Discussions and Questions Bajaj Chetak - Page 22
The ride quality of the Bajaj Chetak was unique, what made it so?
14 January 2025 09:20
Unique? Yeah, uniquely bumpy! Modern scooters had a pretty basic suspension.
The ride quality of the Bajaj Chetak was unique, what made it so?
14 January 2025 09:20
When you hit a bump it had this satisfying 'thump'. It felt more solid than today’s plastic scooters somehow.
The ride quality of the Bajaj Chetak was unique, what made it so?
14 January 2025 09:20
It was more like a motorcycle seating position. For longer rides I found it more comfortable than modern step throughs.
The ride quality of the Bajaj Chetak was unique, what made it so?
14 January 2025 09:20
It was a great long seat to carry passengers. A whole lot more comfortable than the tiny pillion seats on new scooters.
The ride quality of the Bajaj Chetak was unique, what made it so?
14 January 2025 09:20
The weight distribution was right. It was really smooth and predictable cornering.
The ride quality of the Bajaj Chetak was unique, what made it so?
14 January 2025 09:20
It was a rough ride by today’s standards, let’s be honest. That was part of its charm, though.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
The sound and stench of a 2 stroke Chetak is unbeatable. In comparison, electric scooters just feel soulless.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
It's all nostalgia. Electric scooters are cleaner, quieter and more efficient than their modern counterparts. The Chetak is outdated.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
The 2 stroke engine is simple to repair. You can’t tinker with an electric scooter the same way.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
The Chetak has character and it is the future of electric scooters. It’s vinyl vs. digital music.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
2 stroke engine instant torque is addictive. Electric scooters are fast, but it’s not the same.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
In the long run, it’s cheaper to maintain a Chetak. No expensive battery replacements, like you get in electric scooters.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
It comes down to the riding experience. A Chetak’s vibrations and smell makes you feel part of the machine.
What is it that makes people still prefer the 2 stroke Chetak over modern electric scooters?
14 January 2025 09:20
Electric scooters are better for the planet. The progress and cleaner air trump nostalgia.
What was the reason people turned the Bajaj Chetak before starting it?
14 January 2025 09:20
It was for getting fuel into the carburetor. Tilting also helped prime the Chetak’s fuel system, which wasn’t great.
What was the reason people turned the Bajaj Chetak before starting it?
14 January 2025 09:20
No, it's just an old wives' tale. I had a Chetak, I never had to tilt it. They just copied each other without knowing why.
What was the reason people turned the Bajaj Chetak before starting it?
14 January 2025 09:20
In fact, it was a function of how much fuel was in the tank. Tilting helped when it was low, but not with a full tank.
What was the reason people turned the Bajaj Chetak before starting it?
14 January 2025 09:20
The term for it was 'bajajing', but only applicable to bajaj scooters. It wasn't the fuel tank, it was poor carb design.
What was the reason people turned the Bajaj Chetak before starting it?
14 January 2025 09:20
I do think it was more of a habit than a necessity. Yes, it probably did help on occasion, but people did it anyway, even when it wasn’t necessary.
Was the Bajaj Chetak really as reliable as people said it was?
14 January 2025 09:20
Absolutely! The Chetak ran for over 20 years with just basic maintenance in my family. You don't see 'em making 'em like that anymore.
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