BS6 Bajaj Avenger Cruiser 220 Launched – More Expensive, Less Power
BS6 Bajaj Avenger Cruiser 220 has been launched in India at Rs 1.16 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). This makes it around Rs 11,584 more expensive than its BS4 version. The bike’s updated model uses the BS6-compliant version of the 220cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled, twin-spark engine. The motor is now boosted with fuel injection technology along with the updated ECU and the additional catalytic converter. Read – Bajaj Avenger 700 In The Works?
The BS6 Avenger Cruiser 220 returns a claimed power of 18.7bhp at 8,500rpm and 17.5Nm of torque at 7,000rpm. Compared to its BS4 version, the BS6-compliant engine is slightly less powerful. The torque figure, however, remains unchanged. For performing transmission duties, the cruiser has a 5-speed gearbox.
No other changes have been made to the cruiser. The BS6 Bajaj Avenger 220 comes in two colour options – Moon White and Auburn Black. Upfront, the bike carries a tall windscreen and a halogen headlamp. Features such as LED DRLs, a large insignia, body graphics, fully digital display, telltale indicators, blacked engine, rubberized rear grab rail and black alloys are carried over from the BS4 model. Read – Bajaj Dominar 250 Price & Details
The suspension setup of the updated model include the same telescopic front forks with double anti-friction brush and five-step adjustable twin springs suspension unit at the rear. The braking duties are done by a 280mm disc and a 130mm drum brakes fitted at the front and rear axles respectively. The cruiser gets a single channel ABS (anti-lock braking system) as standard fitment.
