100cc bikes today hold a 70% share in the bike market. But not one of them has ever been loaded and packed with such comforts or such gadgets as the Bajaj Discover 100 DTSi. Coming from the makers of the fastest bike in the country, this motorcycle has a lot of features that make it the best of its kind. Whether it is the mileage or the performance or the looks or the price tag, Discover 100 beats its rivals brutally in every field. Known to bring something new and innovative each time it makes a new release, Bajaj Auto kept the same tradition going with this ride too. That’s the reason why the bike that had once failed to make an impression on the crowds of India, today stands as the best deal that a biker can get for a 100cc bike in the country. Perfect for the Indian common man, this motorcycle from the second largest manufacturer of motorcycles in the country is a splendid blend of style, comfort, performance and practicality. Neither is the bike too flashy in its attire nor very flamboyant in its pricing, but it still succeeds in maintaining a distinct identity of its own while keeping within an easy reach of the economical class.
MILEAGE:
The most striking and note-worthy feature of Bajaj Discover 100 is its unbeatable mileage rating. In the current market scenario where fuel-prices are going higher with every passing day, the 90kmpl mileage of this Bajaj motorbike is something that is appreciated a lot. While the company claims that the maximum average that the bike offers is a 102kmpl, as per the users’ accounts, the fuel-economy lies in the range of 82kmpl – 90kmpl which is simply incredible.
ENGINE AND PERFORMANCE:
Bajaj Discover 100 carries a 4-stroke DTS-i engine that has a displacement of 94.38cc and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission system along with a multiplate clutch. This engine is capable of spinning a maximum of 7.7bhp at 7500rpm for a peak torque output of 7.85Nm generated at 5000rpm. In addition to that, the integration of the air-cooling technology ensures that the heat is dissipated effectively and the operation of the mill remains free of any interruptions due to over-heating which accounts for a better performance. And, to account for a smoother ride, Bajaj Discover 100 has been loaded with a suspension system that employs a 130mm wheel travel telescopic mechanism at front and a 110mm wheel travel Nitrox mechanism at the rear. Together, this power-mill and this suspension system make Discover 100 an efficient and comfortable ride for every rider on every kind of road.
BRAKING AND HANDLING:
Handling the new Bajaj Discover 100 is no difficult feat. Bajaj designers have made sure that while the Discover 100 offers a fabulous performance to its driver, it is easy to handle as well. Housing an engine that comes mated to a 5-speed transmission gearbox with an “all down” gear shift pattern, Discover 100 is a very smooth and effortless ride for any person. Plus, the low kerb weight of only 115kg coupled to a wide ground clearance of 162mm and wheelbase of 1305mm makes handling easier even on uneven roads. As far as braking is concerned, Bajaj Auto has employed Drum brakes for the purpose with a diameter of 130mm used for the front and 110mm used for the rear wheel. This set of brakes coupled to the 17 inch tyres works quite well for a 100cc motorcycle like Discover.