Overview of Bajaj Avenger 220
The Bajaj Avenger 220 is a new cruiser from the company, but the only difference between this bike and its predecessor - the Avenger 200 - is in the engine. The Avenger 220 has also been put through a few other changes that makes it a little different from its predecessor, especially in terms of riding position and comfort, both of which have now made it more suitable for city riding conditions. Avenger 220 is not meant for bikers who keep checking their fuel gauge. Bajaj has included the fuel gauge in the new avenger 220. Similar to its predecessor avenger 220 instrumentation has no fuel gauge, it sits neatly in the fuel tank.
Main Classic Features of Bajaj Avenger 220:
1) Round headlamp
2) Simple fairing-less front profile chrome-finished single pod instrument. cluster all exuding old-world charm.
3) Multi-spoked, chrome-plated wheels.
4) Rectangular rear view mirrors.
5) Aluminium levers and shiniy handlebarweight adds more glamour to this cruiser.
6) Bullet machismo like windshield.
Engine of Bajaj Avenger 220
Though the Yamaha’s enticer is no longer in production, this time the avenger 220 cruiser faces the heat from the cult bike maker Royal Enfield. The new Avenger 220's engine produces maximum power of 19 Bhp at 8100 rpm with maximum torque of 17.5 Nm at 7000 rpm which is same like Pulsar 220. The 5-speed gear-box is smooth, offering a positive feel to the ride and a crisp performance with good throttle and wide power spread ability.
Ride & Handling of Bajaj Avenger 220
The 1475mm wheelbase, 17” front and 15”rear wheels lend the Avenger 220 its characteristic cruiser looks and performance while the broad rider seat and splayed out riding position ensure comfort and better dynamics, even when handling corners and cutting bends of the awkward kind. A flat handlebar, a twin down-tube frame in the front, the steel swing-arm reaching the rear wheel all make for old-fashioned bike mechanisms and heavy traffic does bring out the horrors of handling this heavy cruiser, so corner tackling is a challenge then. However, braking being incredible, the stability is rock-solid.
The new Bajaj Avenger 220 promises a cruising experience on two-wheels with low-slung rider seat design, exemplary braking , enhanced engine and gear box performance courtesy bigger 5-speed fundamentals and a neat oil-cooler to ensure lowered temperatures. Its lean, muscular frame, duo spark plugs DTS-I tech gets fuel efficiency for better mileage and ensures you get more than you bargained for – pleasantly.
Shades Available in Bajaj Avenger 220
- Plasma Blue
- Cocktail Wine Red
- Midnight Black
- Misty Grey Silver