Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG review - Mileage, running cost, performance |
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ส.ค. 2024
- The Bajaj Freedom 125 is the world’s first CNG bike and there’s a lot of curiosity on what it’s like to ride, running costs, CNG filling experience and more. After a few days running a Freedom 125, Rishaad Mody has the answers to your key questions.
Cameraperson: Abhijeet Kamane, Roshni Manghani
Editor: Siddhesh Kadam
0:00 - Introduction
0:33 - Why a CNG bike?
1:18 - How does it work?
2:53 - Is it safe?
4:10 - Really half the fuel costs?
6:21 - How is the performance?
7:22 - Changing fuels
8:12 - Engine smoothness
9:04 - Engine sound
9:32 - Weight and riding manners
10:21 - Brakes and suspension
11:04 - Seat comfort, height
11:55 - Design details
13:25 - Features and quality
14:20 - How to fill fuel
14:38 - Service requirements
15:22 - Issues and drawbacks
16:38 - Is it fun?
17:08 - Conclusion
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All are complimenting Bajaj. But we need to also praise Vanaz for their incredible CNG kit innovations. These guys have kits for Activa and Jupiter already! And for people complaining it is after market, Bajaj is using the same company on this bike.
it is the fitment..........which in aftermarket is not that perfect in a car it may be tolerable but it's not safe to install in a motorcycle
@@TheZenith790 It's totally safe and certified. Vanaz is a trusted brand.
Exactly I bought 2nd maestro to get the conversion done
@@TheZenith790 How can you say it's not safe when there has been no incident whatsoever ?
@@TheZenith790 kuch bhi! Tyres are prone to burst so no vehicles should have after market tyres.
People worried about safety of bike, but rides without helmet on wrong side while talking on the phone.
Yup and the same people won't pay 4000 extra for dual channel abs😂
Exactly 👍 well said 😅
Ikr
+ switching to high beam while being on wrong side.
Yes I am that guy. I wear helmet and I ride on the wrong side of the road sometimes.
This is an engineering marvel. Kudos to Rajiv Bajaj and his team.🎉🎉🎉🎉
Compliments to Bajaj and AutoCar. AutoCar atleast knows how to make decent videos like @motorinc. Keep it up making distraction free videos.
Mumbai's working class are the best people. Just look at the smile and excitement on their faces😍😍😍
. no patience and always up for taking advantage of other people
That's not even Mumbai. It's the palm beach road of Navi Mumbai which is a sub of Sion panvel highway. Navi Mumbai has a distinct elected council too which is seen in this video
@@lejhand2067 Bro I know but when it comes to whole India...for making it easy all adjoining districts are commonly called mumbai it includes south + suburban + navi + thane
@@aryadave8832 wot.😂 Who started this system. Can't people just remember these are different places. Also Navi Mumbai extends upto Raigad district. Are those called Mumbai too. 😂😂
I understand it's for simplicity but don't make it so simple that it sounds stupid
The quality of autocar reviews when Rishad Modi does the reviews is God level🥵🙌🏻
This bike will fit NICELY in any enthusiast garage tbh. Perfect for city rides while the bigger bikes are for weekend rides and touring or track. I'm definitely keeping an eye out for this thing
Exactly! And for delivery services guys as well. Nobody is looking to ride a bike at over 60 kmph in cities anyway.
The point about Enthusiast is very correct, I personally have a New Triumph 400, Himmy 450, my Dad's RE 350 Classic, A second Honda CB 650R, and this will fit perfectly for me.
Only CNG auto drivers will know about the bar of CNG and how many kilometers will it go so far…
Respect to them..❤
Cng the new Hybrids of motorcycling world !!!
Wait for Royal Enfield. They are actually going to bring Hybrid.
Okay i can't unsee that "Husqvarna" kind of design from behind 🤣
Spot on😂
TVS Jupiter CNG incoming 🥳🥳🥳🥳
And it makes more sense than motorcycle. 👍 For tvs.
They are targeting special audience like delivery boy,ola , mid income families@@pankajtayal4433
2025 💀
@@pranavhb1716 ?
I hope the come with built in GPS
India cheated the value of CNG and jumped onto EVs . Thanks to Bajaj for continuing the CNG tribe.
Really good, practical review
Absolutely brilliant video. Kudos to Bajaj. Autocar, you've got a great host in Rishaad.
Excellent review! Thank you Rishaad for making it so easy to understand with point by point explanation!! 👍
A Very well presented. 👍🏼
This is very give me a thoro review. well done
Excellent presentation, Rishaad!!!
One of the most comprehensive review!
Fantastic review of the Fantastic bike! If rural areas get the CNG stations nearby then this will be a bigger hit than any other commuter motorcycle ever made. The company has done its job. It is for the government to lay the CNG pipeline to far and flung areas if they want to see more number of cleaner vehicles on the road. It would be interesting to see if other bike manufacturers like Hero, Honda and TVS would bring similar products in the market. But credit must be given to BAJAJ for what they have done before anyone else could do in the world of automobiles. The final concern is will the CNG prices would stay at their current level or will the government increase the tax rates on it making it as expensive as petrol in which case the frugality aspect of this bike will be less appealing.
Happy Rishaad has taken up this review. Loved the new editing style. Thanks Autocar team - camera, edit and Rishaad
People riding this bike will spend longer timms on road, bajaj should introduce abs to this bike, be it from the platina 110,
That will make this a complete complete package.
& I believe Bajaj *will* surely launch that..
Bajaj.. pls pls empower safety of our Gig- workers ..
Thanks Bajaj
Really appreciate the review! Excellent coverage and in depth analysis at a very good pace. Even if I may not buy this motorcycle it sure sets a standard on how vehicles should be reviewed! 👍
Respect for Bajaj to actually thinking about, spending in reasearch and coming up with a great solution for the masses. .It does solve a problem rather than just being a fancy ride!
I would love to see a family scooter like TVS Jupiter use this trick and I will happily spend on something like that
Really great video guys👏👏👏 Rishad, my man, constantly explaining things about the motorcycle, with closeups and B rolls of the motorcycle while he is talking, no stupid video montages with shit rap/upbeat music, no distraction, just to the point. Please adopt this format for your future videos. Thanks guys.
absolutely spot-on!
the only motorcycle review I deliberately search for.
and as a copywriter myself, I am fascinated by his content.
He knows the machines and he definitely has the words to express himself and the most impressive aspect is that he knows how WE understand.
Through and through the best reviewer,
and although I quite like the simple and clean nature of the editing, I do kind of wish sometimes that these machines got a little more cinematic seconds just so they are properly introduced to us.
But the best reviewer anywhere.
As a motor enthusiast , i request all my beloved riders to wait for atleast 3 months before going for a buy ❤
If everyone were to do that, no one would buy this bike for 3 months. 😁
@@vineethg6259 vineeth
Have a nice day son
@@vineethg6259 enthusiats were supposed to buy early and normies to follow after that.
Lol do you even know what enthusiast means 😂
Then company will consider this model as a failure and stop this model. It doesn't matter how long the travel is going to be but it starts when you take your first step.
Love your videos man
Good video, Autocar do make so informative videos.
Superb explanation👌
Thank you for the review 🤝
Quite detailed review.
atleast you should’ve stop the BGM when you’re showing engine sound
🎉🎉🎉🇮🇳❤🕉️🎉🎉🎉 Incredible masterpiece. Thanks Bajaj. Jai Hind.
Seat Height is a major issue for city commuters of below 5'5" height.
I love every innovation by every Indian brands especially if those innovations work...💪😎
Aye, nice review mate! Loved the details.
Top notch review, top notch presenter.
Best review 💯
Good idea!
How does it hold up in traffic jams? Will the heat build up affect the gas tank?
It still makes sense to buy an eV unless you are riding a very long distance in one go. Very complicated engineering. But kudos for attempting that
Three questions
1 . Are there points to screw side luggage box ( dikki ) on right side ,?
2 . Tyres . Are the tubeless? And how much broad ?
3 . Does price of motorcycle include insurance and registration?
I have been riding CNG Bike already since 2020.
My Activa 5g have been modified to fit the CNG Kit and it also runs on both CNG and Petrol.
2:35 i dont get it if both are steel then how is freedom one lighter
Kudos to the engineering team of bajaj.
Nice Video...
Very Useful Information....
I've a small doubt...
I've a CNG car of CNG Tank capacity of 10kg, but usually it will get 8-8.5kg
What about this bike? Is it getting 2 kgs? Please mention
Nicely Explanation and oylther stuff I was wondering about. However, I might have loved if the Explanation would have done in the open environment instead of studio.
What savings will I get compared to 100cc bike? I can buy splendor for half this price.. performance wise 100cc bike will be equivalent to 125cc cng bike..
One of the best road to shoot new bike and car. Palm Beach road❤
*Can't hear anything even on full volume 😑*
Can we shrink the Hybrid Petrol-Electric system enough to fit in a two-wheeler someday?
Good indepth review.. few minus points in the bikes.. maybe I will wait for a second version in 2025 or 26
Super... Good looking... It's an very good alternative to petrol ⛽ bikes... 👍
Best bike for future
Babaj freedom top model or hero extreme 125 r top model ...hero 123000 baj 135000..please suggest sir ?
Hope they will bring a better model for the family soon.
10:50 Comrade Dyatlov
Fuel to Air ratio could be off if the higher RPMs are a thing and the stalling as well maybe Bajaj can look into this as this could mean that bike burns more fuel than it should
I have only one question. Is this the MotorInc studio ?
Sounds like Bajaj rickshaw!
😄
And will it good for 6ft height person
Will it suit to a college student
What's the gear pattern? @autocar India
Quick question i wonder when the cylinder gets leaks and explodes whats safety for rider?🤔🤔
Same with CNG cans now a days have tank under rear seats
Bike sound vs bgm?
Palm beach road is a staple for test rides
I think this is the only video u need to see for your buying decision
How do I buy one in kolkata
Why is rear tyre size 16 inches. I think for the convince of removing CNG tank.
This makes me proud
India has managed to make something out of scratch
It is good bike for courier /delivery boys
This is nice 😄
🙏💯
Should’ve covered the range aspect also
This is the first version of a new technology for bikes in India. Do not jump the ship and buy it. Patience is key.
Bajaj should have used a composite cylinder for CNG that would have reduced alot of weight and those cylinders are blast proof too.
Kudos to Bajaj and Vanaz.
why bajaj not made a CNG scooter instead of the bike ?
CNG prices are 87 per kg, not Rs 75, only few bunks give it at that rate, anyway great work by Bajaj.
How much?
All the praise to bajaj😊
Wow
rishaad where do u get those elephant leg pants from
🎯 Key points for quick navigation:
00:00:05 *⚙️ Ventajas del uso de CNG*
- El CNG es más económico que la gasolina y produce menos emisiones,
- Desafíos técnicos para integrar el sistema CNG en una motocicleta, creando un motor y chasis completamente nuevos.
00:02:10 *🛡️ Seguridad de la motocicleta CNG*
- La motocicleta ha superado múltiples pruebas de seguridad, similares a las que se realizan a los automóviles,
- Bajaj tiene experiencia con vehículos CNG, lo que aumenta la confianza en este aspecto.
00:04:28 *💰 Eficiencia y costo de operación*
- La motocicleta con CNG es extremadamente eficiente, alcanzando hasta 126 km/kg,
- Costo por kilómetro es aproximadamente la mitad comparado con una motocicleta de gasolina.
00:06:19 *🚀 Rendimiento y experiencia de manejo*
- El rendimiento es modesto debido al bajo poder pero suficiente para la mayoría de usos cotidianos,
- CNG vs. gasolina afecta el desempeño, pero la transición de modos es fácil y eficiente.
00:09:32 *🏍️ Experiencia de conducción*
- La motocicleta pesa más, pero no altera significativamente la experiencia de manejo,
- Comportamiento de suspensión y frenos es básico pero adecuado para una moto económica.
00:11:18 *🎨 Diseño y características*
- El diseño extravagante llama la atención y tiene características clásicas y modernas,
- Contrastante aspectos como la altura del asiento que puede no ser cómoda para todos.
00:14:19 *🛠️ Requisitos de mantenimiento y prácticas*
- Filtros CNG necesitan limpieza y sustitución periódica,
- Certificación del tanque cada dos años facilita mantenimiento y garantías de seguridad.
00:15:18 *⌛ Desafíos y perspectiva futura*
- Las estaciones de CNG tienen largas filas, lo cual puede ser un problema para los usuarios,
- Altura y peso podrían ser un inconveniente para algunos, pero las ventajas de ahorro de costo son considerables.
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1:05 Can I buy that Transparent bike 🏍 🤔?
I can already see aftermarket crash guard makers making one with a fuel canister holder like those made for touring bikes.
Kudos to Bajaj and Vanaz for this project. The next evolution will be hybrid motorcycles. Cause if there's one country that can beat the Japanese at making hybrid motorcycles, it's India.
Good joke
Who thinks that the transparent fiber body looks cool, waiting for the day when manufacturs offer this option
commendable work by bajaj engineering team
Damn, now longer queues to fill CNG in my car.
any way to reduce seat height for height 5.5 ?or should i give up idea of buying it
good for me height 6.2
@@shivamgupta2842 bro who asked
Looks of commuter bike don’t really appeal me. But this bike looks really good with the exposed frame. Haves kind of a Hasqy look.
Seems what you save in fuel you spend on maintenence , more parts, more filters, more certification , and considering bajaj they will bring out versions like mobile phones that parts like wiring kits and colour specific body panels will be hard to source
why nor make a cng scooty
मेड ईन इंडिया ❤ हमारा बजाज
Quality content by Autocar……master stroke by Bajaj
Okay Three questions:
1) Why sixteen inch wheels?
2) How hard is it to pick up after a fall since all the weight lies in the tank up top.
3) Is there a difference in exhaust/engine sound between petrol and CNG?
1. What do you even mean
2. It weighs only 150kilos shouldn't be that difficult to pick up
3. As a person who owns a cng car there is a very slight difference in sound between cng and petrol
@@swaggychicken. Commuter bikes normally have 17-18 inch wheels, and they have used 16 inch wheels for this bike. I can't understand why, Is it to decrease seat height by an inch?
And secondly i know it's not heavy but most bikes have their center of gravity much lower so lifting them becomes easier but this bike has a 16 kg tank right on top of the frame.
@@mustafadudhwala7278 yeah probably to reduce height
According to the review he said it's a very neutral handling motorcycle and even logically you can't have a bike with a high centre of gravity because it would be impossible to ride
So it is safe to assume that Bajaj has engineered it to have a normal centre of gravity
Where I live, there is cng available but not queued.
I wish bajaj also offer a only petrol version for states which does not have cng filling stations
I need only cng version
@@shivamgupta2842again bro, who asked
Petrol-only version with the same design and a larger petrol tank? I admit the design itself is refreshing, but it may not perform as well as other 125cc commuters as this bike would have been designed with some compromises to accomodate the CNG tank.
If it heats up or blasts - the first things that go are your family jewels.
Cng has burning temp of 550°c