[What Bike]: My first bike for daily commuting - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

n_sharath · 05-07-2011, 11:35 PM

Hi guys,

I'm planning to buy my first bike in chennai for commuting to work everyday. My budget is ~55000.

I will be commuting mainly in city traffic, 150 km a week. I'm 5'8" - 85kgs, my main concern is the lower end bikes might look too small for me. I'm planning to use the bike for only 2 years and upgrade to a higher end one.

Also, since this is my first time riding a geared bike, i would prefer one with a smooth handling if possible. Mileage ~50 is good enough.

Your guidance is much appreciated. Thanks!

sunilg · 05-09-2011, 11:46 AM

Query approved.

Curious · 05-09-2011, 12:47 PM

Go for Bajaj Pulsar 135LS, ideal for city riding, semi sporty/semi commuter riding posture. Only 120kg, decent mileage upto 70kmpl.

rakshit rana · 05-09-2011, 01:47 PM

go for pulsar 135 LS.stylish,good mileage & comfortable.

vipin_s · 05-09-2011, 02:54 PM

I would recommend you Suzuki Sling shot,
1. Superb build quality (better than Shine/HH bike)
2. Superb torque (XTP)
3. Very good mileage of 50-55kmpl
4. Best service
5. Expect very good re-sale value as well
6. It will mostly 'suit' your physique as well.(5'8",85 kilos)

Extend your budget for Unicorn/Xtreme/GSR, these bikes well suited for your physique.

FYI, P135 has very uncomfortable seating/posture, it costs 60K upwards, it may not suit your physique as well, test ride and check out for your self.

cmahajan · 05-09-2011, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by n_sharath

Hi guys,

I'm planning to buy my first bike in chennai for commuting to work everyday. My budget is ~55000.

I will be commuting mainly in city traffic, 150 km a week. I'm 5'8" - 85kgs, my main concern is the lower end bikes might look too small for me. I'm planning to use the bike for only 2 years and upgrade to a higher end one.

Also, since this is my first time riding a geared bike, i would prefer one with a smooth handling if possible. Mileage ~50 is good enough.

Your guidance is much appreciated. Thanks!

Some of the options available to you are:

1. Yamaha SX/SZ-X
2. Bajaj Discover 150
3. Yamaha SS125
4. HH Glamour

There may be other options available but I think these are some good options.

If I were you, I would choose the Yamaha SZ/SZ-X

vipin_s · 05-09-2011, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmahajan

If I were you, I would choose the Yamaha SZ/SZ-X

+1

...forgot to mention Yamaha SZ-X, this will be best for you, as it's a 150cc bike at 125cc price !!!

lalitp · 05-09-2011, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipin_s

+1

...forgot to mention Yamaha SZ-X, this will be best for you, as it's a 150cc bike at 125cc price !!!

Add excellent ride quality, very good pick up, minimum gearshift in city, highly flickable in traffic, fresh & very good looks and good Yamaha Service Network.

SZ-X have a decent mileage too, you are guaranteed to get atleast 50 KMPL is you are a sane rider.

SZ-X is the one for you buddy. TD it.

Also consider Honda Shine, 125 CC but a very good package in 125 CC range. Good mileage, low maintenance, and Honda's refinement.

princesirohi · 05-09-2011, 03:44 PM

i have some doubts to your suggestion.

Quote:

Originally Posted by vipin_s

I would recommend you Suzuki Sling shot,
1. Superb build quality (better than Shine/HH bike) the build quality of almost all indian commuter class bikes is same. not much difference.
2. Superb torque (XTP)
3. Very good mileage of 50-55kmpl this is ordinary milege. nothing special.
4. Best service you are saying that service is better than HH/Bajaj. suzuki has how many ASS in india or in your city.
5. Expect very good re-sale value as well. do you expect suzuki sling shot to give better re-sale value than bajaj/HH
6. It will mostly 'suit' your physique as well.(5'8",85 kilos)

Extend your budget for Unicorn/Xtreme/GSR, these bikes well suited for your physique.

FYI, P135 has very uncomfortable seating/posture, it costs 60K upwards, it may not suit your physique as well, test ride and check out for your self.

Satyamzma · 05-09-2011, 05:08 PM

Yamaha SZ R will be best....

05-07-2011, 11:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
n_sharath Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 2	My first bike for daily commuting Hi guys, I'm planning to buy my first bike in chennai for commuting to work everyday. My budget is ~55000. I will be commuting mainly in city traffic, 150 km a week. I'm 5'8" - 85kgs, my main concern is the lower end bikes might look too small for me. I'm planning to use the bike for only 2 years and upgrade to a higher end one. Also, since this is my first time riding a geared bike, i would prefer one with a smooth handling if possible. Mileage ~50 is good enough. Your guidance is much appreciated. Thanks!

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Curious Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 51	Go for Bajaj Pulsar 135LS, ideal for city riding, semi sporty/semi commuter riding posture. Only 120kg, decent mileage upto 70kmpl.

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rakshit rana member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: CH/PB/JK/HR Posts: 342	go for pulsar 135 LS.stylish,good mileage & comfortable.

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vipin_s Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 1,293	I would recommend you Suzuki Sling shot, 1. Superb build quality (better than Shine/HH bike) 2. Superb torque (XTP) 3. Very good mileage of 50-55kmpl 4. Best service 5. Expect very good re-sale value as well 6. It will mostly 'suit' your physique as well.(5'8",85 kilos) Extend your budget for Unicorn/Xtreme/GSR, these bikes well suited for your physique. FYI, P135 has very uncomfortable seating/posture, it costs 60K upwards, it may not suit your physique as well, test ride and check out for your self.

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