Bajaj Avenger 220 (Old Model)

Bajaj Avenger 220 (Old Model)

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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 81,596
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Discontinued

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Our take on this /// Verdict

The Bajaj Avenger 220 is a good dependable bike in this segment. Bajaj Avenger is famous for its cruiser-style design and smooth ride. It may not be the fastest but it is perfect for relaxed cruising and city commuting. If you want a bike with a cruiser look and easy-going performance then the Avenger 220 is a good choice.

Price

Bajaj Avenger 220 price is Rs 81,596 in India. Available in Plasma Blue, Cocktail Wine Red, and Midnight Black colors.

Latest Updates
Thursday, 28 September 2023 06:47 AM

Bajaj Auto discontinued the Avenger 220. The reason for the discontinuation of the Avenger 220 might be its slow sales since the company already has a more affordable Avenger 160 Street which is quite famous and garners decent sales.

Colour Options and Price in India
Bike Variant 2014 Bajaj Avenger 220 (Old)
Availability Status in India Discontinued
2-Wheeler Type Cruiser
Latest Price in India Bajaj Avenger 220 (Old) price was Rs 81,596 before being discontinued.
Fuel Type Petrol
Colour Options Plasma Blue, Cocktail Wine Red and Midnight Black
Official Tagline Feel Like God
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW
Vehicle Overview Bajaj Avenger 220 was available just in single shades and carried one model for both street and cruise purpose. The bike is powered by a 219.8c, air cooled engine producing 18.8 BHP and 17.5 Nm of torque. It matched more to the current date Avenger 220 Cruise but carried plain shades like Red and Blue instead for the Chrome studded Black and Desert Brown shade in the current generation motorcycle. Despite of being a cruiser, the motorcycle drives the same way as a sportbike and comes out to be the only one with such cruiser focused design.
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
Engine Details 219.8cc, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder
Cooling Air cooled with oil-cooler
Engine cc (Displacement) 219.8 cc
Maximum Power 18.8 HP @ 8400 rpm
Maximum Torque 17.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Number of Cylinders 1
Number of Gears 5
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED
Mileage 30-40 kmpl (approx.)
BRAKES AND TYRES
Front Brake 260 mm Disc
Rear Brake 130mm Drum
Wheel Size 90/90x17 - 130/90x15
Wheel Type Spoke Wheels
Tubeless Tyres
Alloy Wheels
PERFORMANCE FIGURES
0-60 kmph 4.50 secs
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
Front Suspension Telescopic
Rear Suspension Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Ground Clearance 169 mm
Seat Height 710 mm
Wheelbase 1475 mm
Kerb Weight 154.50 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 litres
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
Speedometer Analog
Tachometer
Trip Meter Analog
Odometer Analog
Fuel Gauge Analog
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
Pass Light
Battery Type MF
Capacity 9Ah
Voltage 12V
Head Light 60 / 55W (Halogen)
COMFORT FEATURES
Electric Start
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat
Pillion Backrest

Bajaj Avenger 220 (Old Model) Review

21 Dec, 2021 06:06 PM

Quick Review by Maxabout Team

The Bajaj Avenger 220 is a cruiser-type performance motorcycle that serves as a successor to Bajaj’s popular cruiser, the Avenger 200, but the similarities between the two models are extensive. So is the Avenger 220 worth a second look, or has Bajaj's usually innovative R&D department blundered by introducing such a close sibling?

Design and Style

Unfortunately, the time that Bajaj has had to update the bike hasn’t been spent on its exterior – it’s strongly reminiscent of the 200, and the worst characteristics of that earlier model. In particular, the 220 is bulky and feels overweight. Despite a slightly leaner frame than the 200, the bike weighs in at 154 kg, and its front-positioned dual down-tube frame and rear-wheel swing arm look very old-fashioned. Bajaj have gone for a bigger, boxier, more classic aesthetic for this bike: a large round headlamp and rectangular rear-view mirrors are prominent characteristics. Its windshield is unattractive, and looks flimsy. Material quality is surprisingly high: its aluminium levers and metal handlebar weights look solid, durable and classy.

Instrument Console

Unlike many of the newly updated Bajaj models, such as the Pulsar 180, the Avenger 220 features a wholly analogue instrument console, including trip meter, analogue speedometer and analogue fuel gauge, as well as low-battery, low-oil and low-fuel indicators. All of the displays are clearly visible, but it’s disappointing that Bajaj haven’t made the upgrade, and it might push potential buyers toward the 180.

Engine and Gearbox

The market offers relatively little competition to the 220 – not many of the major manufacturers have yet ventured into this territory, and the discontinuation of the Yamaha Enticer left a considerable gap in the market. The Avenger 220 is equipped with a 219.8cc, four-stroke, air-cooled engine, capable of a maximum power output of 18.8 Bhp at 8100 rpm and a maximum torque of 17.5 Nm at 7000 rpm. It has a five-speed gearbox that performs smoothly, giving the bike a crisp and positive feel with powerful throttling and a broad ability across all power spreads.

Acceleration and Top Speed

The bike’s powerful engine provides excellent pick-up and decent top speeds. You’ll get 120 kmph out of it at the top end, which is slightly disappointing given its capability. Some may also be disappointed with the acceleration, but it’s not half bad: 0 to 60 kms per hour in only 5.9 seconds. It should be noted, however, that Pulsar’s 200NS can make the jump in just 3.6 seconds, which puts the Bajaj to shame.

Mileage

Bajaj have equipped the 220 with their patented DTS-i technology: the dual spark plugs at the top of the engine designed to improve performance and provide greater fuel efficiency. Unfortunately, the bike’s weight and bulk mean that what fuel efficiency this technology does provide is cancelled out, and the bike offers very poor economy: you’ll only get between 25 to 45 kilometres per litre on average: if you’re driving it on city roads, you’ll get 35, and for longer journeys on open highways it will push to 43 kmpl. The bike’s fuel tank has a maximum capacity of 14 litres.

Comfort while driving

One of the notable ways in which the Avenger 220 differs from its predecessor, the Avenger 200, is the comfort of the bike – it’s a considerably more pleasant ride than that earlier model. Its rider seat is broader than that of the 200, and the riding position is more ergonomic and splayed-out, giving greater comfort as well as improved aerodynamics – the rider will feel considerably less air resistance when moving at high speed.

Safety Features

The bike doesn’t come equipped with any notable safety features, but its headlamp is powerful enough to make night-riding a breeze.

Storage Space

The Avenger 220 is built without any considerable storage space, being a performance motorcycle.

Suspension & Braking

The Bajaj Avenger 220 is equipped with telescopic suspension at the front, and hydraulic shock absorbers at the rear. The bike is equipped with 260 mm disc brakes at the front and 130 mm drum brakes at the rear. The bike’s brakes are excellent – they feel powerful, responding instantly to the squeeze of the hand with great sensitivity, and braking is stable and balanced, even from top speeds.

Ride and Handling

Overall, the Avenger 220 offers only average to poor handling – the ride experience is not what we’ve come to expect from Bajaj, who usually produce quick, able machines that can tackle dense traffic with ease and don’t display any imbalance when leaning. In heavy traffic, the bike’s bulk does it no favours – it feels slow, sluggish and difficult to manoeuvre. When turning through corners and cutting bends, it feels more capable than its predecessor, the 200, but the experience is still something of an ordeal.

Tyre Size

The Avenger’s wheels are multi-spoke type, plated with chrome, and look chunky but classic. The front wheel is a 90/90 x 17 and the rear wheel is a 130/90 x 15.

Shades

Bajaj Avenger 220 is available in three shades: Plasma Blue, Cocktail Wine Red and Midnight Black.

Accessories

Any accessories for the bike must be purchased on top of the stated price – there are none included.

Variants

The Bajaj Avenger 220 comes in a single standard variant. Its more powerful elder sibling is the Avenger 200, which has a triple-spark, four-valve, SOHC engine.

Reasons to Buy

The Avenger 220 offers a highly powered engine with superb performance, strong pick-up and top speeds, capable braking and good riding comfort.

Value for Money

At an ex-showroom price of roughly INR 81500 (approx., may vary), the Avenger 220 doesn’t come cheap – you’re paying for all of that extra engine power. Compared to the other vehicles in this segment, the price is far from outrageous, although drivers will find the lack of additional features disappointing.

Verdict

Whether or not you’ll like this bike will depend on whether you view it as classic or simply old-fashioned. If digital instruments are not a necessity, or if you want a bike with serious raw power, the Avenger 220 is a great buy.

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User Reviews for Bajaj Avenger (2014)

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Rakesh Subhash Kanase | 2 years ago
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I bought an Bajaj Avenger 220 in 2014. I have not faced any problems yet. Excellent mileage on road and off-road. One of the best bikes.

Best Features: Comfortableness.

Pros: Value for Money. Design.

Cons: All are Duper Best.

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Avenger 220 (2011)

Ali Moin | 2 years ago
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I am using Avenger 220 since 2011 in 2018 I got bored from Avenger and purchased a gunmetal grey 350. After few months I realised nothing can beat Avenger in cruising and comfort. 2011 model Avenger easily beats 2018 model Royal Enfield in every aspect

Best Features: Power and Comfortable

Pros: Raw Power & Comfort

Cons: Nothing but it should have a analogue watch and rpm meter

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Awesome Performance

Shanif - | 2 years ago
helpful 1

Am completed 1 lakh km no other issues, I love Bajaj Avenger Cruise. Feel like good.

Best Features: Cruising

Pros: Nice looking, better comfort for long drive

Cons: Drum brake have no disc

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