Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Bike - Key Features Explained

Bajaj has recently launched the world's first-ever CNG motorcycle. The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike comes loaded with plenty of features when compared to its petrol rivals. From LED light to a digital screen, Bajaj has equipped the Freedom 125 with all the latest features. If you are looking to buy the Freedom 125, make sure to go through its all key features which are explained below. Also, you can join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to receive the latest updates from the automotive world.

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Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Bike - 5 Key Features

World's Longest Bike Seat

785mm is the length of the unique and long seat of the Freedom 125. This is the longest seat ever fitted on any production motorcycle. The unique design layout for the CNG fuel tank is neatly hidden underneath this seat. Also, due to the unique design of the petrol tank, Bajaj has been able to keep the length of this seat. At the launch of Freedom 125, Mr Rajiv Bajaj also said that it can easily occupy 4 people, while strongly condemning doing it.

Variants Available: This 785 mm seat is available in all three variants of Bajaj Freedom 125, and two people can comfortably sit here.

Competitors with the Same Feature:

• Honda SP 125 - SP 125 seat length is 705 mm which is again great for two people, but its way shorter than Freedom 125 seats.
• TVS Raider 125 - The Raider 125 offers two seat options: a split seat for two people, and a longer seat that can accommodate up to three.

CNG-Petrol Fuel Switch

One of the primary feature highlights of the Freedom 125, is the CNG-petrol fuel switch. Being the first-ever CNG motorcycle in the world, it gives the freedom of a bi-fuel hybrid system to the owners. The rider can use the switch provided on the left-side switchgear, to switch between petrol and CNG, whenever required. While the CNG switch is conventionally going to be more economical to use, the petrol button will provide more power and crisp response.

Variants Available: All variants coms with a CNG-Petrol fuel switch, as this is the unique selling point (USP) of the vehicle - Indias first CNG bike.

Competitors with the Same Feature:

Technically, it does not have any rival, because it is world's first CNG motorcycle.

Unique Link-Monoshock Rear Suspension

Bajaj has specifically developed a link-monoshock rear suspension for the Freedom 125. This unique suspension works superbly on Indian road conditions. The broken roads and undulations are well absorbed by it, and the 120mm travel gives ample confidence to the rider to take the bike on unknown bad roads. Out on the highway or even inside the city, it is extremely comfortable with a pillion and load on the bike. Around the corners and bends of ghats, the rear suspension remains intact and works flawlessly

Variants Available: All variants have monoshock rear suspension, with 120 mm of travel.

Competitors with the Same Feature:

• Honda SP 125 - The SP 125 is equipped with telescopic hydraulic shock, which cannot provide the same experience as a monoshock.
• TVS Raider 125 - The rear suspension in Raider 125 is monoshock which is also 5-step adjustable.

LED Lights

Bajaj offers the Freedom 125 in three variants. Out of these three, two variants are equipped with an LED headlight. However, all three variants get an LED taillight as a standard fitment. The bright LED lights make it look distinctive on the road, as well as, enhance the visibility on the dark roads, as compared to the halogen lights. The petrol rivals like Honda Shine miss out on this feature, while the Freedom 125 gets it.

Variants Available: Two variants in the Bajaj Freedom 125 lineup come with LED headlamps. The price of the Drum LED variant is Rs 1 lakh, while the Disc LED variant is priced at Rs 1.09 lakh.

Competitors with the Same Feature:

• Honda SP 125 - LED headlamps are there in both variants of Honda SP 125.
• TVS Raider 125 - TVS Raider takes it a step further by offering LED DRLs along with LED lights across all its variants.

Digital Console

Given the fact that Bajaj wanted the Freedom to stand out in the 125cc motorcycle segment, a digital console is fitted as standard equipment. It gets a unique, small yet clear, negative LCD. This console supports various information like trip meter, a fuel economy display, etc. It also gets Bluetooth connectivity for smartphones, via which the rider can access to SMS/call alerts. There is also a dedicated switch on the handlebar to receive incoming calls.

Variants Available: Only the Disc LED variant is equipped with an LCD screen that allows Bluetooth connectivity.

Competitors with the Same Feature:

• Honda SP 125 - The Honda SP 125 has a digital meter but it cannot be connected to your smartphone and unlock some features.
• TVS Raider 125 - TVS Raider 125 top variants has a TFT display that includes features like SmartXonnect, which provides information such as turn-by-turn navigation, vehicle details, range, and more.

Some missing features:

• ABS - Bajaj should have given single channel ABS in the Freedom 125 top variant as there are other 125cc bikes which provide it with a less sticker price.
• Ride modes - Ride modes are a gimmick, but give a sense of a more serious bike, which is especially loved by young people.
• TFT Display - The LCD screen is very small, and its functions are limited. To make it stand out, if Bajaj had included a TFT screen, it would have been the cherry on the cake.

Comparison with Competitors

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