The Bajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si was a
motorcycle
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manufactured in
India
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by
Bajaj Auto
Bajaj Auto Limited () is an Indian multinational automotive manufacturing company based in Pune. It manufactures motorcycles, scooters and auto rickshaws. Bajaj Auto is a part of the Bajaj Group. It was founded by Jamnalal Bajaj (1889–1942) ...
. It was launched in September 2007.
It clocked up sales of 18,000 units in its first month and sold around 28,000 units per month. In January 2009, a 135 cc version of XCD was launched. Bajaj reported that more than 20,000 units of XCD 135 were sold in its first month of launch Due to reduced sales, the 125 cc version was discontinued by Bajaj in November 2009, followed by the 135cc variant.
Design and styling
Bajaj XCD was the first 125 cc bike in India to feature LCD instruments in the console. It also features a spring-loaded foldable number plate which prevents damage to the low mounted fairing in case of sudden front fork The 135 cc variant features the same analog tachometer and digital speedometer as the
Bajaj Discover
Ride and handling
Although the XCD provides the right ergonomics for the average Indian, it has been found to be uncomfortable for taller people. The rider has an upright stance and the small wheelbase and the tall handlebar is designed for city riding.
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Performance and fuel economy
Bajaj has claimed that with the digital twin spark swirl induction technology, the bike is capable of giving a mileage of ,
[ but at least one third party review reports a highway mileage of around , with city mileage being .]
Awards
Bajaj XCD has won the following awards in 2008:Business Standard
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'' Motoring
*Bike of the year up to 125 cc—''Bike India
''Bike India'' is a motorcycle magazine published by Next Gen Publishing Ltd. The magazine was launched in 2005 under founder editor Adil Darukhanawala. Indian Motorsport legend and Isle of Man TT alum Aspi Bhathena has been at the helm of the ma ...
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*Bike of the year— CNBC-TV18 Autocar awards
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