Bajaj Announces Launch of First CNG-Powered Motorcycle

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Published on 12/03/2024 at 12:05

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India will have the world’s first mass-production motorcycle powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), a gaseous fuel that has never found its place in two-wheeled vehicles, despite being very popular among cars. Bajaj Auto, a company based in Chakan and one of the largest motorcycle exporters in the country, which is also present in Brazil, will present a new CNG-powered motorcycle next quarter.

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According to the Indian press, the brand’s focus is to gradually expand the range of vehicles in the CNG segment, thus enabling the use of a cleaner and cheaper fuel than gasoline.

Rajiv Bajaj, the company’s managing director, emphasized that Bajaj is actually bringing the launch of the CNG-powered motorcycle forward to the next quarter and explained that he believes a CNG motorcycle from Bajaj should appeal to consumers in displacement points such as 100cc, 125cc, and 150-160cc, giving the opportunity to develop a portfolio rather than just one motorcycle.

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Bajaj CNG-Powered Motorcycle Sighted In Tests

The CNG-powered motorcycle from the brand has been seen in tests, revealing notable data. It is worth mentioning that Bajaj recently registered three names: Freedom, Trekker, and Glider, and one of these could be used for this motorcycle.

As expected, the new spy image shows a motorcycle with a minimalist style. The fuel tank appears small in size under which the CNG tank can be mounted, and the front end features a circular headlight.

It is more likely that the lighting units are halogen all around, and a vertical handlebar can also be seen in the image. The CNG-powered motorcycle will focus on volume-based buyers in the affordable segment and may try to capture a large market share as the first of its kind. It could attract customers in rural areas, cities, and suburbs looking for high fuel economy.

Advantages Of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

The ANP claims that CNG is the best available solution for sustainable transportation. This is because it offers a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions just by converting existing cars. Besides sustainability, the most highlighted reason for CNG installation is the fuel price, which is considerably cheaper than gasoline.

Another advantage is the greater durability of the oil, which remains cleaner, and the exhaust, where there is no water accumulation.

On the other hand, a vehicle with CNG has two important characteristics. The first is the loss of power, which averages about 4% less than the original power. The second is the loss of space, as a traditional cylinder takes up almost one-third of the space.

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