Top 5 fuel efficient 125 cc bikes in India

New Delhi: The 125 cc segment is growing at a health rate in the country with numerous companies consistently adding a variety of models for commuters who want style, power and fuel efficiency. To help you figure out the best options we have compiled a list of best five among them. Yamaha GladiatorEngine: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valveDisplacement: 123.7ccMaximum Power: 11bhp@7500rpmMaximum Torque: 10.4nm@6500rpmGears: 5 speedWeight: 128.00 kgBattery Type: 5AHBattery Capacity: 12VWheel Type: AlloysTop Speed: 108kphUpside: Excellent control, comfort,Looks Precise brakingDownside: Acceleration is bit lowPricing: Rs. 55,500 (ex-showroom Delhi)Why buy: Yamaha's Gladiator SS attempts to make sport bikes more accessible. The new Gladiator SS has been given a great facelift coupled with designer colors and a pair of alloy wheels. Gladiator SS owns a 5-speed gear box with the great pick up – thus making it perfect for both the highway and city riding conditions. The bike sports a cool engine guard which comes only in the high end bikes. Other prominent features include: aluminium handlebar ends, new T-clamp, aluminium retractable footpegs and a self lubricating o-chain. The petrol tank of Gladiator SS has macho looks and beefy shrouds that sports company logo and racing stripes.Bajaj Discover 125 STEngine: 4 Valve Twin Spark Air CooledEngine Displacement: 124.6ccMax.Net Power: 13 PS @ 9000 rpmMax.net Torque: 1.1 kgm @ 7000 rpmIgnition System: Digital CDIStarting: Self + kick startTransmission: 5 Speed Constant meshFrame: Semi Double cradleFront Suspension: Telescopic Fork with Anti-friction DU BushRear Suspension: Nitrox Monoshock with gas canisterFuel Tank: 10 LKerb Weight: 124.5 kgMax Speed: 105 kmphMileage: 65 kmplUpside: styling, engine and comfortDownside: Lack of a digital tachometer and tubeless tyresPricing: Rs 55,740 (Delhi)Why buy: The biggest plus point of D125 ST is its fascinating looks. A uniquely styled front fascia, edgy turn-indicators, burly fuel tank, spider alloy wheels, alluring body graphics, silver-and-black exhaust and the silver central panel, and an attractive mudguard makes it different from similar other models in this category. The Discover 125ST looks exactly as it should, modern, edgy and smart, while still being a Discover at heart. The engine of the bike employs an air-cooled, 124.6cc, 4-valve, twin-spark engine which is quite similar to that of the Discover 125 DTSi. The 125 ST is the first Discover to use a four-valve head. It delivers a peak power at a 12.82bhp at 9000rpm, giving maximum torque of 10.78Nm at 7000rpm, thus making it capable to rival some of the 150cc rides in the country. On the other hand it is a daily commuter bike as well. The riding position is upright, and seat plush and wide. Overall, it has got everything that a bike lover can ask for: good features, styling and affordable pricing. Honda CBF StunnerEngine Type: 4-stroke, Air cooled, OHC Single CylinderDisplacement (cc): 124.7Max. Power (BHP): 11Max. Torque (Nm): 11Starting: Kick/ElectricAcceleration (0-60 kmph): 5.2 sec Upside: styling, comfort, qualityDownside: Lack of top-endMileage (in Indian Mode): 55-60 (Kmpl)Pricing: Rs 51,452 to Rs 65,845 in DelhiWhy buy: The Honda engine works reliably and offers great economy. Stunner's refined engine and sporty looks make it ideas to zap the town. The bike offers “premium” good looks of a “mini Karizma”, at a price point lower than the reigning 150 cc bikes along with the fuel efficiency and performance of a 125 cc engine. Suzuki SlingShot DrumEngine: 124cc, SOHCDisplacement: 124ccMaximum Power: 8.5 BHP @ 7500 rpmMaximum Torque: 10 Nm @ 3500 rpmGears: 5 SpeedWeight: 127.00 kgFuel Tank: 12.00 ltrsAcceleration (0-60 kmph): 8.1 (Sec)Mileage (in Indian Mode): 58 (Kmpl)Upside: ride quality, driveability, exhaust note on high revs, quality and comfortDownside: Lacks low-end gruntPricing: Suzuki SlingShot Drum, Alloy – Rs 45,911 and Suzuki Slingshot Drum, Spoke – Rs 43,945 (Delhi)Why buy: At first glance the Slingshot looks quite masculine. The bike features a newly designed sturdy upswept frame construct with a longer swing arm coupled with a preload adjustable rear suspension and a race inspired light weight alloy, sharp edgy head lamps, and an all new front fender design. It is suitable for Indian conditions since it is comfortable on city roads and offers comfortable posture for continuous long rides.Hero IgnitorEngine: 4 Stroke single cylinder OHCDisplacement: 124.7ccMaximum Power: 11 Bhp @ 8000 rpmMaximum Torque: 11 Nm @ 5000 rpmGears: 5 SpeedCooling Type: Air CoolingWeight: 129.00 kgWheel Type: Alloy WheelsStriking trapezoidal headlightDigital-Analog Combo Meter ConsoleGearbox 5-speed, 1-down, 4-upPricing: Rs 55,900 – Rs 57,900 (Delhi)Why buy: The Ignitor is based on the Stunner's lines and comes with the power of new generation 125 cc ATFT engine which offers a peak power output of 11PS at 8000rpm. It is stylish bike that offers features like digital-analog combo meter console, split seat, front cowl, trapezoidal headlight, tail light, adjustable rear shock-absorbers, body-coloured rear grip and dual tone rear view mirrors. The Ignitor comes with racy graphics on its tank and side panels, along with a sporty stepped seat. The motorcycle is positioned as a performance bike which combines sturdiness and contemporary styling appealing to the youth.