Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Bike: How To Keep CNG Tank Leak Proof
The CNG bike comes with two fuel tanks: a primary CNG fuel tank, placed under the seat and a secondary petrol tank, which can be used when the CNG runs out
The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike was recently launched in India as the world’s first CNG bike. Prices of the bike start at Rs 95,000 and go up to Rs 1,10,00 (ex-showroom). The CNG bike is powered by a 125cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine, which works with both CNG and petrol fuels.
The Bajaj Freedom 125 comes with two fuel tanks: a 2kg primary CNG fuel tank, which is placed under the seat and a secondary 2-litre petrol tank, which can be used when the CNG runs out. However, with the CNG tank comes its maintenance essentials which are different from a normal petrol fuel tank.
On the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike, you have to get the fuel tank inspection done every 2 years at the Bajaj service centres. This test involves checking the CNG tank for damage, corrosion, wear and tear, its pressure holding capacity, nozzle, potential leaks and other components of the bike associated with the CNG mechanism.
This test should be done by the owner at a regular interval of every 2 years and on priority as it is directly related to the CNG tank and the rider’s safety. If you don't get the test done on time and the validity is expired, then the CNG pump will straightaway refuse to fill CNG in your bike, because of the potential risks involved. For your perspective, every CNG car also requires a CNG tank inspection, but the interval for cars is every 3 years.
More About The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Bike
The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike produces a peak output of 9.5PS and 9.7Nm on the CNG mode and has a claimed top speed of 90.5kmph on CNG and 93.4kmph on petrol. The bike also has a switch which allows it to change fuel mode between CNG and petrol seamlessly.
It claims to provide a mileage of 102km/kg on CNG and 65kmpl on petrol, offering a combined range of 330km on a full tank. However, in our test, which included both city and highway riding, the bike delivered a mileage of 85km/kg on CNG.
The Bajaj Freedom 125 goes up against other 125cc bikes like Honda Shine 125, Hero Glamour, Bajaj Pulsar 125, Hero Xtreme 125R and TVS Raider 125.
Bajaj has also tested the bike and the CNG tank’s safety extensively through 11 different types of crash and impact tests which we have already addressed in our ‘CNG bike safety concerns’ story.
Bajaj Freedom 125 User Reviews
- Freedom riderAb tak ki sabse achi bike plus mileage deni wali bike or cng or petrol dono se chala sakte hai, best ye laga ki petrol or cng dono dala le do 330 km chala sakte hai dhoka abhi tak nhi mila iss bike se. Kafi comfortable bike hai to kafi achi mileage dene wali bike 400 me 330 km tak ka safar aram se kr sakte hai to petrol dalane ka koi tension nhi or kafi achi chalti hai highway pe bhi kafi comfortable rethi hai. Daily work jaise office daily ane jane wale logo ke liye middle class logo ke liye kahi achi rahegi or to or agar aap zomato Swiggy blinkit jaise jaghe pe kam karte hai to apke liye kafi achi rahegi bajat me.Read More6 7
- A great bike for those who commute daily.It is a very good bike its braking system is very good lights are very amazing, turning is also very nice, mileage is very good, tyre grip is very fabulous. Overall the great bike with attractive features. The price of the bike is very good. It runs very smoothly on CNG. The bike is available in a good budget. The tyre rubber is very good. Front and back tyre communication is very Excellent. Light is deep and fast. This bike can be bought by both working and business men. It is also suitable for school going children because it will cost you very little for your daily commute and maintenance cost is also very less.Read More5 3
- Review after 8k kms usageBaja. Freedom bio is ideal for long commute as it is fuel efficient, low maintenance and economical friendly. Dual fuel adds flexibility although slightly less powered but sufficient for travel without pillion and not much heavy luggage. Ridden 8000 plus kms ok pure CNG, less than 200kms used on petrol, I can say ride on CNG is reliable as Bajaj has been on CNG vehicles like in Auto rickshaw from decades. As said earlier it is slightly less powered but enough for single person travel. I would recommend as the bike itself is easy to ride although it is 148 kg but feels very lightweight while riding. With a great mileage of 90 plus on cng and may be 60 plus on petrol ( coz ridden vert less on petrol)Read More4 4
- about milage and comfortablitythe bike is best if u are finding the bike for job with best milage and in look but seat is somewhere not comfortable but I think u can change it. in this prize u will get super bike I know it is somewhere it's a high in cost but u will save that much money from mileage from CNG it gives 90+ mileage in 100000 I like itRead More3 1
- Seat ke bare meYah bike mere pass hai is ka sab system theek thak hai or average bat kare to iska average bahut achha hai mene isse lagbhag 100 se upar chalaya hai mere hisaab se is bike me keval ek Kami hai jo company ko samjhni chahiye is bike par har aadmi comfort nahi baithta hai iska Jo seat hai usko Thoda achhe se design kare thank youRead More7 1