is available in three variants. The NG04 drum variant is priced at Rs 95,000, while the NG04 drum LED is priced at Rs 1.05 lakh. Apart from this, its third variant NG04 Disc LED is priced at Rs 1.10 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom.
Bajaj Freedom 125 Features
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Touch Screen Display | No |
| Instrument Console | Digital |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Yes |
| Digital Fuel Gauge | Yes |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes |
| Average Speed Indicator | – |
| OTA Updates | Not Available |
| Call/SMS Alerts | – |
| Geo Fencing | No |
| Distance to Empty Indicator | – |
| Tachometer | – |
| Stand Alarm | – |
| No. of Tripmeters | – |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital |
| Gear Indicator | Yes |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes |
| Low Oil Indicator | – |
| Low Battery Indicator | – |
| Clock | Yes |
| Service Reminder Indicator | – |
| Battery | – |
| Front Storage Box | No |
| Under Seat Storage | – |
| Mobile App Connectivity | Yes |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No |
| Shift Light | No |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED |
| Turn Signal | LED |
| Pass Light | Yes |
| GPS & Navigation | – |
| USB Charging Port | – |
| Riding Modes Switch | No |
| Traction Control | No |
| Cruise Control | Not Available |
| Hazard Warning Switch | – |
| Start Type | Electric Start |
| Kill switch | – |
| Stepped Seat | No |
| Pillion Backrest | No |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes |
| Pillion Seat | Yes |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | – |
How is this Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike?
Bajaj Auto has launched this bike in the commuter segment. But the team has done a great job on the look and design of this bike. When you see this bike at first glance, the first question that will come to your mind is about the CNG cylinder. Looking at this bike, you will probably not be able to guess where the company has placed the CNG cylinder in this bike. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has also praised it.
In terms of design, Bajaj has used a minimal but robust design language for the Freedom 125. It gets a fully LED headlight and taillight as well as halogen indicators. It gets an instrument cluster with a monochrome LCD display that also supports Bluetooth connectivity. Bajaj has provided a common flap on the fuel tank, which can be opened to refill both petrol and CNG.
Where is the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG cylinder?
Bajaj Auto claims that this bike has the longest seat in the segment (785MM) which covers the fuel tank to a large extent at the front. The CNG tank is placed under this seat. In this, green color indicates CNG and orange color indicates petrol. This bike has a strong trellis frame which makes the bike light as well as strong. The company says that this bike has passed 11 different tests of the industry which make it completely safe. This bike has been tested from the front, side, top and even by crushing it under a truck.
Power, Performance and Mileage of Bajaj Freedom 125
In the world’s first CNG bike Bajaj Freedom, the company has given a petrol engine of 125 cc capacity. This engine generates power of 9.5PS and torque of 9.7Nm. In this, the company has given a petrol fuel tank of 2 liters and a CNG tank of 2 kg capacity. The company claims that this bike gives a driving range of up to 330 km in a full tank (petrol + CNG). Talking about mileage, this bike gives a mileage of 102 km in 1 kg CNG and 67 km in one liter of petrol.
India has the third largest automobile industry in the world
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said in his address that India has become the third largest automobile industry in the world after America and Japan. The auto industry has created 4 crore jobs so far. The two-wheeler industry is doing excellent work. Within 5 years, India will become the second largest automobile industry in the world.
Conclusion
Bajaj Auto has set a new dimension by launching the world’s first CNG bike Freedom 125. It is a bike in the commuter segment but its design and style are no less than anyone. It is available in three variants and its starting price is Rs 95,000. It runs on both CNG and petrol and claims to give a mileage of 102 km in 1 kg CNG and 67 km in 1 liter petrol. Overall it is an economical and environmentally friendly option.
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