World’s first Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Bike
The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle can help you save a lot on fuel costs, cutting your expenses by up to 50% when compared to petrol bikes.
The world’s foremost manufacturer of two-wheelers and three-wheelers, Bajaj Auto, revealed the innovative Freedom, the world’s initial CNG motorcycle, on Friday in Pune, with union minister Nitin Gadkari present.
The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle offers substantial savings on fuel expenses, potentially allowing users to save up to 50% compared to other petrol motorcycles. Equipped with a CNG tank, it can travel over 200 km on just 2 kg of CNG fuel. Moreover, a 2-litre petrol tank serves as a backup, providing an extra 130 km in case the CNG runs out, ensuring a seamless ride.
The Bajaj Freedom 125 is environmentally friendly, as it produces around 26.7% less CO2 emissions than petrol motorcycles. Additionally, CNG vehicles emit 85% lower non-methane hydrocarbons (NMHCs) and 43% less nitrogen oxide (NOx), which helps in creating a cleaner and greener environment.
Unique features
The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle is designed to prioritize comfort, safety, and convenience. Bajaj Auto successfully overcame the challenge of integrating a CNG system into the compact structure of a motorcycle by securely housing the CNG tank and kit within a trellis frame. The bike has undergone extensive testing to guarantee safety.
The motorcycle comes with a horizontally inclined engine and a Link-Mono shock system, ensuring a stable ride while maximizing space. With a 825mm saddle height and a narrow mid-section, it offers easy ground contact.
Despite the CNG tank, the motorcycle maintains a similar center of gravity to petrol bikes, ensuring neutral handling and rider confidence. The mono-linked suspension also improves comfort and wheel travel, making it suitable for various riding conditions.
Bajaj Auto has a long history of innovation and has always been at the forefront of introducing reliable and groundbreaking products. The company is known for its category-defining vehicles, such as the Pulsar, India’s first sports motorcycle, the Bajaj RE, the first CNG three-wheeler, and early electric scooters like the Chetak. The Bajaj Pulsar, a popular choice in over 20 countries, is sent to more than 50 nations worldwide. This tradition of making advanced motorcycle technology accessible to all continues with the launch of the Bajaj Freedom.
The latest Bajaj Freedom comes in three different versions:The Freedom 125 NG04 Disc LED is available for ₹1,10,000, the Freedom 125 NG04 Drum LED for ₹1,05,000, and the Freedom 125 NG04 Drum for ₹95,000, all prices are ex-showroom Delhi.
Rakesh Sharma, Executive Director of Bajaj Auto, mentioned that the Bajaj Freedom 125 is a testament to the company’s R&D and manufacturing capabilities. By focusing on innovation, Bajaj Auto has successfully tackled the challenge of rising fuel costs and environmental impact from travel. This initiative also supports the government’s infrastructure projects, particularly the development of a CNG network to promote the use of cleaner fuels and conserve foreign tourism exchange. With fuel efficiency being a top priority for over 75% of 2-wheeler customers, the Freedom 125 is designed to cater to their needs, and we encourage them to embrace the change.
