Bajaj
Bajaj CNG Bike
Cheap to run every day, but heavier and slower than it looks
In short
The Freedom 125 is Bajaj's dual-fuel CNG-petrol motorcycle, built for riders who track fuel spend more than 0-60 times. It makes 9.3bhp from a 125cc engine, with prices starting near ₹1.04 lakh for the drum-brake variant. Running on CNG typically cuts fuel cost sharply, but the extra tank pushes kerb weight to 149kg, blunting acceleration and low-speed agility.
- Engine
- 125 cc
- Power
- 9.3 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 91 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 149 kg
What works
- CBS, alloy wheels and full LED lighting as standard
- 5-year warranty up to 75,000km on every variant
- CNG running cost typically far below petrol per km
- Disc-brake LED variant available for under ₹1.18 lakh
What doesn't
- 149kg kerb weight is heavy for a 125cc commuter
- Just 9.3bhp and 93kmph top speed feel modest
- Base variants stick with drum brakes, no ABS option
Best for: Daily high-mileage commuting, Fuel-cost-conscious riders, City-only use
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
Ex-showroom Delhi, the CNG Bike range runs from ₹1,04,237 (Drum LED) to ₹1,17,487 (Disc LED) across 3 variants.
That makes it priced 7th lowest among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Xtreme 160R (₹5,565 more) and the Apache RTR 160 (₹6,544 more).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹1.19 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Drum LED | ₹1,04,237 | |
Drum | ₹1,06,992 | |
Disc LED | ₹1,17,487 |
Mileage
CNG Bike's claimed mileage is 91 kmpl, and unusually, owners and our own riding land right on it: expect 85–95 kmpl in everyday use. Few bikes get this close to their brochure figure.
Among the 67 sports bikes we have reviewed it ranks first for mileage, 49 kmpl above the group average of 42 kmpl.
Engine and ride
Power comes from a 125cc single producing 9.3 bhp and 9.7 Nm, paired with a 5 Speed. At 149 kg the power-to-weight figure is 62 bhp per tonne, which ranks 73 of 73 in its class here.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes a rear monoshock and a combi-brake system, with a drum, 130 mm up front and drum, 130 mm at the rear.
The 825 mm seat is on the tall side. Riders under 5'6" should sit on one before buying.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The Freedom 125 solves one problem well: fuel spend. Bajaj's dual-fuel motorcycle pairs a 125cc, 9.3bhp engine with a CNG tank, and for riders doing big daily distances, that typically brings running costs down a long way compared to a petrol-only bike in this class. It is not built to feel fast or light, and it does not try to be.
Riding it every day
At 149kg kerb weight, the Freedom 125 carries noticeably more heft than most 125cc commuters, and that shows up most at traffic-light starts and in tight U-turns. Once moving, the monoshock rear and telescopic front smooth out the usual broken tarmac and expansion joints reasonably well, and the CBS system gives some braking confidence even on the drum-only base variants. Top speed of around 93kmph is enough for city rings and highway stretches without ambition, but overtaking slower traffic needs planning. The LED lighting set and digital console feel modern for the price, and a USB port is a genuine convenience on longer commutes.
What to know before buying
Entry variants run drum brakes front and rear, so buyers wanting a disc need to step up to the LED Disc trim near ₹1.17 lakh. Bajaj backs the range with a 5-year, 75,000km warranty, which matters given CNG hardware is more complex to service, and it is worth checking that the local service network is comfortable with CNG-specific work before committing.
Who should buy it
This suits riders who cover long distances daily, think in terms of running cost rather than acceleration, and are willing to trade some weight and pep for typically lower fuel bills. It is a poor fit for anyone chasing quick starts or a genuinely light, flickable 125.
Features and colours
- Combi-brake (CBS)
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Hazard lamps
- Rear monoshock
- LED headlamp
- LED daytime running lamp
- LED tail lamp
- Digital console
- +1 more
On safety kit the CNG Bike has combi-brake (cbs), tubeless tyres, side-stand engine cut-off and hazard lamps. There is no ABS, which is legal at this engine size but worth knowing before a wet-weather ride.
What it lacks: bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, ride modes and front disc brake, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.
It is offered in 7 colours: Cyber White, Racing Red, Pewter Grey - Black, Ebony Black - Grey, Caribbean Blue, Ebony Black - Red and Pewter Grey - Yellow. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 5 years or 75,000 km. After the free services, the recommended interval is every 5,000 km.
Service reach is excellent: Bajaj has about 5,000 dealer and workshop touchpoints across the country.
The CNG Bike launched in 2024, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.
CNG Bike: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Bajaj CNG Bike?
- The CNG Bike costs between ₹1,04,237 and ₹1,17,487 ex-showroom Delhi across 3 variants, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance and varies by state.
- What is the on-road price of the CNG Bike in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹1.19 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹1,04,237 ex-showroom plus ₹8,339 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹5,731 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the mileage of the CNG Bike?
- Claimed mileage is 91 kmpl. Owners typically see 85–95 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the CNG Bike cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹1.05 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹822 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the CNG Bike?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹3,310 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the CNG Bike?
- It uses a 125cc engine producing 9.3 bhp and 9.7 Nm, with a 5 speed.
- Is the CNG Bike suitable for short riders?
- It is on the tall side at 825 mm. Riders under 5'6" may be on tiptoe at stops and should try it before buying.
- CNG Bike or Roadster X: which is better?
- The Roadster X is ₹762 more expensive to start. Pick the CNG Bike for daily high-mileage commuting, the Roadster X for shorter riders. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the CNG Bike?
- Among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Pulsar 125 (₹93,507), the Glamour X 125 (₹89,562), the Pulsar N125 (₹93,694) start lower.
- Is the Freedom 125 as quick as a regular 125cc petrol bike?
- No, expect it to feel slower off the line since the CNG tank and hardware add roughly 20-25kg over a typical 125cc commuter. It is built for economy, not for overtaking quickly in traffic.
- Can I still ride it on pure petrol if CNG is not available?
- Yes, the Freedom 125 is a dual-fuel bike, so it switches to petrol when CNG runs out or is unavailable, though the brief does not specify the petrol-only mileage figure.
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