What are the main factors that matter to a consumer when purchasing a bike? Some might say its the looks while some others might solely purchase one for its engine power. However, the most important cost when purchasing a bike depends on the fuel efficiency. Indeed, mileage is always the king.
After purchasing a bike, the only consistent cost you’ll have is the fuel you put into your vehicle. Over the years, we have seen how fuel prices have been constantly going up thanks to numerous taxes and duties. It is hard to realize it but these fuel bills keep mounting over days and end up eating in to your monthly budget.
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Mileage, therefore, refers to the number of kilometers (or miles) that you can get per liter of petrol. With petrol prices hitting ₹70+ per liter, money saved on mileage is money earned.
As a result, it becomes extremely important to purchase a bike with the best possible mileage.
Here’s a list of the bikes with the best mileage in India:
# 10. TVS Star City Plus
Price- Rs 48,015
Key Features:
- Engine Type- Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke Single Cylinder
- Displacement- 109 cc
- Gearbox- 4-speed manual
- Weight- 109 kg
- Mileage – 84 kmpl
- Top speed – 90 kmph
# 9. Hero Passion PRO i3s
Price- Rs 56,048
Key Features:
- Engine Type- Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke Single Cylinder OHC, I3S Engine
- Displacement- 97.20 cc
- Gearbox- 4-speed manual
- Weight- 115 Kg
- Mileage – 84 Kmpl
- Top Speed – 87 kmph
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 12.50 liters
# 8. Honda Dream Neo
Price- Rs 51,205
Key Features:
- Engine Type- Single-cylinder, air cooled
- Displacement- 109.2 cc
- Gearbox- 4-speed manual
- Weight- 107 kg
- Mileage – 86 kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 8 liter
# 7. Hero HF Deluxe
Price- Rs 42,830
Key Features:
- Engine Type- Single-cylinder, air cooled
- Displacement- 97.2 cc
- Gearbox- 4-speed manual
- Weight- 112 kg
- Mileage – 88.5 kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 10 liter
# 6. Hero Splendor Pro
Price- Rs 49,485
Key Features:
- Engine Type:- Single-cylinder, air cooled
- Displacement:- 97.2 cc
- Gearbox:- 4-speed manual
- Weight:- 112 kg
- Mileage – 93.2 kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 11 liter
# 5. TVS Sport
Price:- Rs 37,780
Key Features:
- Engine Type:- Single-cylinder, air cooled
- Displacement:- 99.77 cc
- Gearbox:- 4-speed manual
- Weight:- 108.5 kg
- Mileage – 95 kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 12 liter
# 4. Bajaj Platina 100ES
Price: Rs 45,985
Key Features:
- Engine Type:- Single-cylinder, air cooled
- Displacement:- 102 cc
- Gearbox:- 4-speed manual
- Weight:- 108 kg
- Mileage – 96.9 kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 11.5 liter
# 3. Bajaj CT100
Price:- Rs 35,389
Key Features:
- Engine Type:- Single-cylinder, air cooled
- Displacement:- 97.27 cc
- Gearbox:- 4-speed manual
- Weight:- 108 kg
- Mileage – 99.1 kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 10.5
# 2. Hero Splendor iSmart
Price: Rs 50,255
Key Features:
- Engine Type:- Single-cylinder, Air-cooled
- Displacement:- 97.2 cc
- Gearbox:- 4-speed manual
- Weight:- 110 Kg
- Mileage – 102.5 km/l
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 8.7 liter
# 1. Bajaj Platina ComforTec
Price- Rs 46,656
Key Features:
- Engine Type- 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, Natural air Cooled
- Displacement- 102 cc
- Gearbox- 4-speed manual
- Weight- 111 Kg
- Mileage – 104 Kmpl
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 11.5 liter
Conclusion:
Mileage is not the only contributor towards fuel efficiency. There are several other factors which control how many kilometers your bike can run per liter of petrol. Moreover, you can take some essential precautions in order to ensure the best possible mileage on your bike.
The most important thing worth remembering is to keep your bike well-oiled. Friction is a massive fuel-eater and a well lubricated engine will perform at its peak ensuring that you get the best possible mileage on your bike.
Similarly, maintaining an optimum air level in your bike tires will always ensure that the engine doesn’t guzzle additional fuel. Therefore, it is important to check your tire pressure regularly.
At stops and traffic lights, ensure that you keep your bike engine idling and on neutral. Also, while driving, remember that too much use of the throttle is a guaranteed fuel burner. Same applies for riding your bike in a low gear even on plane surfaces. We do not realize this but such little actions can make a massive difference on your fuel efficiency.
And most importantly: always remember to use clean fuel and service your engine regularly. Higher octane petrol might be slightly expensive but it keeps your engine clean and ensures that your bike will continue to give optimal mileage for a longer time.