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Is the Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a future classic or just plain weird because of its unique design?
29 January 2025 09:19
I actually like it. There's something retro futuristic to it. It's not trying to be a sports bike or a cruiser, it’s its own thing.
Is the Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a future classic or just plain weird because of its unique design?
29 January 2025 09:19
It’s more functional than anything. This is what they had to fit a CNG tank somewhere. It’s form following function, I guess, which has its own charm.
Is the Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a future classic or just plain weird because of its unique design?
29 January 2025 09:19
We don't know if it'll be a classic yet, but it's definitely memorable. That counts for something in a sea of lookalike commuters.
Is the Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a future classic or just plain weird because of its unique design?
29 January 2025 09:19
It looks like a bike from a low budget sci fi movie and not in a good way I think. At least it's not boring though.
Is the Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a future classic or just plain weird because of its unique design?
29 January 2025 09:19
It has a pretty cool exposed frame, which makes it look raw, mechanical. That headlight though, they couldn’t decide on a shape so they just threw all of them on.
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
Actually, those skinny tires are pretty smart, Nah. They reduce the rolling resistance, making it a better fuel efficiency. The whole point of this bike is that. To save money on fuel.
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
Are you kidding? Safety should come first! With those narrow tires you have less contact with the road. I wouldn't ride that in the rain or take sharp turns.
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
It's all about context. The skinny tires are good for commuting in city and straight roads. If you're looking to do any spirited riding, or long trips, you might want to look elsewhere.
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
I think people are overreacting. There are plenty of scooters with skinny tires, and they do just fine. You're not racing this thing on a track now, are you?
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
The tires are a definite compromise, but so is the whole idea of a CNG bike. If you're buying this, economy matters to you more than anything else.
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
I was more worried about getting replacement tires. Given such an unusual size, you might be pretty limited in what you can do when it’s time to change them.
Are the skinny tires on Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum a deal breaker?
29 January 2025 09:19
Let’s be honest, if someone is purchasing this bike, it ain’t for performance. All it is about is those sweet, sweet miles. It’s just part of the package with skinny tires.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
From my experience, the Freedom 125 NG04 Disc gives me about 55-60 kmpl in city traffic, decent but not as much as Bajaj claims. On highways, it's better where I've got a maximum of 65 kmpl. It’s not bad, but for 125cc commuter I was expecting something more.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
I've had much better results. In mixed riding conditions, I am getting 65 – 70 kmpl consistently after the initial break in period. The trick is smooth riding and maintaining regularly. Of course, if you're heavy on the throttle, the mileage will suffer.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
The second you're missing a crucial part: load. With a pillion, my mileage drops to around 50-55 kmpl. It's still good but something to think about if you regularly have a passenger with you.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
I think people expect too much from these small bikes. Fuel efficiency for such a performance is pretty good. For my 30 km daily commute, I get about 60 kmpl, which is great. It's all about perspective.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
Let's talk about long-term efficiency. I've had my Freedom for over a year now and found the mileage to actually improve over time. I started off around 55 kmpl now I am getting close to 65 kmpl regularly. It definitely helps to break in properly and keep it maintained properly.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
The Freedom 125's fuel economy is very sensitive to tire pressure, I've found. It has also made a difference in that keeping the tires properly inflated has increased my average from about 58 kmpl to 63 kmpl. It’s a little thing that makes a lot of difference.
How does it fare in the real world, in terms of fuel efficiency?
29 January 2025 09:14
Being a 100cc bike switcher, I was not happy with Freedom’s mileage. I had to adjust my riding style and get used to the power but now I’m getting around 62-65 kmpl consistently. It's the adaptation to the bike.
The build quality of the Freedom 125 NG04 Disc is how does it compare to its competitors?
29 January 2025 09:14
I have had my Freedom 125 NG04 for about 6 months, and I am pretty impressed with the build quality. It looks good and there's not a rattle or loose part. For the price, the bike feels solid.
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