So did the Discover 150F live up to its ‘Power of a 150, mileage of a 125’ tagline?

Question

And the Discover 150F came to market with the catchy tagline 'Power of a 150, mileage of a 125'. According to Bajaj, you were getting the best of both worlds. This claim had buyers excited, promising performance without having to sacrifice fuel efficiency. But in real world experiences, things often differ, and the bike's ability to fulfill this promise has been a topic of discussion among riders. User reports range from satisfied with the balance of power and efficiency to not satisfied with one or the other. This discussion also raises the question of how the marketing claims of the motorcycle industry compare to real world performance. In this article, we will take a look at a number of different viewpoints on whether the Discover 150F really did live up to its bold tagline.

Abhinav · Accepted Answer

It comes pretty close in my experience. On average I get 60 kmpl, which is not far off from many 125cc bikes, but when I need the punch of a 150cc I get it.

Prem · Answer

That tagline is just marketing fluff. The mileage is nowhere near what you'd get from a well tuned 125cc commuter, and it doesn't have the power of a true 150cc bike like the Pulsar.

Sachin · Answer

I think Bajaj had a good balance. It’s clearly a lot more powerful than the 125cc bikes I’ve ridden, and while the mileage isn’t exactly 125cc territory, it’s pretty good for its class.

Chandan · Answer

The bike is a good compromise, but there is a little bit of tagline overpromising. If you want a bit more oomph than a 125cc but don’t want to sacrifice too much on fuel efficiency, it’s perfect.

Anju · Answer

I think as an owner it lives up to about 80% of that claim. It’s got decent power for a 150cc, and while it’s not quite 125cc level, the mileage is better than most 150s.

Sujit · Answer

Such taglines are the problem because they set expectations that are unrealistic. The Discover 150F is a good bike, but it’s no magic bike. It’s a middle ground, and if that’s what you’re after, it’s fine.

Sourabh · Answer

I've also found that with careful riding, you can actually get pretty close to that tagline's promise. All you need is the throttle and the bike.

Most Popular Cars

Recently Added Cars

Upcoming Cars

Discussions and Questions So Did The Discover 150F Live Up To Its Power Of A 150 Mileage Of A 125 Tagline

Latest News

Recently Added News