I wonder why Bajaj has not added ABS to the Platina 125 when the 110cc has it?
The lack of ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) on the Bajaj Platina 125 has been a bone of contention for riders and safety activists. It’s puzzling that Bajaj would choose to do this when they offer ABS on their lower powered Platina 110. Many wonder why this choice was made, from cost cutting measures to marketing strategies to differentiate the two models. This debate also encompasses discussions about the safety standards in the Indian two wheeler market, the real world benefits of ABS on smaller displacement bikes and whether Indian consumers are willing to pay extra for this safety feature in the budget commuter segment. They say ABS is a must on a 125cc model, and it is not on the model, while others feel it doesn’t make sense on a bike in this category. It’s a topic that can lead to bigger conversations on motorcycle safety in India and toward the responsibilities of manufacturers to ensure that they provide the best in advanced safety features for the entire range of their products.
In all likelihood, it's just a cost cutting measure. They are trying to keep the base price low because most buyers in this segment are price sensitive, Bajaj says.
I think it’s more of a marketing strategy. What they’re trying to do is give people a reason to choose the 110 instead of the 125. The 125 would cannibalize the 110's sales completely if it had ABS.
They should add ABS to the 125, it's ridiculous they haven't. Marketing gimmicks and cost cutting should never be at the cost of safety. I would gladly pay more for ABS on the 125.
I don’t think ABS is necessary on a 125cc commuter, unpopular opinion. It just adds unnecessary complexity and cost — these bikes aren't fast enough to really benefit from it.
This could be because Bajaj is planning to introduce an ABS version of the 125 later at a premium. Launching a basic version first and adding features is a classic way to justify a price hike.
I stuck with my old Platina because the 125 doesn’t have ABS. Safety features should get better as you go up the range, not disappear. This is just poor product planning from Bajaj.
Let’s be real, how many Platina riders are riding their bikes so hard that ABS would actually save their lives? This is not a sport bike, this is a city commuter. For its purpose, basic brakes are fine.
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I wonder why Bajaj has not added ABS to the Platina 125 when the 110cc has it?
29 January 2025 09:47
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