If you are looking for an affordable, reliable and high mileage bike for daily commuting to office, college or within the city, then Bajaj Platina 100 and TVS Sport emerge as the most popular options for you. Both the bikes are known for low cost, easy maintenance and excellent fuel efficiency. This is why most budget-conscious buyers get confused between these two.

How much is the difference in price?

• Talking about the price, the starting ex-showroom price of TVS Sport is around Rs 55,500, which makes it one of the most affordable bikes in this segment. Whereas the price of Bajaj Platina 100 is around Rs 65,407 (ex-showroom). That means there is a difference of about Rs 10,000 between the two. If your budget is tight, TVS Sport is easy on the pocket.

Who is ahead in engine and performance?

• Bajaj Platina 100 has a 102cc single-cylinder engine, which generates power of 8.08 bhp and torque of 8.3 Nm. On the other hand, TVS Sport has a 109.7cc engine, which gives power of 8.19 PS and torque of 8.7 Nm. Due to more torque, TVS Sport gives better response in city traffic and feels easy to drive in stop-go traffic.

Mathematics of mileage and daily expenses

• Mileage is the biggest factor in daily running. The claimed mileage of TVS Sport is 70 to 80 kmpl, while Bajaj Platina 100 gives a mileage of around 70 to 75 kmpl. Light weight and better fuel efficiency make the TVS Sport more practical for daily long distances.

What is the difference between features and comfort?

• TVS Sport has a digital instrument cluster, LED headlight option and modern graphics, which give it a slightly more updated look. The spring-on-spring suspension and comfortable seat of Bajaj Platina 100 reduces fatigue during long rides.

If you want to buy a reliable and mileage efficient bike in a low budget, then this news can be useful for you. Actually, TVS Star City Plus is currently considered to be the cheapest disc brake bike in India. Its ex-showroom price is around Rs 75,200, which easily fits in the budget of common people. This bike is a much better option for daily office going, market work or short journeys.

TVS Star City Plus Engine

Actually, this bike has a 109.7cc air-cooled engine, which is made as per BS6 norms. This engine gives good power and runs smoothly on city roads. The 4-speed gear makes the bike easy to ride, especially for new riders. Its top speed is around 90 kilometers per hour, which is enough for daily use.

Mileage and range of TVS Star City Plus

The biggest advantage of TVS Star City Plus is its mileage. According to the company, this bike gives a mileage of approximately 83 kmpl. Even on real road, it runs comfortably at 70 to 75 kmpl. It has a fuel tank of 10 liters, which can travel up to 800 kilometers on a full tank. This feature makes it very economical.

How are the features and safety of the bike?

The top model of TVS Star City Plus has a front disc brake, which gives better control when braking. Along with this, synchronized braking system is also available, which increases safety. The LED headlight, digital and analog meters, and comfortable seat make it great for daily use.

If your budget is around 80 thousand and you want high mileage, low expense and reliable bike, then TVS Star City Plus can be a great option. It gives direct competition to bikes like Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine.

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