5 Best Commuter Bikes Priced Under 44,000

BANGALORE: With the slowdown in sales figure, it has been quite a challenge that the automotive industry is facing. However, there is one part of it that is doing well and that is the motorcycle segment. Most of the bike manufacturers’ concentration with regards to sales has been the 100-110cc commuter bike segment, thanks to the awareness of the companies on mileage over power. So if you’re looking for a bike that is affordable, offer best mileage economy and don't cost a bomb, here is a list of  top 5 commuter bikes on sale in India, as reported by Sagar Basandani of Rediff.

TVS Sport

The TVS Star Sport, as the name suggests is a sportier version of the TVS Star City. The bike remains the same in terms of its build quality and even the engine, but has a lower output ratio due to it being based on the older Star City.

The TVS Star Sport, when compared to its predecessor gets sportier body graphics as well as a racier front doom in terms of the sportiness. The bike is made available in two variants-electric start and kick start while the color options include black-blue, black-red, red and black-green. Standard features include an instrument cluster and drum brakes for both front and rear.

The TVS Star Sport is powered by a 109cc single cylinder petrol engine that produces 7bhp and 7.5Nm of torque. The engine has been mated to a four-speed sequential gearbox which outputs power to the rear wheel via a chain drive. The company claims a mileage of 87.7kmpl and the bike is priced between 39,520 to 42,470 (Ex-showroom, Delhi).

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