Bajaj Discover 100 M
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| Bajaj Discover 100 M | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2014 |
| Engine | Four stroke, single cylinder, 4-valve, Twin Spark DTS-i |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 95 km/h / 59 mph |
| Torque | 9.0 Nm / 0.92 kgf-m / 6.65 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Spark Plug | 2 plugs |
| Battery | 12V, 5Ah, low maintenance |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Frame | Single down tube |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Nitrox suspension |
| Brakes | Front: Disc, petal, 200 mm Rear: Drum, 110 mm |
| Front Tire | 2.75 x 17 41P, tubed |
| Rear Tire | 3.00 x 17 50P, tubed |
| Wheelbase | 1255 mm / 49.4 in |
| Seat Height | 800 mm / 31.5 in |
| Weight | 114 kg / 251 lbs (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 9.5 L / 2.5 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
It could reach a top speed of 95 km/h / 59 mph.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Four stroke, single cylinder, 4-valve, Twin Spark DTS-i. The engine featured a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.75 x 17 41P, tubed front tire and a 3.00 x 17 50P, tubed rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Disc, petal, 200 mm in the front and a Drum, 110 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Nitrox suspension. The Discover 100 M was fitted with a 9.5 L / 2.5 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1255 mm / 49.4 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Bajaj Discover 100M
The Discover 100T (a slightly sportier version) was shown earlier this year, and it is now followed by the 100M. This will also mean the first Discover 100 will be laid to rest, because between the other two variants, Bajaj seems to have covered the high and low ends of the segment.
Bajaj has modified the chassis a bit and made it shorter. Wheelbase is 50mm less than the 100Ts, although you sit a bit higher. In doing all this, the size and shape of all the body panels, seat and headlamp have changed, although the overall design thanks to the decals looks typically Discover-like.
As expected, power and torque have been dumbed down a bit so you can squeeze out those extra few kilometres for every litre of fuel. Electric start and alloy wheels are standard fitment. The two variants on offer are differentiated based on whether you tick the disc brake option for the front wheel. Considering our errant traffic and road conditions, a disc brake seems to be hygiene by now, however small the bikes engine capacity.
Thumb the starter and the bike quickly settles into the familiar coarse idling speed. The clutch is sharp enough for a quick start but engine torque kicks in a bit lazily. Gearshifts are smooth and they follow the classic commuter all-up format. Mind you, the Discover 100M gets a four-speed gearbox, compared to the five-speeder on the 100T version.
On the move, the bike surprises with its nimbleness. Its light and chuckable around corners, and happy to stick to its line. Suspension is on the softer side, and combined with that well-cushioned seat, it should make long rides less stressful.
| Make Model | Bajaj Discover 100M |
|---|---|
| Year | 2014 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, single cylinder, 4-valve, Twin Spark DTS-i |
| Displacement | 102 cc / 6.22 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 47 x 54 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Exhaust | Single pipe |
| Induction | Carburetor |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Spark Plug | 2 plugs |
| Battery | 12V, 5Ah, low maintenance |
| Starting | Electric & kick start |
| Max Power | 6.9 kW / 9.3 hp @ 8000 rpm |
| Torque | 9.0 Nm / 0.92 kgf-m / 6.65 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Single down tube |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Front Wheel Travel | 130 mm / 5.1 in |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox suspension |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 110 mm / 4.3 in |
| Front Brakes | Disc, petal, 200 mm |
| Rear Brakes | Drum, 110 mm |
| Wheels | Alloy, multi-spoke |
| Front Rim | 1.4 x 17 |
| Rear Rim | 1.6 x 17 |
| Front Tire | 2.75 x 17 41P, tubed |
| Rear Tire | 3.00 x 17 50P, tubed |
| Dimensions | Length: 1986 mm / 78.2 in Width: 678 mm / 26.7 in Height: 1044 mm / 41.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 1255 mm / 49.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm / 6.45 in |
| Seat Height | 800 mm / 31.5 in |
| Wet Weight | 114 kg / 251 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 9.5 L / 2.5 US gal |
| Reserve | 1.6 L / 0.42 US gal |
| Average Consumption (claimed) | 1.43 L/100 km / 70 km/l / 165 US mpg |
| Top Speed | 95 km/h / 59 mph |
| Colours | Midnight black & blue, Midnight black & olive, Midnight black & red, Flame red, Brilliant blue |
| Review | Top Gear |