Best Low Maintenance Bike Models

The Hero Splendor Plus is a perfect commuter that has a decent blend of style. The Splendor Plus carries a name that has been tried and tested in India for a long time, and the higher end variant comes with alloy wheels and an electric starter. The Hero Splendor Plus is powered by a 97cc, single-cylinder air-cooled engine that makes 8.2bhp and 8Nm of torque with the help of a 4-speed gearbox. Also, Hero MotoCorp claims a mileage of 81km/l, which makes it one of the most fuel efficient motorcycles in the Indian market today.

The Honda CD 110 is the entry-level offering from the company and it also the most affordable Honda commuter motorcycle. The overall design of the bike is simple and it also gets alloy wheels. The motorcycle is very easy to maintain as it is powered by a 109cc engine that produces 8.31bhp and 9.09Nm of torque. With a claimed mileage of 74km/l, maintaining the bike is light on the pocket.

The Bajaj Platina is an entry-level commuter bike which sits above the CT100. The overall design of the Platina is simple and minimalistic and the updated model also gets LED DRLs on the front cowl. The Bajaj Platina is powered by a 102cc engine producing 7.7bhp and 8.34Nm of torque. With an ARAI certified mileage of 90kpl, the Platina is a commuter with the least maintenance.

When we look at commuters, the TVS Star City Plus comes to mind under the high-end ones. It has more features than most other vehicles in this segment, one being LED headlights. The Star City Plus is the first motorcycle in this segment to come with this. With the price coming in at Rs 63,338, TVS caters to a wider target audience and in turn, gets a more successful bike. Its success also comes tied to the fact that due to its high mileage and very-able engine, the customers don't have to spend a lot of money on the bike. The 109cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine in the TVS Star City Plus produces 8.07bhp and 8.7Nm of torque linked to a 4-speed gearbox and gives a strong 68km/l.

The Hero HF Deluxe gives the best mileage amongst the other motorcycles from the Hero segment. Hero took comfort and efficiency into consideration while manufacturing this motorcycle. It comes with a wider and elongated seat and an i3S system which boosts fuel efficiency and reduces the cost of ownership. The body of the motorcycle has been kept very simple, not giving extra attention to design and details. As the bike is priced at a relatively low cost, the spare parts, if required will also not come at a high cost. This means service costs, replacement costs, or any other expenses will be minimal. The Hero HF Deluxe is powered by a 4-speed, 100cc air-cooled engine and can make 7.91bhp and 8.05Nm of peak torque with a strong mileage of 70km/l.

The Bajaj CT110X is the more powerful sibling of the original CT100. The motorcycle has a very strong build and is made to be used in almost any terrain, making it a very practical motorcycle. The motorcycle starts at a mere Rs. 67,450. The Bajaj comes with quite a few features which make the motorcycle better and more convenient for everyday use. With stronger crash guards, additional storage space to hold oversized items, and a belly pan to protect the engine, along with others. The 4-speed Bajaj CT110X is powered by a 115cc engine producing a decent 8.41bhp and 9.81Nm of peak torque giving the rider a mileage of 60km from a single litre.

The Hero Passion Pro is one of the best-selling Hero motorcycles and gets its styling from Hero’s Splendor iSmart 110. Considering the Passion Pro is a high-selling motorcycle, the price has to gel with the target audience and is at Rs 74,328. The Passion Pro comes with a similar engine as the previous models, a 113.2cc engine that’s air-cooled which delivers 9.02bhp and 9.79Nm of torque mated to a 4-speed gearbox. The only difference is a slight drop in power and an increase in mileage. The motorcycle has a fuel economy of 60km/l. With such strong fuel efficiency, the bike doesn’t have to be refuelled that often, saving quite a lot of money.

The Hero Glamour is the first bike in its class to have a 5-speed gearbox and fuel injection. It features a 123.94cc engine that can put out 10.7bhp and 10.6Nm of torque. The bike comes together to give a mileage of 60km/l. The Glamour features eSP, Honda’s Enhanced Smart Power, which increases performance and fuel efficiency by reducing friction. Along with this, it has a bunch of other features such as silent start, side-stand engine cut-off, 5-step adjustable suspension, a seal chain with more.

Coming to maintenance costs and trying to bring them down, an electric vehicle would have never crossed our minds in the past. Now, with the growth and demand for EVs, practicality and efficiency has to be taken into consideration while producing them. The Revolt RV 400 is one of the first electric motorcycles to fall under the low-maintenance categories. Normally, the range is the biggest problem with electric vehicles, but the Revolt does justice to that having over 100km of riding distance on a single charge - making it ideal for day-to-day commuting or even from work and back. Electric vehicles cut huge costs with vehicle maintenance as the price of petrol is sky-high compared to electricity. Starting at Rs. 1.24 Lakh, the Revolt RV400 is priced on the higher side of the low-maintenance motorcycles but is one of the most cost-efficient motorcycles to run. The Revolt RV 400 comes with a 6-year battery warranty, a 2-year charger warranty and a 5-year warranty on the motorcycle. The battery is 3.24kWh which can power the motorcycle for about 100-150km with a total charging time of 4.5 hours. The electric motor can put out 4.02bhp and 170Nm of peak torque.