Is the Bajaj CT125X Drum truly the ultimate 'working class hero' bike?

The CT125X Drum has been sold as a tough, no nonsense workhorse for the everyday commuter. Priced competitively and with rugged styling elements such as fork gaiters, metal belly pan and luggage rack. However, does it actually live up to this image in real world use? Some say it’s durable and cheap to maintain, while others contend that it’s not as refined as some rivals. The bike’s position in the market has inspired some debate over what’s really necessary for a commuter motorcycle and what’s just a bit of extra frill. There are also debates about whether its sparse approach is a clever way to keep costs low or if it makes the bike feel dated against more feature packed rivals in the 125cc class.