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2012Bajaj Platina 100
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The 2012 Bajaj Platina 100 is a simple, frugal commuter bike made in India. Its air-cooled 99.3cc single makes 8.2 hp and 8.1 Nm through a four-speed gearbox and chain. An 807 mm seat, 113 kg wet weight and 13-litre tank make it cheap to run.
- Capacity
- 99.3 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 102.0 kg
- Seat height
- 807 mm
- Power
- 8.2 HP (6.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Bajaj Platina 100
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8.2 HP (6.0 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 8.2 HP (6.0 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built purely for economical, low-speed daily commuting through congested city streets, not for sport riding or long-distance travel.
- Built for
- It has a humble, no-nonsense commuter character focused on fuel efficiency, reliability, and effortless around-town usability.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for riders seeking highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, or any kind of off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 99.3 ccm
- Power
- 8.2 HP (6.0 kW)
- Torque
- 8.1 Nm (0.8 kgf-m) @ 4500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0804 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 47.0 x 58.8 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital CDI and TRICS III
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1275 mm
- Overall length
- 1990 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1090 mm
- Seat height
- 807 mm
- Dry weight
- 102.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 113.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 200 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic, Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic, SNS Type
- Front wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front brakes diameter
- 130 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 2.75-17
- Rear tyre
- 3.00-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 | 2018 | 2022 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc | 100 cc |
| Dry weight | 102 kg | 102 kg | 102 kg | 102 kg | 102 kg | 102 kg |
| Seat height | 807 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 11 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Bajaj Platina 100?
The 2012 Bajaj Platina 100 has a Capacity of 99.3 ccm (6.06 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bajaj Platina 100 have?
The 2012 Bajaj Platina 100 has a Power of 8.2 HP (6.0 kW).
How many gears does the Bajaj Platina 100 have?
The 2012 Bajaj Platina 100 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Bajaj Platina 100?
The 2012 Bajaj Platina 100 has a Torque of 8.1 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 6.0 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM.
How much does the Bajaj Platina 100 weigh?
The 2012 Bajaj Platina 100 has a Dry weight of 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds).
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