It seems as though the Bajaj Platina 100 ES is a bike that people either love or hate, with not much in between. However, some owners swear by its reliability and fuel efficiency, and call it the perfect commuter for Indian roads. Others say the cars are poorly built, frequently break down, and are ultimately very disappointing. What’s interesting about this divide in opinions is that this is a very simple, straightforward commuter bike. The variation here is not surprising, with not only differing quality controls but also different buyer expectations, as well as the bike’s place in the market. So it isn’t a bad idea to explore why a basic commuter model generates such strong and diverse opinions and what it says about Indian motorcycle market and consumer expectations.