Wht is the Best Bike in Market?

Answer 1

In recent years, several Indian motorcycles have attempted recreating good times by cloning earlier models. Bajaj though has chosen to tread a tougher route, this firm routinely introducing completely fresh motorcycles like the Pulsar and Discover — until the recent Platina — this new commuter clearly borrows extensively from the older Wind and CT 100 models. Riding the Platina around Pune a few days however, does reveal key differences in Bajaj’s approach.:


Bajaj’s latest Platina is clearly penned along the lines of the erstwhile Wind. However, at 100cc, this new bike slots into a segment a few rungs lower than the Wind—a 125cc bike. The Platina offers an enticing and large profile for a 100cc bike, and is priced low in the bike pyramid. Bajaj has superbly executed several minute detail changes, and nattily mated the complete package to fresh graphics. The Platina even offers the option of smart six-spoke alloys. Behind the familiar bikini fairing and smart instruments, the Platina fuel tank is lean and lithe, even offering a stunning alloy filler lid. Side panels have a tasteful chrome highlight that adds panache to the bike. A bold decal announcing ‘Platina’ adorns the bike’s flanks and leads into the tail section, where an alloy grab-handle does guard duty. Levers, grips, mirrors and switchgear are of the finest quality and everything proved easy to access and enjoyable to use through the bike’s test duration. A visible change that adds heaps of flair is the dark grey finish shared by the Platina’s engine, chain shroud and silencer. Want to buy an entry-level bike and feel you’re riding an upmarket steed? The Platina fits the bill.


Bajaj’s proven four-stroke, single-cylinder and air-cooled CT 100 engine powers the new Platina. The factory’s in-house R&D squad has suitably tweaked and refined the 99.27cc twin-valve platform to perceptibly improve smoothness and lower sound. Power and torque numbers are comparable to the CT 100, with 8.2bhp peak pony-power achieved at 7500rpm and 0.82kgm of torque twisted out at 4500rpm. Needle rollers are used to slay friction at the rocker arm mounts, while additional bearings work at the point where the rocker fingers actuate the intake and exhaust valves. Bajaj’s now familiar ‘exhausTEC’ finds place on the Platina — this a resonance chamber fitted on the tuned exhaust to enhance power delivery in the lower reaches of the power band. An additional feature is a ‘ride control’ switch, also found on several other Bajaj bikes. Gears shift in an all-four down pattern via a heel-and-toe shifter, and the Platina’s ‘box is positive and smooth like its clutch. The exhaust note from the Platina is pleasantly rorty. Vibrations are effectively smothered, while its rider friendly engine tugs away from low speeds without so much as a murmur of protest. 0-60kph goes by in 8.49seconds, with the Platina reaching a creditable top speed of 93kph.

The Platina bolts its engine into a single downtube frame. Up front, the bike uses industry standard telescopic forks, while behind, Bajaj’s innovative Spring‘n’Spring or SNS hydraulic suspension dutifully provides superior damping without an increase in suspension travel. There’s the option of spoke wheels or alloys, with both coming in 17-inch sizes and shod with the same size tyres. Ride quality on the Platina is plush and perfectly sorted, the bike also demonstrating nimble handling, adequate cornering manners and quick turn-in. Riding posture is upright and relaxed with straight-line stability decent as well. 130mm drum brakes front and rear ensured reassuring braking on our test Platina. We discovered the Platina delivers excellent real-world fuel economy. Hustling the bike through heavy city traffic, it returned 62.3kpl, while out on more open highway stretches, this Bajaj delivered a commendable 67kpl.


Yes, the Platina wears clothing earlier seen on the erstwhile Wind and appears a bit of a copycat. But the Wind was a 125cc bike, whereas the Platina is crucially a lower cost 100cc machine. This bike, unlike other cloned motorcycles in the market today, comes with the advantage of originally belonging to a bigger segment. Thus today, it has a lot more to offer than any other bike in the 100cc class. And there’s smartly executed detail changes, a reliable and time-tested powerplant and other win-win features such as frugal mileage, aluminium-alloy rims and SNS rear suspension. Whichever way you look at it, the Platina constructs a watertight case with its more-for-less attitude.

Answer 2

I think you are going to have to be more specific. Sports, touring, dirt? For sports most people tend to go for the liter bikes (1,000 cc) but I think the 600's are much better all around, and the best 600 bikes are the kawa 636 and the Triumph 675.

Answer 3

This question is too broad or not specific enough. What are you looking for in considering 'Best Bike'. What is the fastest street bike (motorcycle)? What is the fastest & lightest dirt bike? It will all depend on what you are looking for. a Best Bike for me would not necessarily be the Best Bike for you. I tend to like the smallest, lightest street bikes (motorcycles)... only because it's what I've been riding all these years and because of my size.

Answer 4

Hodaka

Answer 5

Apache

Answer 6

Suzuki hayabusa gsxr1000 (2006 model )

Answer 7

undoubtedly,the yamaha R1!!

Answer 8

hero honda