Affordable and super reliable commuter bike

Affordable and super reliable commuter bike

It's been 9years. I own a red color Hero Honda CD
Deluxe kick starts model 2009.
This bike is a super value of money package.

I am sharing my experience and opinion in this long term bike review.
Category of the bike - 100 cc commuter bike
It has 97 CC single cylinder 4 stroke engine. It a refined 4 stroke engine that can generate decent power and torque.

It generates maximum power: 8.36 PS @ 8000 rpm.

Engine Displacement (CC): 97.2 cc

Torque (Nm@rpm): 8.05 Nm @ 5000.
It has simple 4 gears easy to ride and handle.
It is a lightweight bike around 107kg.
Fuel tank capacity around 10 liters it. If you full the tank you can cover close to 600kms In a tank full fuel.
Average mileage is 60-65kms per liter minimum and for highways. It can go up to 70kmpl if you drive mostly on highways.
After using 9 years my bike still giving a mileage of 60 plus.
It has 18-inch alloy wheels on front and back 2:75*18 tire tube type.
One can install tubeless tires of 3:00*18 as well.
It comes with basic halogen headlight and bulb type taillight with indicators.
Service cost: average service cost of this bike under 500 rs.
Parts: since it is one of the most popular models in city and rural area parts are economical and easily available in the country.
Verdict: after using 9year this bike I still feel my bike can run easily for next
5-7 years more.
Resale value: this falls under most popular commuter bike category. Always in demand.
Student professionals and people who want to save fuel and just want a reliable best product to commute. They always prefer this product.
Variant and price: This comes with 3-4 variant and comes in at least 6 color options.
I completed more than 80000 km in 9 years on the red color kick start alloys wheel drum brake variant.
Top speed: 85 km
To get the best result on milage use the bike between 30-50 km/h in the city and 40-60 km/h on the highway.
I bought it in October 2009 for about 39k. Now the starting price is 50k onwards.
At this price point s no other brand has Such value for money product. Highly recommended
Rating: 4.5/5.0