Bajaj V12

Name: Bajaj V12
Brand: Bajaj
SKU: 1020
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.3 (55 reviews)

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Key specs

124.5 cc
55 kmpl
65 kmpl
5 Speed Manual

Last known Avg. Ex-showroom price

₹ 60,296

Bajaj V12 is now discontinued in India.

Discontinued

Bajaj V12 Summary

V12 key highlights
Engine Capacity	124.5 cc
Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions.	65 kmpl
Transmission	5 Speed Manual
Kerb Weight	133 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	13 litres
Seat Height	780 mm

About V12

The Bajaj V12 is a scaled down version of the company's popular premium commuter – the V15. While it carries over most of styling cues, at the heart of the V12 is a 125cc engine which makes it a rival to the Hero Glamour, Honda CB Shine, Yamaha Saluto, TVS Phoenix and the Suzuki Slingshot+.

The Bajaj V12 gets a neo-retro look thanks to the muscular fuel tank, trendy removable rear cowl and the chrome-rimmed headlamp, all borrowed from the V15. However, a few bits like the alloy wheels and the instrument cluster have been revised to cut cost. It rides on tubed tyres in place of tubeless ones on the V15, while the aluminium finish on a few componensts have been replaced with a gloss black finish.

Powering the V12 is a 125cc single-cylinder engine, delivering 10.5bhp and 11Nm of torque. Unlike its rivals in the price range, the V12 gets a five-speed gearbox. However, a front disc brake is an option now. The engine has been tuned to offer ample torque in the low-end and mid-range. Efficiency is also a priority considering the target audience. The V12 is offered in four paint schemes – blue, red, black and white. The V12 is priced at Rs 58,300 for the drum brake version and Rs 61,000 for the disc brake version (all prices ex-showroom, Delhi).

Bajaj V12 Review

The Bajaj V12 has an interesting recipe - the eye-catchy and successful styling of the V15 combined with a smaller and efficient 125cc mill at its heart.

What is it?

Why would I buy the Bajaj V12 Disc?

The Bajaj V12 Disc stands out in a crowd full of conservatively designed and stereotypical commuter motorcycles. Plus, the disc brake is an added bonus.

Why would I avoid the Bajaj V12 Disc?

Unconventional riding triangle and a stiff suspension setup. The Bajaj V12 Disc doesn’t have many features or technologies that it can boast of.

The Bajaj V12 has an interesting recipe - the eye-catchy and successful styling of the V15 combined with a smaller and efficient 125cc mill at its heart. While the Discover 125 is targeted at an audience looking for a conservative motorcycle, the V12 is aimed at someone looking for exclusivity and style. However, since it was launched in January, the Bajaj V12 has failed to match the numbers generated by its rival, or its elder sibling for that matter. With the aim of catering to a wider range of audience, Bajaj launched a new disc brake variant of the V12 a couple of months ago.

I wouldn’t go as far as calling it attractive, but the fact that the V12 is a conspicuous motorcycle is undeniable. Be it the well-publicised connection with INS Vikrant or the unconventional styling, the V12 grabs eyeballs everywhere it goes. This is a feat that a Discover, Honda CB Shine or the Hero Glamour can hardly pull off.

How is it to ride?

The first thing that caught my attention while riding the Bajaj V12 Disc is the refinement. Bajaj engines are generally associated with vibrations, but the V12 is quite the opposite. It is only when you touch 70kmph in the fifth gear that a slight buzz creeps through the handlebar, footpegs and the tank. But this would be normal in any small capacity commuter bike.

At the heart of the Bajaj V12 Disc is a 124cc single-cylinder engine, which delivers 10.5bhp and 11nm of torque, most of which is concentrated in the low and mid-range. The flat torque spread is something you instantly notice when you are riding it - just the thing for the city. While we have to come to expect a burst of torque from small-capacity commuter bikes as you get off from a standstill (which makes them fun wheelie machines), the V12 Disc is relatively undramatic. The first three gear ratios are closely packed while the fourth and fifth are tall. The V12 effortlessly chugs through city traffic in any gear; it is even possible to do as little as 25kmph in the fifth gear. Mind you, the V12 is no fire-breather, but rev the engine generously and you can extract decent city speeds out of it.

The suspension on the Bajaj V12 has been set up for a stiff ride, which is quite unexpected in a commuter motorcycle. While it does iron out the bumps and potholes at higher speeds, the low speed ride quality feels compromised. Nevertheless, this helps make the V12 feel planted through corners. The beefy tyres might give the V12 a hefty appearance, but they also affect the agility. The V12 feels nowhere as nimble in the traffic as a CB Shine or Glamour, and a part of the blame goes to these tyres and the long wheelbase.

The front disc brake is the biggest talking point of this motorcycle. The callipers bite well and there is enough stopping power. However, the setup lacks the progression that you would usually expect in a Bajaj bike. Nevertheless, the setup is good enough for the kind of speeds that the V12 is capable of. And besides, this is trend observed in all motorcycles across this segment.

Anything else I should know?

At first glance, the V12 might look identical to the V15, but there are a few points of distinction. The front fender is black instead of being body-coloured, the tail lamp misses out on the chrome surround; it gets a different set of alloy wheels and skinnier tubed tyres. The instrument cluster gets an analogue fuel gauge and the components like the rear foot peg hangers are finished in glossy black instead of the aluminium finish in V15. It does, however, retain the trendy cowl for the rear seat which transforms the bike into a single-seater. This cowl, along with the sculpted fuel tank and chrome-rimmed headlamp, give the V12 a neo-retro look.

As with the Bajaj V15, the V12 Disc gets a low seat, neutral-set footpegs and a raised handlebar which make for an unusual seating position. This along with the cushy seat make it comfortable for small runs. However, spend an appreciable period of time and you might end up with a sore back, which is down to the unnaturally long reach to the handlebar.

The V12 Disc is a barebones motorcycle. While the competition has upped the game and started offering technology like digital displays, i3S and combi brakes, there isn’t any equipment that the V12 Disc can boast of.

Should I buy one?

On paper, the Bajaj V12 Disc offers the best of both worlds – looks of the V15 and a smaller and efficient 124cc powertrain. However, there are a few chinks in the armour. The seating, for one, isn’t very comfortable on long rides and the suspension could do with better damping. It also needs a few creature comforts like a digital display, trip meter(s) and tubeless tyres which are now a norm in this segment.

Nevertheless, there are some things it does well – the front brake is markedly better than a drum setup, the styling is conspicuous and the engine is surprisingly refined. So if you need a flamboyant, hassle-free and efficient motorcycle for short runs, the V12 Disc fits the bill.

Where does it fit in?

The Bajaj V12 is priced at Rs 59,552. It shares the lower rung of the motorcycle food chain with well-established 125cc commuter bikes like the Hero Glamour i3S Disc, Honda CB Shine CBS and the CB Shine SP Disc, which are priced at Rs 60,860, Rs 61,726 and Rs 63,181 respectively. For a similar budget, you also have the Bajaj Pulsar 135LS, a bigger and sportier offering, priced at Rs 60,704. All the prices are ex-showroom.

Photography by Kapil Angane

Gear Check

1. Zeus ZS-811 Speedster helmet –

Lightweight and comfortable budget helmet with good noise isolation. It gets ECE 22.05 safety rating and Double D-ring mechanism, which means you can use it on race tracks too. Price - Rs 4,600.

2. Joe Rocket Alter Ego 3.0 jacket –

An extremely versatile all-weather jacket. In this guise, it is being used as a ventilated mesh jacket, though it ships with two more liners - waterproof and thermal. Price – Rs 20,000.

3. Ixon Moto HP gloves –

High quality full gauntlet leather gloves suited for city riding, touring and track use. Offers good ventilation and a high level of protection. Expensive though. Price - Rs 9,500.

4. AGV Sport Airtex pants –

Riding pants with mesh in the crotch, calf, back of legs and thigh areas which is a real boon in our hot weather. Price -Rs 6,500.

5. Sidi B2 boots –

All-round street and sportbike riding shoes also suitable for track days. Not ventilated, which can make it uncomfortable for everyday use. Price - Rs 17,000.

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Bajaj V12 mileage

As reported by V12 owners, the real mileage of Bajaj V12 is 55 kmpl. As per ARAI, the average of V12 is 65 kmpl.

V12 mileage details

V12 Specifications & Features

Specifications

Power & Performance

Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 124.5 cc

Max Power 10.6 bhp @ 7,500 rpm

Max Torque 10.98 Nm @ 5,500 rpm

Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. --

Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 2

Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. --

Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. 65 kmpl

Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. 55 kmpl

Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. 715 Km

Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. --

Transmission 5 Speed Manual

Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Chain Drive

Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern --

Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 1

Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. --

Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. --

Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 1 Per Cylinder

Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Air Cooled

Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. --

Fuel Delivery System --

Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 13 litres

Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 1.7 litres

Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. --

Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

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Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Telescopic Fork

Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Twin Shocks

Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. --

Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. --

Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 2.75-18

Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 100/90-16

Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 240 mm

Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Drum

Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 130 mm

Calliper Type --

Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Alloy

Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 18 inch

Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubed

Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. No

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

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Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 133 kg

Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 780 mm

Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 165 mm

Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 785 mm

Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,066 mm

Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,315 mm

Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,040 mm

Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Double Cradle

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Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty --

Standard Warranty --

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. --

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Analogue

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)--

Shift LightNo

Headlight Type--

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. No

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. --

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. No

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. --

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. --

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate. No

Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge. Yes

Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display. No

Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger. 4Ah VRLA

Front storage box --

Under seat storage --

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. --

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. --

Brake/Tail Light--

Turn Signal--

Pass LightYes

GPS & Navigation--

USB charging port--

Start TypeElectric Start

KillswitchNo

Stepped SeatNo

Pillion BackrestNo

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Additional features--

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Bajaj V12 User Reviews

4.3 215 ratings 55 reviews

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Visual Appeal
4
Reliability
4
Comfort
3
Service Experience
3
Value for Money
5
Performance

5Bajaj V12 Review. 1 month ago by Amaran, Hyderabad
A good bike, light in weight, good power125cc, DLR, 45 to 50 km/l, with fuel level indicator and gear and neutral position indicator. Ideal for college students and office-going and factory workers. Easy maintenance, ride comfort with broad seat. No problem experienced
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5Unique & limited edition one of a kind bike. You will fall in lov 2 years ago by Pankaj Kapoor, Bhopal
It's a mini bullet. It sounds very very good, you can feel it's beats when you ride, like bullet. Actually, I was planning for bullet but finally ended up with v12, which was a perfect decision for me. That's why I have started the review with this comparison. The bike
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- Got mileage of
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4Vikrant 12 2 years ago by Devendra, Bhuj
I have a bajaj v12 bike from january 2018.Superb bike for city rides and long tour's.First thing , it is not sport bike u can say it bullet. Best sound heavy bike, speed. When you will run it feels like awesome.I love my bike. Average is also very good service charges v
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5Its just love!!!! 3 years ago by Harish Ahire, Nandurbar
If you are looking for a bike which is compatible for every ride...Then this is the one... Ride it on highway... City...Or off road. It'll stand aggressively.. Looks are damn good as it has great torque in 125cc segment. Mileage is about 52-55 kmpl in city and on highwa
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- Got mileage of
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5Feel the bajaj v12 3 years ago by Vaibhav Mishra, Varanasi
The bike very good in every aspects. Their is no problem at all. Good mileage, performance, grip, weight etc. Fulfill every criteria for a customer. The engine sounds and the exhaust sound is much more like ( bullet )royal enfield. You have to do servicing timely for go
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1Don't by v12 &v15 3 years ago by Dany Krishan, Ahmedabad
I recommend to do not by v12 and v15. I have faced issues of engine,chain chakkar, self start etc. Common problems like oil leakage from engine,chain sound,engine vibration and sound, jerk from engine is found in all vikrant bikes. I self experienced at service center.I
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Bajaj V12 News

Bajaj V12 temporarily discontinued
03 July 2018
Neil Nair

Dealer dispatches halted as the bike has been pulled off the market temporarily.
Bajaj V12 Disc ride photo gallery
18 August 2017
Ranjan R. Bhat

The V12 Disc is the latest addition to Bajaj’s V range of premium commuter bikes. Positioned between the Discover 125 and the V15, the V12 Disc is aimed at customers looking for a distinctive, and fuel-efficient commuter motorcycle. Here is a photo gallery of the Bajaj V12 Disc -
Bajaj V12 launched with front disc brake at Rs 64,372
10 May 2017
Nikhil Puthran

Bajaj V12, a more affordable twin of the V15 has now been introduced with a front disc brake. The new disc brake version is priced at Rs 64,372 (ex-showroom, Mumbai), while the regular drum version comes for Rs 61,134. Apart from the addition of a new front disc brake, the vehicle does not get any other cosmetic or mechanical changes.