What made the Bajaj Discover 150F stand out from other commuter motorcycles in its class was its semi fairing. Riders and potential buyers talked about this design element — opinions were divided as to its practicality or purpose. A few thought it was just a cosmetic addition to make the bike look more premium, others argued it added some real wind protection, but most importantly made the bike more aerodynamic. The semi fairing debate raises questions beyond the fairing itself, asking what role form should play in motorcycle design, particularly in the budget conscious commuter segment. I will take a look at some of the various angles on if the Discover 150F’s semi fairing was a good idea or simply a marketing gimmick.