Bajaj Discover 125 DTS-i - Specifications & Review

Discover 125 DTS-i

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Articleid991451
CategorySport
MakeBajaj
ModelDiscover 125 DTS-i
Year2012

Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels

FrontbrakesSingle disc. Optional 130 mm drum
Frontbrakesdiameter200 mm (7.9 inches)
FrontsuspensionTelescopic fork
Fronttyre2.75-17
Frontwheeltravel130 mm (5.1 inches)
RearbrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rearbrakesdiameter130 mm (5.1 inches)
RearsuspensionNitrox gas filled
Reartyre3.00-17
Rearwheeltravel110 mm (4.3 inches)
WheelsAluminium Alloy Die Cast, 5 spoke black

Engine & Transmission

ClutchWet, Multi-plate
CoolingsystemAir
Displacement124.60 ccm (7.60 cubic inches)
EnginedetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
EnginetypeTwin spark
FuelsystemInjection
Gearbox5-speed
Power11.00 HP (8.0 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Topspeed100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Torque10.80 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 8.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
TransmissiontypefinaldriveChain

Other Specifications

ColoroptionsGolden/green, red/violet, red/black, black/blue.
CommentsSold in India.
ElectricalMaintenance-Free, 12 V 5 Ah battery
LightHeadlamp 35 / 35 W
StarterElectric & kick

Physical Measures & Capacities

Fuelcapacity8.00 litres (2.11 gallons)
Groundclearance165 mm (6.5 inches)
Reservefuelcapacity2.30 litres (0.61 gallons)
Weightincloilgasetc118.5 kg (261.2 pounds)

About Bajaj

Country of Origin: India
Founder: Jamnalal Bajaj (Bajaj Group); motorcycle era led by Bajaj Auto Ltd.
Best Known For: High-volume commuters, Pulsar sport line, and strong export footprint

Company History

Bajaj Auto grew from a post-independence scooter powerhouse into one of the world’s largest motorcycle producers, shaping mobility across South Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Early success came via licensed scooters that put families on wheels; later, the shift to motorcycles brought commuter singles known for low running costs and durability. The Pulsar line, launched in the 2000s, reframed Bajaj as a performance/value brand for young riders—muscular styling, torquey DTS-i engines, and features that punched above price. Strategic partnerships, most notably with KTM, infused engineering depth and global component sourcing, while exports made Bajaj a familiar name in developing markets hungry for reliable transport and aspirational style. Continuous localization and frugal engineering kept costs competitive without sacrificing robustness; service networks and microfinance helped buyers step up from bicycles. Historically, Bajaj represents industrial scale applied to human need: millions of bikes that carry workers to jobs, kids to school, and goods to market. The company also professionalized the sport-commuter category in India, proving that affordable performance could be durable and widely supported. In the mosaic of global motorcycling, Bajaj is a cornerstone—practical, ambitious, and deeply influential.

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