Mahindra Mojo

Design and Style

The twin circular headlights of Mahindra Mojo with golden finish simply make it look majestic from front. There are LED pilot lamps just on the top of these headlights. Mojo 300 has an integrated front cowl and visor which has been designed neatly to form the aggressive face of this bike. Its black colored rear view mirrors make it look sporty. Many parts of Mojo have been finished with golden color which adds classy touch to this bike. It has a sharp and attractive front fender which gets extended along its front forks and partly covers the front tyre of Mojo.

The body colored engine cowl goes well with the black colored engine and adds sporty flavour to this bike. Mojo features twin chrome finished exhaust pipes; one on each side. Its extended silver finished side panels gel well with the color scheme on this bike. Its fuel tank has a unique sense of designing which has been never seen before in any Indian bike. Mojo features a long seat which leads to its rear cowl which houses a LED tail light. The bike lacks grab rails and looks naked with extended rear fender and macho tyre at the back.

Instrument Console

Mahindra Mojo 300 has a combined analogue-digital instrument console with blue back lit. It features an analog tachometer and a digital speedometer, an odometer, 2 trip-meters, a fuel gauge, malfunction sensor, 0-100 kmph timer, maximum speed recorder and RPM limit indicator. You will also notice other LED indicators in this instrument console.

Engine and Gearbox

Mahindra Mojo is powered by a single cylinder, 4 valve 295cc engine. This liquid-cooled engine generates a maximum power output of 26.82 BHP @ 8000 rpm. The utmost torque output of this DOHC engine is 30 Nm @ 5500 rpm. This engine is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox with one gear down and five gears up-shift pattern.

Acceleration and Performance

Mahindra Mojo is likely to be on the faster side and may even beat its rivals in terms of acceleration and performance. Mojo may reach the top speed of 160-165 kmph. The bike may do 0-100km/hr in less than 10 seconds. Mahindra has to opt for well-matched gear ratios so that rider can use the power of this engine properly.There are least chances that anyone will complain about engine’s refinement as it’s a DOHC engine which is prepared to stay calm when rev hard. Mojo has been tuned keeping Indian road conditions in mind which means you can expect instant throttle response with less gear shifts.

Comfort while Riding

The long and well fabricated seat of Mahindra Mojo provides comfortable journeys. The vibration less handle bar will offer you firm palm grip which is quite helpful on highways. It’s a long and comfortable bike which is perfect for long trips.

Storage Space and Safety Features

There is no storage space in Mojo. As far as safety is concerned, its pass button and powerful twin headlights ensures your safety while you drive at night. Mahindra is also planning to launch an ABS-equipped Mojo in near future.

Brakes and Suspension

Mahindra Mojo features best in class suspension system with USD (upside down) telescopic forks upfront and the rear suspension is high pressure gas charged mono-shock with internal floating position. The front brakes of Mojo 300 is a 320mm Petal Disc Brake (radial calliper) and the rear one is a 240mm Petal Disc Brake (floating calliper).

Ride and Handling

Mojo 300 is a long bike with a wheelbase of 1465mm which brings stability to this bike. Its ground clearance of 173.5mm improves its turning abilities at slow speeds. The fatty tyres of Mojo provide good grip on roads while its suspension system enables it to digest any type of pothole.

Ex-showroom Price and Shades

Mahindra Mojo 300 is available in 3 shades - Volcano Red, Charcoal Black, Glacier White. It was officially launched with an introductory price tag of Rs 1.58 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). This price was valid for all bookings till Diwali. The updated price is Rs. 1.63 lakhs.

Visual Comparison: Honda CBR250R vs. Mahindra Mojo 300

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