Bajaj Platina 100

Detailed Review by Maxabout Team

Overview

Bajaj Platina is a 100cc motorcycle produced by Bajaj Auto in 2006. The Bajaj Platina 100 ES variants will be available in the Indian market in 2024. It is an improved version of the Kick Start or KS model, which debuted the previous year.

2024 Bajaj Platina 100 is an entry-level commuter motorcycle designed specifically for rural markets. They priced it higher than the most affordable Bajaj models, the CT100 and CT110. This bike is available with both kick-start and an electric start. The Pune-based manufacturer has outfitted the bike with interesting features to make it more practical. One of the best features of this bike is its fuel-efficient engine. It also has a comfortable suspension setup and a powerful engine that speeds up quickly off the line.

If you get your hands on a Bajaj Platina 100 BS6, you will undoubtedly fall in love with it for a variety of other reasons. For starters, it provides unprecedented comfort. So you don't have to worry about exhaustion no matter how long you ride. It is also available in a variety of colours.

Bajaj Platina 100 Design and Style

2024 Platina 100 model may appear to be very similar to the company's earlier Platina models, but significant changes have been made to improve it. This model is available in a variety of colours, including cocktail wine red, black silver, ebony black with gold decals, ebony black with blue decals, and ebony black with red decals. It has the standard Halogen headlamps, but with LED DRLs that are quite elegant and visible even in low light. The bike wiser has been changed, with a larger and heavier front end.

Another distinguishing feature of this Bajaj Platina model is the newly installed reflectors, which, when combined with the specially designed rearview mirrors, give the bike a luxurious appearance. The 17-inch silver alloy wheels complement the chrome handlebar and add to the quality appearance. It has an analogue instrument cluster, a black pillion grab rail, halogen tail lamps, a rear fender with a reflector, and a chrome guarded exhaust. Even the tank guard on the bike adds to the dynamic engineering of the bike while protecting the gasoline tank.

Bajaj Platina 100 Engine and Gearbox

A 102cc BS6 gasoline engine produces 7.9 HP at 7,500 rpm and 8.34 Nm at 5,500 rpm in the Platina 100. This model has an 11-litre gasoline tank and a 2-litre reserve fuel capacity. The system is air-cooled, with a chain drive four-speed manual transmission. The shifters on all four wheels have been lowered. The powerful DTS-I engine delivers improved mileage and performance. It gets better mileage than other bikes because it uses two spark plugs to alternately ignite the air-fuel mixture, which widens the flame and burns the gasoline instantly. It has a wet multi-plate clutch, which allows the clutch plate to cool because of the presence of engine oil, allowing it to withstand more abuse. This clutch is also quieter at idle, which makes it ideal for stop-and-go traffic.

Bajaj Platina 100 Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

A telescopic front suspension keeps the spring from moving around unnecessarily, resulting in a smooth ride even on rough terrain. It also has a dual-tone front fender, front and rear drum brakes, a 2.75x17, 41p tube-type front tyre, a 3.00x17,50p tube-type rear tyre, and tyre sizes of 80/100-17 46p. It has a CBS (combined braking system) that connects the front and rear brakes, allowing it to be more efficient than the competition.

Tubeless tyres have a pressure range of 25-32 psi. The front suspension is 135mm hydraulic telescopic, with a Nitrox Gas Canister, and the rear suspension is 110mm spring on spring (SOS). These Nitrox Gas Canisters, also known as "Gas-Filled Shock Absorbers," prevent foaming of hydraulic oil inside the damper because of heavy use or dampening action, ensuring consistent suspension performance.

Instrument Console of Bajaj Platina 100

The analogue instrument console of the new Bajaj Platina 100 provides important information to the driver, such as the speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge and more.

Key Features of Bajaj Platina 100

2024 Bajaj Platina 100 has a lot of features for a 100cc bike. The headlight is halogen-lit, but it still has an LED DRL, the seat is long and spacious, and Bajaj includes a thick tank pad, an analogue instrument console, and a DTS-i-Engine, 17-inch alloy wheels and more.

Top Speed and Mileage of Bajaj Platina 100

The top speed of the new Bajaj Platina 100 is 90 km/h (Internally Tested) and the mileage of the Platina 100 is approximately around 75 km/l.

Bajaj Platina 100 Colour Options

2024 Bajaj Platina 100 is available in 4 different colour options: Black and Silver, Black and Blue, Black and Gold, Black and Red.

Bajaj Platina 100 Competitors

Bajaj CT 110X, Bajaj Platina 110, Hero Splendor Plus, TVS Radeon, Honda Shine, Honda Livo, and TVS Sport are the top competitors for the new Bajaj Platina 100.

Conclusion

It's easy for you, the consumer, to become disoriented in India's sea of affordable commuter motorcycles. The Platina 100 is an excellent bet. In fact, the low maintenance cost combined with the impressive fuel efficiency, the comfortable seating combined with the peppy engine, and the extensive service network make this motorcycle a complete package.