Exhaust TEC’ is a device incorporated in
exhaust system of ‘Platina DTS-i’ engine. ‘TEC’ stands for
‘Torque Expansion Chamber’. This world-first technology
developed by Bajaj Auto improves the ‘Scavenging’ process.
The exhaust system of Wave has this revolutionary feature
incorporated, which drastically improves engine torque at low
revs without compromising anything at mid or high engine revs.
It has been extensively optimised to get the maximum possible
performance out of the engine.
Ride Control Switch
This feature has been specifically introduced
to enable the rider to have a no-distracting/non-intrusive
indication of an impending change betwen Econom zone cruising
and Power zone cruising
The changes in effor required to open the
throttle can also be felt very sensitively. This forms the
basis for the Ride Control Switch.
SNS Suspension
The spring ‘n’ spring suspension ensures a
comfortable ride every time you test it. The SNS rear suspension
with longest travel in its class of 100mm, Bajaj used it on
several other bikes as well like the DISCOVER 125
Styling
Premium rugged looks, Contemporary graphics and stylish
alloy wheels are the main highlights of Platina 125’s looks. The Platina 100
when first launched in platinum silver color with silver chrome graphics was
a huge hit. But here all black styling replaces this theme. Black grab
rails, matt finished black silencer with chrome finished foot rest looks
good on this bike. The only disappointing thing we noticed was that bike had
given away its clear lens indicators and opted for orange ones. Also a new
simpler looking fuel lid replaces old but somewhat more stylish fuel lid.
Performance
Not living up to expectations we had. Sadly Platina 125
is pretty much disappointing in this segment. There’s only a marginal
increase in power from its older version or we say there’s a good chance
that you would mistake this vehicle to be a 100cc one. The bike doesn’t
feels planted at high speeds(70-80kmph) and further more you will have to
settle with its ‘dull’ cornering abilities thanks to its not so good ‘Birla
Roadmax’ tyres which can leave you craving for more grip on road. It has an
upright seating position in line with other commuter bikes. Moreover unlike
its 1000cc version it doesn’t succeed in giving you a plush ride without
sacrificing its handling. Another thing we noticed while test riding it was
it looks plain and too much stressful riding it without Disc brakes. Platina
125 misses Disc brakes badly. There are no trip meters or tachometers on
this bike. A deliberate attempt to keep its cost minimized. But it even with
all those, it serves well the purpose of being a commuter bike. It has wide
seats and is equipped with 125mm telescopic front and SNS (spring and
spring) rear suspension. Handling is not that good when compared with other
125cc bikes. An electric start option is a great relief. Other prominent
feature of this bike includes Anti friction bushes in front fork which
improves suspension life and an auto choke.
The Bike
The natural air cooled 124.6ccc engine is capable of
giving you 8.5ps of power. It has a 5 speed gearbox (all down). It features
a longer wheelbase and wider rear tyre than its 100cc version. The bike has
a 0.5litre larger reserve capacity which doesn’t matter much because the
fuel tanks capacity is still kept same at 13litres.However Platina 1265
weighs 3kgs lighter than its old version. Bright headlamps, Ride control
switch along with a 12 V 5Ah Maintenance free battery are sure to give you
some peace of mind. The ride control switch helps the rider to ride in ‘Fuel
Economy zone’ which is also indicated in the fuel gauge meter. Besides that
a low fuel indicator is also provided. We didn’t doubt its claimed top speed
of 95kmph but we did try to find out its efficiency and were pretty
satisfied with its mileage. It returned about 65kmpl in aggressive city
riding conditions.
There’s a good chance for that figure to improve if you
ride it more sensibly.
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