The Bajaj CT100 is the most affordable entry-level 100cc motorcycle.

Bajaj has launched the CT100 KS with 8 new features for this festive season. The commuter bike is priced at Rs. 46,432 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The CT100 KS comes with rubber tank pads, front suspension bellows, fuel meter, handlebar with cross tube, wider and flatter seat, enlarged grab rail, flexible clear lens indicators and extended mirror boot.

The CT100 KS is powered by a 102cc, single-cylinder engine that produces 7.8 BHP @ 7,500 rpm and 8.34 Nm @ 5,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 4-speed gearbox.

The CT100 KS is available in three colours - Gloss Ebony Black, Matte Olive Green, and Gloss Flame Red.

Bajaj Auto has issued an official statement denying the Waluj factory shutdown rumours.

There were rumours circulating in the media that Bajaj had shut down its Waluj factory after the Covid-19 infection was found among some of its employees. Bajaj has denied these rumours and said that the Waluj facility is functioning normally.

According to the company, operations at the Waluj unit were being ramped-up from April 24, 2020 on wards. Safety protocols in compliance with the government guidelines are being enforced at the plant. These include regular health checks of employees.

Bajaj claims that there have been no incidences of Covid-19 infections at the Waluj factory from April 24 and June 6, 2020. The first Covid-19 case at Bajaj was reported on June 6, 2020.

The Bajaj Group has pledged Rs. 100 crore for the fight against Covid-19. Through its network of over 200 NGO partners, the company will ensure these resources reach those in need.

In Pune, Bajaj will support upgradation of key healthcare infrastructure required to tackle this disease. The aid will support both private and Government hospitals in Pune, Pune (Rural) and Pimpri Chinchwad to upgrade ICUs, procure additional equipment, ventilators, personal protection equipment, enhance testing and set up isolation units.

Bajaj will also extend support to those most affected by the lockdown by offering food, shelter and access to sanitation and healthcare. These include daily wage workers, the homeless and street children.

An economic aid programme will benefit those living in rural areas. It will include a direct survival grant, followed by a livelihood intervention using a revolving fund model. The family pays back the loan from the earnings of the livelihood intervention. 80% of the funds provided to the family are returned to a community fund, which can be provided to the needy.

Bajaj will also help create awareness about Covid-19 in rural areas. The company will strengthen the health infrastructure by improving diagnostic centres and isolation facilities.

The Bajaj Dominar is now available with a 250cc engine. It is priced at Rs. 1.60 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The Dominar 250 measures 2,156 mm in length, 836 mm in width, 1,112 mm in height and its wheelbase is 1,453 mm. The bike weighs 180 kg and comes with a 13-litre fuel tank.

The Dominar 250 looks similar to the 400cc version. It has an LED headlamp, digital instrument cluster and a twin-barrel exhaust. The bike rides on 17-inch alloy wheels.

The Dominar 250 is powered by a 248.8cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 27 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 23.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm. It features upside down fork suspension at the front and a monoshock at the rear. The bike comes equipped with 300 mm and 230 mm disc brakes at the front and rear respectively. It has a dual-channel ABS.

The Dominar 250 is available in two colour options - Canyon Red and Vine Black.

The Bajaj Dominar 250 has been spotted at a dealership ahead of its launch.

The Dominar 250 is a cheaper version of the Dominar 400 that will be powered by the KTM 250 Duke's 250cc engine. The bike looks similar to the Dominar 400 and features a V-shaped headlamp with a small fairing on top and a digital instrument cluster. It has black alloy wheels, upside down fork suspension at the front and a monoshock at the rear. It also has a stepped seat and a twin-can exhaust.

The 248.8cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that is expected to be offered in the Dominar 250 produces 30 BHP and 24 Nm of torque in the 250 Duke. It could be paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

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Bajaj Auto has launched the Platina and CT range of commuter bikes with BS6 compliant fuel injected engines.

Prices for the CT range start at Rs. 40,794. The Platina range is priced from Rs. 47,264. It includes the Platina 100 Electric Start which costs Rs. 54,797 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Both the Platina and CT come with 100cc and 110cc engine options. The engines come with an electronic injection system that was developed by the R&D centre at Bajaj Auto. The new system is claimed to make the engine run smoother without affecting fuel economy.

The CT110 now comes with an LED daytime running lights and a bash plate to protect the engine on rough terrains.

Bajaj Auto and Triumph Motorcycles have formally announced a long term, non-equity partnership to build a new range of mid-capacity bikes.

As part of the partnership, the two bike makers will collaborate to design, engineer and manufacture a range of motorcycles in the 200-750cc segment.

Bajaj and Triumph will build a new platform and engines with capacities ranging from 200-750cc. Prices of the new range of bikes will start from under Rs. 2 lakh in India.

Triumph hopes that the partnership will enable it to enter the mid-size segment in high-volume emerging markets of Asia, including India. Bajaj will take over Triumph's Indian distribution activities. Bajaj will also represent Triumph and offer the new mid-capacity bikes in markets where Triumph is not currently present. In other markets where Triumph is present, the bike maker will market the jointly developed bikes.

Bajaj has launched the Chetak electric scooter. It is available in two variants - Urbane and Premium priced at Rs. 1 lakh and Rs. 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively.

Initially, the scooter will be sold in Pune and Bangalore. Bookings will open tomorrow on the company's website. The booking amount is set at Rs. 2,000.

The Urbane variant comes in solid colours and has a drum brake at the front. The Premium version gets metallic colour options, dark or light tan seat, metallic colour wheels and a front disc brake.

The Chetak e-scooter is powered by a 4.1 kW electric motor paired with an automated transmission. The motor is powered by a lithium-ion battery that has a claimed range of 95 km on a single charge in Eco Mode. In Sport mode, the range drops to 85 km. Bajaj claims that the battery can be recharged to 100% of its capacity in 5 hours. In 1 hour, the battery can be charged to 25% of its capacity.

Bajaj is offering a 3 years / 50,000 km warranty on the battery pack.

This year, Bajaj is celebrating the 18th anniversary of the Pulsar.

The Pulsar was launched in October 2001. Since its launch, more than 1.2 crore units have been sold in over 65 countries.

At present, the Pulsar is available in a variety of engine sizes ranging from 125cc to 220cc. The Pulsar line up includes the RS200, NS200, NS160, 220F, 150, 150 Twin Disc, 125 Neon, 150 Neon and 180F Neon variants.

According to the company, the Pulsar brand currently controls a 40% market share in the sports motorcycle segment in India.

According to a media report, Bajaj is planning to launch the Husqvarna brand in India next month and deliveries are expected commence in January 2020. The brand's first two bikes are expected to be the Svartpilen 401 and Vitpilen 401.

The Svartpilen 401 and Vitpilen 401 are based on the KTM 390 Duke. The Svartpilen 401 is Scrambler type bike, while the latter is a cafe-racer. Both bikes feature a circular LED headlamp, single-pod digital instrument cluster and come with wire-spoke wheels.

The Svartpilen 401 and Vitpilen 401 are reported to be powered by the 373.2 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine from the KTM 390 Duke. In the KTM, it produces 43 BHP and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via an anti-hopping clutch.

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