The CT 100 is Bajaj’s entry-level commuter motorcycle that is available in three variants. It is targeted at rural customers, who are looking for a hassle-free low-maintenance motorcycle with high fuel efficiency.
The CT100 is based on the same single-cradle frame as the Platina and is powered by the same 99.3cc single-cylinder engine that also does duty in the Platina. This engine is a BS6-compliant, fuel-injected unit which produces 7.7bhp and 8.34Nm of torque and comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. This engine has been developed with a focus on extracting maximum efficiency, and Bajaj has claimed an average of 89.5kmpl for this motorcycle. It comes with Bajaj’s ‘SNS’ suspension at the rear and telescopic forks at the front. The top-spec version comes with features like analogue instrument cluster now comes with a fuel gauge. It also gets rubber tank pads, crosstube on the handlebar, revised seat cushions, and a larger grab rail for added overall comfort. Moreover, it is also fitted with a longer mirror stem and clear-lens indicators.
The CT100 is available in three paint schemes - Ebony black (blue decals), Ebony black (red decals) and Flame Red. It competes with other relatively expensive 100cc commuter motorcycles like the TVS Star City Plus and the Hero HF Deluxe.