Bajaj Platina 100 ComforTec
The mass market motorcycle segment in India is one such category that is majorly responsible for keeping the cash register ringing of two-wheeler giants. In a price sensitive economy like ours, where people are too conscious about the value for money quotient, auto companies are left with no option but to deliver products that not only prove their worth but also go less hefty on the pockets.
And when we talk about motorcycles, thankfully, the options are good even when you have a not so high budget. Having said that, here we bring you the list of five best two-wheelers in India that you can buy for under Rs 50,000.
Bajaj Auto launched the more comfort oriented version of its popular entry level commuter Platina with a suffix ComforTec next to ita few months back. The motorcycle flaunts of a better suspension set up than other motorcycles in this segment and Bajaj claims that this bike minimises the jerks by 20 percent in comparison to its rivals.
The Pune-based manufacturer further claims that the Bajaj Platina 100 ComforTec has been fitted with longer front and rear suspension and the latter being the dual spring type, offers a much comfortable ride.
Powering the Bajaj Platina 100 ComforTec is a 102cc, air-cooled engine mated to a four-speed transmission. The carbureted motor churns out respective power and torque figures of 8 bhp and 8.6 Nm. The bike also gets an electric starter for the convenience of the rider. The motorcycle gets its braking done with the help of 110mm drum brakes that have been fitted at both ends. The Platina has been assisted with a 11-litre fuel tank and has a total kerb weight of 108 kgs.
Recently, the Pune based manufacturer has launched a new variant of the Bajaj Platina that offers LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) and some added features. Besides, the bike also gets a refreshed instrument cluster and ditches the outdated unit, thereby looking appealing. With the addition of DRLs, the motorcycle regains the headlamp ON/OFF switch that is now used to toggle between the main headlamp and the DRLs.
The Bajaj Platina 100 ComforTec is available for sale at the company’s dealerships across India at a starting price of Rs 46,976 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The motorcycle is being offered in two trims viz alloy and spoke wheels with two colour options to choose from i.e. Red and Black.
Price: Rs. 46,967
Hero HF Deluxe
The world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer currently has a worthy motorcycle under Rs 50,000, better known as the HF Deluxe or the successor to the CD Deluxe. The entry-level commuter comes with a bit of sporty touch to it along with the attractive graphics that do their part quite well.
The Hero HF Deluxe is powered by a 97.2cc engine that comes linked to a four-speed gearbox. The motor is capable of producing a maximum power of 8.2 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.05 Nm. The suspension setup of the motorcycle comprises of conventional telescopic forks at the front along with twin spring shock absorbers at the rear.
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Braking is done by a 130m drum brake up front along with a 110mm drum unit for the rear. The motorcycle rides over 2.75 x 18 – 4 PR /42 P front and 2.75 x 18 – 6 PR / 48 P rear tyres equipped with stylish alloy wheels.
The Hero HF Deluxe has overall body dimensions of 1965mm x 720mm x 1045mm (LxBxH). The bike has respective wheelbase and ground clearance figures of 1235mm and 165mm. The seat height of the motorcycle is 805mm, hence short heighted riders can also find it easy to ride. The motorcycle gets a maintenance free battery that proves less hefty on the pocket when it comes to maintenance.
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The Hero HF Deluxe has been fitted with a 10.5 litre fuel tank and weighs just 110 kgs, making it a lightweight and easy to ride motorcycle. The bike is currently priced in the Indian two-wheeler market at Rs 42,432 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The HF Deluxe is available for sale in a total of four variants which are spread across five colour options.
Price: Rs. 42,432
TVS Star City Plus
The motorcycle is the most premium model of the company’s Star series of commuters and flaunts a sporty design along with a bunch of interesting features. The TVS Star City Plus comes powered by a 109.7cc engine that has been linked to a four-speed gearbox. The refined motor develops a maximum power output of 8.3 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.7 Nm.
The bike comes fitted with a 130mm drum brake up front along with a 110mm unit at the rear. The Star City Plus rides over 2.75×17 front and 3.00×17 rear tyres that comes with stylish black alloy wheels. The prime highlights of the TVS Star City Plus include a sporty digital analog instrument cluster, attractive graphics, 3D badging on the side panels and a comfortable seat. Suspension system comprises of conventional telescopic forks up front along with five step adjustable twin shock absorbers for the rear.
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The TVS Star City Plus has overall body dimensions of 1980mm x 750mm x 1080mm (LxBxH). The motorcycle has a wheelbase of 1260mm and comes with a minimum ground clearance of 172mm. The seat of this bike is set at a height of 785mm.
The motorcycle has been assisted with a 10-litre fuel tank and has a total kerb weight of 109 kgs. The TVS Star City Plus is currently being retailed at the company’s outlets across India at a starting price of Rs 45,390 for the kick start trim, which reaches up till Rs 50,534 for the top end electric start Gold variant.
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With the onset of festive season, the company has launched a special edition of the motorcycle and its pricing coincides with that of the top end trim. The special edition model offers dual tone paint scheme along with a black colouredrear body grab rail.
Price: Rs. 45,390
Honda CD 110 Dream
Honda’s most affordable commuter CD 110 Dream fits in the block for all those who are planning to buy a motorcycle under Rs 50,000. The motorcycle is the youngest member of the company’s Dream line up and is aimed particularly at rural markets. As the name suggests, the Honda CD 110 Dream gets its power from a 109.19cc, single cylinder, air-cooled engine that has been linked to a four-speed transmission.
The carbureted engine develops a maximum power of 8.25 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.63 Nm. The engine comes coupled to Honda Eco Technology (HET) through which the manufacturer claims a decent fuel economy. The engine also gets an easy electric start for the convenience of the rider.
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The bike has been assisted with 130mm drum brakes at both ends and rides over 80/100-18 tubeless tyres that offer convenience in case of a puncture. The Honda CD 110 Dream has been fitted with a luggage carrier to up the convenience factor. Other features of this motorcycle include utility box and an easy electric start. The suspension system of this motorcycle comprises of conventional telescopic forks at the front along with dual spring shock absorbers for the rear.
The Honda CD 110 Dream comes with body dimensions of 2009mm x 737mm x 1074mm (LxBxH) and has respective wheelbase and ground clearance of 1258mm and 179mm. The motorcycle has been assisted with a 8 litre fuel tank and has a total kerb weight of 105 kgs.
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The Honda CD 110 Dream is available at the company’s dealerships across India at a price of Rs 44,897 (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the base variant. The motorcycle comes in four variants that vary as per the presence of electric start and luggage carrier. The CD 110 Dream can be picked from four colour options namely Black with Red graphics, Black with Grey Graphics, Black with Blue Graphics and Black with Green graphics.
Price: Rs. 44,897
TVS Sport
The TVS Sport is the most affordable motorcycle in the company’s line up and is a decent example that commuter motorcycles can be good on style quotient too. A few months back, the motorcycle ditched the Star moniker and now comes as a bike independent of the company’s Star lineup.
The TVS Sport is powered by a a 99.7cc engine that comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The mill develops a maximum power output of 7.5 bhp along with a peak torque of 7.8 Nm. An easy all-gear electric start is also being offered as an option. With this set up, the company claims a mileage of 95 kmpl for the motorcycle.
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Braking to the TVS Sport is done by a 130mm drum brake upfront along with a 110mm unit at the rear. The motorcycle has been fitted with 2.75×17” front and 3.00×17” rear tyres that come with standard spoke and optional alloy wheels. The suspension duties of this motorcycle are taken care of with the help of conventional forks upfront along with dual spring five step adjustable shock absorbers at the rear.
The prime highlights of the TVS Sport include a sport headlamp section, attractive graphics and the company’s signature Economy and Power Modes in the instrument cluster to keep a check on the fuel economy. Furthermore, the motorcycle looks appealing in an all-black theme.
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The TVS Sport is currently priced at Rs 37,730 for the Indian two-wheeler market for the base variant and its price reaches up till Rs 47,174 (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the top of the line electric start alloy wheel trim. The bike is available for sale in a wide range of seven colour options to choose from namely Indigo Streak, Electric Green, Flaming Red, Dazzling White, Mercury Grey and Blaze Red.
Price: Rs. 47,174
Hero Splendor Pro
After the huge success of the Splendor Plus, Hero MotoCorp added yet another member into the super selling Splendor range. The motorcycle had been christened Splendor Pro and it witnesses a better body design than the standard Splendor model.
The Hero Splendor Pro comes powered by a 97.2cc, single cylinder, air-cooled engine that has been mated to a four-speed transmission set up. The carbureted mill manages to crank out a maximum power output of 8.2 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.05 Nm.
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The suspension system of the Hero Splendor Pro comprises of conventional telescopic forks at the front that couple with twin spring shock absorbers at the rear. The braking to the motorcycle is done with the help of 130mm drum brake up front along with a 110mm drum unit for the rear. The bike rides on 2.75 x 18 – 42 P front and 2.75 x 18 – 48 P rear tyres that come mounted over five spoke alloy wheels.
As for features, the Hero Splendor Pro comes equipped with stylish alloy wheels, an optional luggage carrier to offer convenience to the laymen especially in rural areas and a 3D logo. Also, the bike receives a side stand indicator along with triple-pod instrument cluster that looks impressive. The motorcycle has body dimensions of 1970mm x 720mm x 1040mm (LxBxH) and has respective ground clearance and wheelbase of 159mm and 1230mm.
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The motorcycle has been priced in the Indian two-wheeler market at Rs. 49,598 for the base model and Rs. 51,476 (both prices, ex-showroom, Delhi) for the top end self start trim. The bike is available for sale at the company’s dealerships across India in a total of eight colour options namely Black Purple, Black Red, Heavy Grey, Shield Gold, Cloud Silver, Candy Blazing Red, Palace Maroon and Black Monotone.
Price: Rs. 51,476
Hero HF Deluxe Eco
After the Hero HF Deluxe started gaining popularity among the masses and registered some impressive sales numbers, the manufacturer launched its another variant with ‘Eco’ suffix attached to it.
The Hero HF Deluxe is powered by a 97.2cc, air-cooled, single cylinder that has been assisted to a four-speed gearbox. The carbureted motor develops a maximum power output of 8.24 bhp while the peak torque figure stands at 8.05 Nm. The engine has been linked to the company’s patented i3s technology to enhance the fuel economy. Under this, the engine of the motorcycle gets shuts down automatically when the engine is in idle and the gearbox is engaged in neutral for more than five seconds.
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The braking system of the Hero HF Deluxe Eco comprises of 130mm drum brake at the front along with a 110mm drum brake at the rear. The suspension duties are handled with the help of conventional forks upfront along with twin spring shockers at the rear.
The HF Deluxe Eco has been fitted with 2.75 X 18 – 4 PR / 42 P front and 2.75 X 18 – 6 PR / 48 P rear tyres, mounted over stylish alloy wheels. The motorcycle has a total kerb weight of 112 kgs and has been fitted with a 10.5 litre fuel tank. The bike has a wheelbase of 1235mm along with a ground clearance of 165mm.
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Talking of features, the Hero HF Deluxe Eco offers some really interesting elements like a side stand indicator, airfoils on leg guard, an easy electric start and attractive graphics that enhances the visuals. The Hero HF Deluxe Eco is available at the company’s dealerships across India at a price of Rs. 47,134 (ex-showroom, Delhi) in a single variant. The bike comes in a leaf green colour only.
Price: Rs. 47,134
Bajaj CT 100
The Bajaj CT 100 has been present in India for many years as the most affordable motorcycle that one can buy. Over the passage of time, the Pune-based manufacturer brought in regular updates to the bike to make it more appealing to the masses.
Powering the Bajaj CT 100 is a 99.27cc, single cylinder engine that has been assisted to a four-speed transmission. The fuel efficient mill cranks out a maximum power output of 8.1 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.05 Nm.The design of the Bajaj CT 100 is more or less same as compared to the one that was first launched almost a decade back. The motorcycle gets attractive graphics to lure the buyers.
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The Bajaj CT 100 has been assisted with conventional telescopic forks at the front while the rear end receives SNS (Spring in Spring) shock absorbers to take on the broken surfaces with ease. The braking is done with the help of 110mm drum brakes that have been fitted at both ends. The motorcycle rolls over 2.75×17″ 41P front and 3.00×17″ 50P rear tyres that come mounted over stylish five spoke alloy wheels.
The Bajaj CT 100 has been assisted with a fuel tank having 10.5 litre capacity and has a total kerb weight of 108 kgs. The CT 100 has body dimesnions of 1945mm x 770mm x 1072mm (LxBxH) and has respective wheelbase and ground clearance of 1235mm and 169mm.
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The Bajaj CT 100 is available for sale at the dealerships at a price of Rs. 36,288 for the base model and Rs. 39,552 (boh prices, ex-showroom, Delhi) for the electric start version. The CT 100 can be chosen in a total of three colours namely Ebony Black with Blue decals, Ebony Black with Red decals and Flame Red.
Price: Rs. 39,552
Yamaha Saluto RX
Yamaha Motor India launched the Saluto RX as its most affordable motorcycle for the Indian two-wheeler market. The bike is the stepped down version of the standard Saluto with a smaller displacement engine and lesser number of features.
The Yamaha Saluto RX gets its power from a 110cc, single cylinder, air-cooled engine linked to a four-speed transmission system. The carbureted mill develops a maximum power output of 7.39 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.5 Nm. The engine has been blessed with the company’s patented Blue Core technology to ensure a better combustion efficiency along with an enhanced fuel economy.
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The Yamaha Saluto RX comes with a diamond type frame and has been equipped with telescopic forks up front along with twin spring shock absorbers for the rear. The braking system of this motorcycle comprises of 130mm drum brake that have been installed at both ends. The Saluto RX rides on 2.75-17 41P front and 3.00-17 50P rear tyres mounted over five spoke alloy wheels.
The prime highlights of the Yamaha Saluto RX include stylish black alloy wheels, a good looking instrument cluster and modern fuel tank design. Besides this, the bike has a total kerb weight of just 98 kgs that make it a lightweight and an easy to ride two wheeler.
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The Yamaha Saluto RX has body dimensions of 2020mm x 740mm x 1045mm (LxBxH) and has respective wheelbase and ground clearance of 1255mm and 175mm. The motorcycle has been fitted with a small 7.2 litre fuel tank.
The Yamaha Saluto RX is available at the company’s dealerships across India at a price of Rs. 47,721 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The bike can be picked from a range of five colour options namely Matt Black, Gleaming Black, Inspiring Red, Dark Night and Brezzy Blue.
Price: Rs. 47,721
Honda Dream Neo
The Honda Dream Neo is also one such motorcycle that you can buy if you can invest close to Rs. 50,000. The motorcycle is a member of the company’s Dream series of commuters that were launched keeping affordability and value for money in mind.
The motorcycle is powered by a 109.19cc, single cylinder engine that has been mated to a four-speed gearbox. The motor develops a maximum power output of 8.25 bhp along with a peak torque of 8.63 Nm. The engine is BS-IV compliant and has been coupled with the company’s patented HET (Honda Eco Technology) for better fuel economy.
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The Honda Dream Neo has been equipped with 130mm drum brakes that have been fitted at both ends. The suspension system of this motorcycle offers conventional telescopic forks at the front while the rear end is taken care of by twin spring shock absorbers. The Honda commuter rides on 80/100-18 tyres that come mounted over stylish black alloy wheels. Furthermore, these are also tubeless that offer convenience in case of a puncture.
The Honda Dream Neo has body dimensions of 2009mm x 737mm x 1074mm (LxBxH). The bike has respective wheelbase and ground clearance of 1258mm and 179mm. The Dream Neo has been fitted with a fuel tank of 8 litre capacity and has a total kerb weight of 107 kgs.The motorcycle comes with a maintenance free battery that ensures minimum stress on the pocket.
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The Honda Dream Neo is available at the company’s dealerships across India at a price of Rs. 50,001 for the base version and 50,290 (both prices, ex-showroom, Delhi) if you wish to opt for the optional luggage carrier. The bike can be be picked from four colour options namely Black with Blue stripes, Black with red stripes, Geny Gray Metallic and Imperial Red Metallic.
Price: Rs. 50,001