The Bajaj Freedom 125, the world’s first CNG-powered motorcycle introduced by Bajaj Auto. Petrol bike which comes with an option to be powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) at the push of a button CNG cars have been a thing for over 10 years now in India, but this is the first motorcycle to use CNG anywhere in the world. At an offering price of ₹95,000, the bike’s base ‘Drum’ variant costs the lowest.
The All New Bajaj Freedom 125
The Freedom 125 can be booked through the company’s official website and at authorized showrooms. The bike is offered in three forms – NG04 Disc LED, NG04 Drum LED, and NG04 Drum. There are 5 color options for the LED variants, whereas there are only 2 colors available for the non-LED Drum variant. Detailed pricing (ex-showroom) is as follows:
- NG04 Disc LED: ₹1,10,000
- NG04 Drum LED: ₹1,05,000
- NG04 Drum: ₹95,000
It will be interesting to watch how the Bajaj Freedom 125 is launched and what kind of impact it has on the two-wheeler market. Since the costs of fuels and pollution are two major concerns for Indian two-wheeler customers this CNG tech could definitely help. This motorcycle gets a two-litre (tentatively) petrol tank limited to reserve! Despite being fully packed, the Bajaj Freedom 125 is said to return a mileage of around 213 kilometers per kilo of CNG making it legendary efficient for such commuters.
As seen in the video played during the launch, it has been through 11 safety tests of BSIV. Among the tests, a significant one is called the ‘truck rollover test’ in which the CNG tank was crushed under truck tires but did not explode and its pressure remained unchanged.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, present at the launch, emphasized the importance of reducing India’s crude oil import bill and promoting alternative fuels. He highlighted the growth of India’s automobile industry, noting its role as a wealth and job creator. Gadkari expressed pride in India surpassing Japan to become the third-largest automobile market and reiterated his goal of transforming India into a five trillion-dollar economy.
FAQs
What are the fuel options for the Bajaj Freedom 125?
The Bajaj Freedom 125 can run on both petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), allowing users to switch between the two with the press of a button.
What is the mileage of the Bajaj Freedom 125 on CNG?
The Bajaj Freedom 125 offers a mileage of 213 kilometers per kilo of CNG, making it a highly efficient option for commuters.
