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Bajaj has introduced two new variants of the Platina and CT100 commuter bikes. The CT100 ES Alloy is priced at Rs. 41,997 while a new base variant- Platina ES Spoke is priced at Rs. 42,650 (ex-showroom Delhi).

The CT100 is now available with an electric start and alloy wheels. The single-cylinder, air-cooled engine powering it remains unchanged. The 99.27 cc engine develops 8 BHP @ 7500 rpm and a peak torque of 8.05 Nm @ 4500 rpm.

The 102 cc, single-cylinder DTS-I engine on the Platina makes 8 BHP @ 7500 rpm and has a maximum torque of 8.6 Nm @ 5000 rpm. The new base variant gets an electric start and spoked wheels instead of alloys.

Bajaj Auto has silently launched the new Platina Comfortec at prices starting from Rs. 43,241 (ex-showroom Delhi). The new Platina will be offered in two variants: Kick-start and Self-start. It will be available in three colours: Red, Black and Blue.

The Comfortec is an update to the Platina ES which was launched last year. The bike gets a new suspension system which is claimed to deliver a comfortable ride with 20 percent fewer jerks on uneven roads. Additionally, a 'Soft Spring' seat and rubber foot pads further help in absorbing bumps and jerks.

The Bajaj Platina Comfortec is powered by a 102 cc DTS-i engine that develops around 8 BHP and 8.6 Nm of torque. This engine is mated to a four-speed transmission. Bajaj also claims that the engine is tuned to deliver a fuel economy of 104 kmpl.

Prices of the Bajaj Platina Comfortec are:
• Kick start - Rs. 43,241
• Self Start - Rs. 45,252

Source: Indian Autos Blog

Bajaj Auto has introduced an updated version of the Platina commuter motorcycle in India. Dubber Platina ES, the bike is priced at Rs. 44,507 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The Platina ES, as its name suggests, comes equipped with an electric starter. The bike also gets a new cowl around the headlamp, redesigned side panels, an altered exhaust, new body graphics and three body colours - black, blue and red. Other features include a colour-coded grab handle, 5-spoke black alloy wheels, zero maintenance battery, 11.5-litre fuel tank, 110 mm front and rear drum brakes and a telescopic fork suspension at the front and dual shocks at the rear.

The Platina ES is powered by a 102 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder, DTS-i engine that produces 8.1 bhp @ 7500 rpm and 8.6 Nm of torque @ 5000 rpm. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox.

The 2015 Bajaj Platina motorcycle has been spotted testing again.

Going by the images, the 100 cc commuter bike is not likely to get any major changes to its design. It continues with the same 5-spoke alloy wheels, telescopic fork front and dual shock rear suspension and other fittings. The only areas where Bajaj is likely to make changes are the paint and body graphics.

The Platina is likely to continue using the same engine as the current model. However, it could be tweaked to return better fuel efficiency figures and an electric starter could be included in the list of features. The brakes will remain drum all-round.

The Platina is expected to be one of the six models that Bajaj Auto plans to launch in the next six months. Details about its launch are awaited.

Source: ICB

Bajaj Auto has started testing a new Platina commuter motorcycle. Two test mules of the bike have been spotted - one with heavy camouflage and the other without any, leading to speculations that there could be two versions of the Platina.

Going by the images, it appears that the new Platina will not get any drastic changes in terms of styling. The bike continues with the same 5-spoke alloy wheels, telescopic fork front and dual shock rear suspension and other fittings. However, the bike is likely to get new decals and colour options.

An engine upgrade could be on the cards as well. There could be a new 100 cc engine with more power and better efficiency figures. Additionally, a larger engine displacing 125 cc (borrowed from the Discover 125M) could also be used.

It is unclear when the new Platina will be introduced into the market. If media speculation is anything to go by, it will be in the first half of 2015.

Source: Gaadi