Low Maintenance Bikes in India

In India, the majority of two-wheeler sales consist of entry-level commuter bikes. These low maintenance bikes have high fuel economy and power respective to their segment. They also have low bike service and maintenance costs which make them the most affordable in India.

These are the best low-maintenance bikes in India.

Bajaj Platina

Bajaj Platina is one of the most prominent bikes in India. It has a 102cc BS6 engine that delivers a max power of 5.8kW @ 7500 rpm. Low maintenance and bike service accompany this bike.

Price: Bajaj Platina comes with a price tag of Rs. 56,480

Features

• Available in 4 variants
• Front hydraulic telescopic suspension
• Rear SNS suspension
• Low bike service cost.
• Both kick and electric start

Key Specs

• Engine type: Single-cylinder,4-stroke, DTS-i
• Engine capacity: 102cc
• Fuel economy: 80 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 11L
• Kerb weight: 117kg

Bajaj CT 100

Bajaj CT100 is an entry-level commuter bike launched by Bajaj Auto. The bike has a 99.3cc, BS6 compliant engine that delivers a max power of 7.79bhp @ 7500 rpm. The bike has low maintenance and bike service costs.

Price: Basic version comes with a price tag of Rs 38,512

Features

• Combined braking system
• Low bike service and maintenance cost
• Front hydraulic telescopic suspension
• Rear SNS suspension 
• Available in both kick and electric start
• Available in 2 variants
• Both front and rear drum brakes

Key Specs

• Engine type: 4-stroke single-cylinder 
• Engine capacity: 99.3cc
• Fuel economy: 75 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 10.5L
• Kerb weight: 114Kg

Hero splendor i smart

Hero manufactures various low-maintenance bikes. Hero splendor i Smart has a 113.2cc engine that produces a max power of 6.73kW @ 7500 rpm. It has competitively lower maintenance and bike service costs.

Price: Hero Splendor i Smart comes with a price tag of Rs. 68,650

Features

• 4-speed manual transmission
• Front hydraulic telescopic suspension
• Rear 5-step adjustable hydraulic suspension
• Low bike service cost
• Front disc/drum and rear drum brakes
• Tubeless tyres

Key Specs

• Engine type: air-cooled, 4-stroke, Single-cylinder
• Engine capacity: 113.2cc
• Fuel economy: 75 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 9.5L
• Kerb weight: 117kg

Hero Glamour 

Hero Glamour is a low-maintenance commuter bike with sporty looks and dynamic ergonomics. It has a 124.7cc BS6 engine that delivers max power of 8kW @ 7500 rpm. The bike packs various features such as dual-tone body graphics, low maintenance, and low bike service costs.

Price: Hero Glamour comes with a price tag of Rs. 74,900

Features

• 5-speed manual transmission
• Front telescopic fork suspension
• Rear 5-step adjustable hydraulic suspension
• Low bike service cost
• Front disc/drum and rear drum brakes

Key Specs

• Engine type: 4-stroke, Air-cooled
• Engine capacity: 124.7cc
• Fuel economy: 64 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 10L
• Kerb weight: 123kg

Honda CD Dream Deluxe

Honda CD Dream Deluxe is an entry-level, low-maintenance commuter bike. It has a 109.51cc BS6 engine which delivers a max power of 6.47kW @ 7500 rpm. The bike has low maintenance and bike service costs.

Price: Honda CD Dream Deluxe comes with a price tag of Rs. 65,248

Features

• Engine start/stop switch
• Tubeless tyres
• Low bike service cost
• Combined braking system
• Front telescopic suspension
• Rear hydraulic type suspension
• Both front and rear drum brakes

Key Specs

• Engine type: 4-stroke, SI, BS6 
• Engine capacity: 109.51cc
• Fuel economy: 65 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 9.1L
• Kerb weight: 112 kg

TVS Radeon

TVS Radeon is a commuter bike manufactured by TVS motors. The bike is available in 3 variants and has a 109.77cc engine that produces a max power of 6.03kW @ 7350 rpm. Being a commuter, it has low bike service and maintenance costs.

Price: TVS Radeon comes with a price tag of Rs. 61,242

Features

• Combined braking system
• Mobile charging port
• Low bike service cost
• Front disc/drum and rear drum brakes
• Thigh pad for better grip
• Front telescopic oil damped shock absorber
• Rear 5-step adjustable hydraulic shock absorber
• Tubeless tyres

Key Specs 

• Engine Type: 4-stroke Dura life 
• Engine capacity: 109.77cc
• Fuel economy: 69 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 10L
• Kerb weight: 118 kg

 Honda CB Unicorn

Honda CB Unicorn is a commuter bike. It has a BS6 compliant 162.7cc engine that produces max power of 9.5kW @ 7500 rpm. The bike also has low maintenance and bike service costs.

Price: Honda CB Unicorn comes with a price tag of Rs. 98,931

Features

• Tubeless tyres
• Anti-lock braking system
• Low bike service cost
• Engine stop switch
• Front disc and rear drum brakes
• Rear hydraulic mono-shock suspension
• Front telescopic suspension

Key Specs

• Engine type: 4-stroke, SI
• Engine capacity: 162.7cc
• Fuel economy: 60 kmpl
• Fuel tank capacity: 13L
• Kerb weight: 140kg

In conclusion

These entry-level commuter bikes have low bike service and maintenance costs. They are a perfect fit for city rides and deliver higher fuel economy, power, and performance.

Low maintenance bikes in India

• Bajaj Platina
• Bajaj CT 100
• Hero splendor i smart
• Hero Glamour 
• Honda CD Dream Deluxe
• TVS Radeon
• Honda CB Unicorn