As petroleum prices place an increasing burden on daily commuters across developing markets, Bajaj Auto introduced the Freedom 125—the world's first production dual-fuel compressed natural gas (CNG) motorcycle. Built around a specially reinforced chassis and 125cc engine, the Freedom 125 delivers up to 90 km per kilogram of CNG, lowering operational running costs to approximately ₹ 1.10 per kilometer.
At the core of the motorcycle is a 2 kg CNG cylinder mounted securely beneath the long 785mm seat within an integrated high-strength steel trellis cage. To ensure seamless operation, Bajaj equipped the bike with an auxiliary 2-liter petrol tank, providing an emergency range of 130 km. Riders can toggle between CNG and petrol modes on the move via a handlebar switch. For comparisons against popular 125cc petrol commuters, explore our Suzuki Access 125 vs Honda Activa 125 comparison and the TVS Jupiter 125 review.
Safety engineering was a primary design focus during development. The Freedom 125 underwent 11 extensive collision tests, including rear-end truck impacts, frontal collisions, and rollover tests, ensuring the pressurized tank remains protected under extreme structural loads. The 125cc engine generates 9.5 PS of power and 9.7 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox for smooth city acceleration up to a top speed of 90.5 km/h. To examine electric alternative running costs, read our Ather Rizta vs TVS iQube shootout and our electric vs petrol bike 5-year cost analysis.
Priced starting at ₹ 1,04,000 ex-showroom, the Freedom 125 amortizes its purchase cost rapidly through monthly fuel savings exceeding ₹ 2,400. Calculate monthly financing payments with our motorcycle and e-bike EMI calculator, compare models using our bike comparison tool, and track the latest two-wheeler launches in our industry news hub.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the real-world mileage of Bajaj Freedom 125 on CNG? +
In real-world city and highway testing, the Bajaj Freedom 125 delivers between 65 km/kg and 90 km/kg of CNG, allowing approximately 200 km of riding on a single 2kg CNG refill.
Is the CNG tank safe on the Bajaj Freedom 125? +
Yes, Bajaj engineered an integrated high-strength steel trellis safety cage surrounding the 2kg CNG cylinder. The vehicle underwent 11 rigorous safety and impact tests, including truck run-over tests and rear-end crash validations.
What is the price of Bajaj Freedom 125 in India? +
The Bajaj Freedom 125 is priced between ₹1,04,000 and ₹1,17,000 ex-showroom depending on the variant (Drum, Drum LED, and Disc LED).