Commuter motorcycles in the 100-110 cc segment are some of the largest-selling motorcycles in India, and form significant sales volumes in rural areas. These bikes are used as personal transport and sometimes even to ferry goods. The average two-wheeler buyer in this segment will almost always have fuel efficiency as a prime consideration when he's out to buy a motorcycle, apart from service network and low running costs. No wonder, these motorcycles are the largest selling commuter bikes for manufacturers such as Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), Hero MotoCorp, Bajaj, and TVS.
Clearly then, the highest-selling bikes in the Indian two-wheeler market are all commuter bikes, offering low maintenance and very good fuel efficiency. Here's a look at the list of bikes with the highest fuel efficiency figures in India. The fuel efficiency figures listed here are not actually tested figures, but claimed by the manufacturers, in accordance with Automotive Research Association of India's (ARAI) testing policies.
| Specifications | Bajaj CT100/CT100B |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, air cooled |
| Displacement | 99.27 cc |
| Max Power | 8.08 bhp at 7,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.05 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual |
| Kerb weight | 108 kg |
| Claimed Efficiency | 99.1 kmpl |
| Starting Price (Ex-Delhi) | Rs. 35,389 |
The Bajaj Platina 100ES is one of largest selling motorcycles from Bajaj AutoThe Bajaj Platina 100ES could be called as a slightly more premium version of the CT100. The engine output is almost similar as well with the Platina making 8.6 Nm of torque as compared to 8.05 Nm on the CT100 with a company-claimed fuel efficiency of 96.9 kmpl. The styling of course is completely different. What the Platina gets is Bajaj's DTS-i twin spark ignition tech, which is said to offer better fuel-air combustion, in turn leading to better performance and efficiency. The Platina nameplate is over 10 years old in India and has always done a good job for Bajaj as far as sales figures are concerned. The prices for the Platina 100ES start at Rs. 45,985 ex-showroom, Delhi.
| Specifications | Bajaj Platina 100ES |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, air cooled |
| Displacement | 102 cc |
| Max Power | 8.08 bhp at 7,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.6 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual |
| Kerb weight | 108 kg |
| Claimed Efficiency | 96.9 kmpl |
| Starting Price (Ex-Delhi) | Rs. 45,985 |
The TVS Sport offers low running costs and very good fuel economy
The TVS Sport is one of the largest-selling commuter motorcycles from TVS Motor Company. TVS launched a refreshed version of the Sport commuter motorcycle in 2016. Some of the updates include a new instrument cluster, a chrome guard for the silencer, aluminium grab handles and of course, an increase in fuel efficiency as well. The TVS Sport boasts of a fuel efficiency of 95 kmpl. It is powered by a 99.77 cc motor that makes 7.7 bhp and 7.8 Nm. With a starting price of Rs. 37,780, it is also one of the most affordable options in the list after the CT100.
| Specifications | TVS Sport |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, air cooled |
| Displacement | 99.77 cc |
| Max Power | 7.7 bhp at 7,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 7.8 Nm at 5,500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual |
| Kerb weight | 108.5 kg |
| Claimed Efficiency | 95 kmpl |
| Starting Price (Ex-Delhi) | Rs. 37,780 |
The Hero Splendor Pro boasts of being the largest selling motorcycle model| Specifications | Hero Splendor Pro |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, air cooled |
| Displacement | 97.2 cc |
| Max Power | 8.24 bhp at 8,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.05 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual |
| Kerb weight | 112 kg |
| Claimed Efficiency | 93.2 kmpl |
| Starting Price (Ex-Delhi) | Rs. 49,485 |
The Hero HF Deluxe is a bestseller too from Hero MotoCorp and is a hit in rural markets| Specifications | Hero HF Deluxe |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, air cooled |
| Displacement | 97.2 cc |
| Max Power | 8.24 bhp at 8,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.05 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual |
| Kerb weight | 112 kg |
| Claimed Efficiency | 88.5 kmpl |
| Starting Price (Ex-Delhi) | Rs. 42,830 |
