Bajaj Launches V12, Downsized V15 Version; Deliveries Start For Rs 56,200

Bajaj Auto has launched the new Bajaj V12, 125cc motorcycle in India, without letting the awaiting customers know. After its arrival at the various Bajaj dealerships, the bike maker has silently commenced the deliveries of this younger sibling of the much-acclaimed V-model at INR 56,200 pricing. According to the reports, this downsized version of the V15 is currently offered in just two color options of Wine Red and Ebony Black. Desirables can place their order at most of the Pune and Mumbai dealerships by paying a token amount of Rs. 1000. As the motorcycle is not available at every Bajaj outlet across the country. But it is anticipated to make soon.

New Bajaj V12 available in Ebony Red and Ebony Black

Besides, not being launched at an event, the slipped out images of the apparently identical V12 to its older sibling, are making the buzz on the internet. Evidently, the witness changes on this newcomer consists of new 5-spoke alloy wheels in place of twin 5-spoke design and upfront installed drum brakes instead of a 240mm disc. Apart from this, the employed slimmer rear tyre of measure 100/90 will perform the propelling duties along with the carried forward 90/90 front tyre. All these changes have been introduced in order to cut, not only the kerb weight of the motorcycle, which now stands at 133 kg but also making it more cost effective comparatively.

Bajaj V12 following its older sibling V15 design and looks

Featuring which are inherited as it is from the V15 are the body graphics, instrument cluster, chrome-tipped matte black exhaust pipe, removable rear seat cowl, along with some other elements as the saree guard, footpegs, and grab rail.

Newly installed alloy wheels without disc brakes option

Powering for this downsized V12 version will come from the 125cc single-cylinder, long stroke engine of the Discover family. The loaded engine churns out 10bhp of power at 8000rpm and 10.8Nm of torque at 5500 rpm, with the aids of coupled five-speed gearbox transmission. In this segment, we will see it competing with the available contenders like the Honda CB Shine SP, Hero Glamour 125 and the Yamaha Saluto.

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