Best 100cc Bike Models

The Hero Splendor Plus is the perfect commuter motorcycle, and is the best selling motorcycle In India. The bike is equipped with alloy wheels and an electric starter, making the average by keeping it simple. The Splendor was launched in 1994, and since then the bike has catered well to the mass commuter motorcycle segment. The Hero Splendor Plus is powered by an air-cooled, 97cc, single-cylinder engine with a max power output of 8.2bhp and peak torque output of 8Nm, and comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The Hero Splendor Plus returns a mileage of 81km/l.

The Bajaj Platina was first launched in 2006, and the bike has been receiving regular updates since. The Platina is placed above the CT 100 in the company’s commuter lineup in India. The Bajaj Platina is powered by an air-cooled, 102cc, single-cylinder engine with an output of 8bhp and 8.6Nm and comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The motorcycle features company’s ‘SNS suspension’ for a comfortable commute as well. Bajaj claims a mileage of 108km/l however, the motorcycle realistically returns around 90km/l.

The Bajaj CT 100 is a pretty well-known commuter motorcycle in India. The motorcycle has come to known for its efficiency and rock solid reliability. The CT 100 replaced the Bajaj Boxer back in 2001 and has been one of the best sellers for the brand. The motorcycle is offered in several variants, which include options alloy wheels and electric start. The CT100 is powered by an air-cooled, 99.27cc producing a maximum power of 8.1bhp and peak torque of 8.05Nm, and comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The CT 100 returns a mileage of 82km/l.

The Hero Splendor Plus i3S is mechanically identical to the Splendor Plus. However, the motorcycle gets added features from the company including the i3S intelligent start-stop-idle technology, and combined braking system for added safety. The Hero Splendor Plus i3S is powered by an air-cooled, 97cc, single-cylinder engine with a max power output of 8.2bhp and peak torque output of 8Nm. The engine comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The Splendor Plus i3S returns a mileage of around 80km/l .

The TVS Sport is based on the company’s Star City motorcycle, and is a sportier-looking version of the commuter motorcycle. The motorcycle features sporty graphics and make it stand out in the segment. The TVS Sport is powered by an air-cooled, 100cc, single-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 7.4bhp and a peak torque output of 7.5Nm. The engine comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. TVS claims that the Sport returns a mileage of 95km/l, but realistically, one can expect it to return 75 to 80 kilometres to the litre. The motorcycle with its sport looks and efficient engine, caters to both younger and older generation of buyers.

The Hero HF Deluxe joins the list of commuter motorcycle from the brand and features sporty 3D graphics, a multi-reflector headlight, electric start, and alloy wheels as standard. The motorcycle also features company’s i3S start-stop-idle technology and (IBS) combined braking system for added safety as well. The bike is also available without i3S and IBS technology to keep the cost down. Hero HF Deluxe is powered by an air-cooled, 97cc, single-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 7.7bhp and a peak torque output of 8Nm, mated to a 4-speed gearbox. The HF Deluxe return a mileage of 80 to 85km/l.

The Hero Passion Pro share the same mechanical set-up as the Splendor motorcycle from the brand. However, while the Splendor sports a more matured look, the Passion Pro sports funky graphics and a more modern design targeting a younger generation buyers. The Passion Pro i3S is probably the most stylish commuter motorcycle in the Indian market, and has the perfect mix of mileage, affordable pricing and styling. The motorcycle features company’s i3S stop-start-deal technology, and (IBS) combined braking system for added safety. The Passion Pro i3S is powered by a 97cc, single-cylinder air-cooled engine that makes 8.2bhp and 8Nm of torque, and comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. Hero Passion Pro returns a realistic mileage of 75 to 80km/l.