Bajaj Discover 125 ST [Sports Tourer]

                          With styling and performance of a sports bike, yet with the comfort and economy of a commuter bike, the new Bajaj Discover ST (Sports Tourer) has been launched with much aplomb, and flaunts never before seen features in this segment.

Despite holding immense pride in being the true pioneers of the country’s performance biking scenario, Bajaj has never lost sight of its stronghold in the commuter segment either and has aggressively worked at building on that loyalty through the expansion of its Discover range of motorcycles.

                            Now, available in 100, 125 and 150cc displacement models, the Bajaj Discover 125 was introduced for the very first time in April 2011. But, while its introduction filled an important product gap in the company’s urban class of city bikes, it essentially offered nothing significantly more than its 100cc or 125cc siblings. In just over a year of making its debut, the mid-range Discover model has gone through a major revamp and will look at making a new name for itself as the ‘Discover 125 ST’ (Sports Tourer)

Looking to override the average looks and minimalistic features that we associate with commuter bikes of the present day and age, Bajaj has introduced the 2012 Discover 125 ST model with a far more aggressive fairing with sharp edged headlamps that underlines its sporty look. 




It won’t take you very long to notice the Monoshock Nitrox Suspension on this bike, simply because it would actually be the very first time you actually saw one on a 125cc motorcycle in the country. Other significant highlights on the ST model include a specially designed “Anti Vibration” frame for better stability, visually appealing slender ribbed alloy wheels and aluminum side sets and Petal Disc Brakes that improve overall safety.

Powered by Bajaj’s patented “DTS-i Twin Spark” technology, the Discover 125 ST’s four valve engine delivers 13PS @ 9000 rpm and 11Nm of torque, performance figures that currently top the 125cc motorcycle category.

Commenting on the launch of the new Discover 125 ST, K Srinivas, President, Motorcycle Business, Bajaj Auto Ltd. said, “We believe that the average Indian commuter has to compromise a lot for fuel efficiency. With the Discover ST we are making a statement that mileage need not come with boring design and outdated features.”

The region-wise pricing details for Bajaj’s first ever sports tourer for the country will be declared in the second half of June when the bike enters the showroom. For Bajaj fans with an appetite for something bigger, sportier and more revolutionary, the all new Pulsar 200NS will be finally be on display in Maharashtra showrooms by end of May and will be officially launched in the month of July.

VEHICLE SUMMARY Name: Discover 125 ST Type: Commuter Top Speed: 105kph VERDICT FOR NA AGAINST NA ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Displacement: 124.6cc Engine: 124.6cc, 4-stroke Maximum Power: 12.8 Bhp @ 9000 rpm Maximum Torque: 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm Gears: 5 Speed Clutch: Wet Multi Plate Type Bore: 0 Stroke: 0 No. of Cylinders: 1 Cylinder Configuration: NA Valve Per Cylinder: 4 Engine Block Material: NA Chassis Type: Semi Double Cradle Frame Cooling Type: Air Cooling Carburetor: NA DIMENSIONS Length: N/A Width: N/A Height: N/A OTHER SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 124.50 kg Ground Clearance: 170.00 mm Fuel Tank: 10.00 ltrs Wheelbase: 1305.00 mm Electrical System: DC Ignition, Digital CDI Headlamp: 35/35W Horn: 0 Wheel Type: Alloys Wheel Size: 2.75x17" - 3.00x17" mm Tubeless: Colors: Blue, Black, Grey, Red

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY Suspension(Front): Telescopic Fork Suspension(Rear): Nitrox Monohock Brakes: 200mm Petal Disc Brakes(Rear): 130mm Drum Stand Alarm: COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE Fuel Guage: Analogue Self Start: Tacho Meter: Analogue Trip Meter: Digital-2 Alloys: Warranty: NA Speedometer: Digital Passenger Footrest: Passenger Backrest: Step-up Seat: Pass-light: Low Fuel Indicator: Low Oil Indicator: Low Battery Indicator: High Oil Temp. Indicator: Choked Air Filter Indicator:

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Instrument Cluster

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Bajaj Discover 125 ST - Sports Tourer

Bajaj India has today (14th May, 2012) launched all-new Discover 125 ST, where ST stands for Sports Tourer. It is powered by a 4-Valve, air-cooled, 4-stroke 124.6 cc engine, which generates maximum power of 12.8 Bhp at 9000 rpm with maximum torque of 11 Nm at 7000 rpm. It will be on-sale by the end of June, 2012. Bajaj Discover 125 ST features telescopic forks at front and nitrox monoshock rear suspension. It also features petal shaped 200mm front disc brake and 130mm drum rear brake.

Most Prominent New Features in Bajaj Discover 125 ST 

- All-new instrument cluster, Mono-shock rear suspension
- Petal disc brake, A new exhaust muffler
- Newly designed tank, All-new headlamps
- New alloys, Anti-vibration frame
- New seat, A new mudguard
- An exposed O-ring based drive chain

Price of Bajaj Discover 125 ST

- Bajaj Discover 125 ST - Rs. 55,000.00

It is expected that Bajaj Discover 125 ST will be priced around Rs. 55000.00 (On-Road Price in Mumbai).

Instrument Cluster of Bajaj Discover 125 ST

- Digital plus analogue combo console

Bajaj Discover 125 ST features digital plus analogue combo console. It features digital speedometer, digital trip meter (expected), analogue odometer, analogue fuel gauge and analogue tachometer.

Expected Launch Date of Bajaj Discover 125 ST

- By the end of June, 2012

It is expected that Bajaj India is going to launch the Discover 125 ST by the end of June, 2012.

Engine of Bajaj Discover 125 ST

- Air-cooled, 4-stroke 124.6 cc engine
- Maximum power of 12.8 Bhp at 9000 rpm
- Maximum torque of 11 Nm at 7000 rpm

It is powered by a 4-Valve, air-cooled, 4-stroke 124.6 cc engine, which generates maximum power of 12.8 Bhp at 9000 rpm with maximum torque of 11 Nm at 7000 rpm.

Expected Shades to be Available in Bajaj Discover 125 ST

It is expected that Discover 125 ST will be available in four shades: Grey, Black, Blue and Red.

Official Statement - Bajaj Discover 125 ST

Commenting on the launch, K Srinivas, President – Motorcycle business, Bajaj Auto Ltd. said,”We believe that the average Indian commuter has to compromise a lot for the fuel efficiency. With the Discover ST, we are making a statement that mileage need not come with the boring design and outdated features. He further added,”The Sports Tourer is an everyday fun ride to work. We believe that the sporty evolution of the commuter category will occus fast, and it is our intention to dominate this segment by introducing such breakthrough products.”