Best Low Maintenance Bike Models

The TVS Raider is a premium commuter motorcycle that offers a lot of good features, and a comfortable ride. The TVS Raider is powered by a 124.8cc, single-cylinder, air and oil-cooled engine that produces 11.2bhp and 11.2 Nm of torque, which has no problem keeping the bike stable even at highway speeds. The Raider 125 is equipped with LED headlights, LED taillights, and a fully digital instrument cluster with an inbuilt ride mode selector (eco and power), Bluetooth connectivity and fuel economy indicator.

The Hero HF Deluxe offers one of the best mileage amongst all bikes from Hero MotoCorp. The HF Deluxe has been designed to be comfortable and provide the best possible efficiency. With that in mind, hero has equipped the Deluxe with a 100cc, fuel-injected engine with an i3S idle-start stop system (on the top term) to help save fuel. The bikes have been designed to keep the cost of spare parts and replacement low. This leads to the running cost and maintenance cost of the Hero Deluxe also remaining low, making it a great option for a commuter.

The Hero Splendor has been on sale in the market for decades now and is Hero's most successful model. One of the biggest selling points of the Splendor is its extremely low price tag of just Rs 74,491 ex-showroom, making it a very affordable option. The Splendor Plus is powered by a 97.2cc air-cooled engine that produces 7.91bhp and 8.05Nm of torque and a top speed of 93km/h. The Splendor claims a mileage of 65km/l making it an amazing affordable commuter to run.

The TVS Star City Plus is one of the nicer commuters on this list, with features like a front disc brake, which puts it ahead of the competition. The Star City is equipped with an LED headlight which is a first in the segment. Priced at 74,990 ex-showroom, and powered by a 109cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine, the Star City give a strong 68km/l, making it a great commute bike option.

The Bajaj Pulsar is one of the best commuter bikes on the market. The Pulsar 125 is powered by a single-cylinder engine that produces 11.8bhp and 11Nm of torque and is equipped with a front disc brake. The Pulsar is designed to have a more sportier look than other competitors, along the low maintenance cost, makes the Pulsar 125 an impressive bike in its segment.

The Hero Xtreme 125R is a sporty commuter bike that offers very good mileage. Powered by a 124.7cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces 11.5bhp and 10.5Nm of torque. The front of the Xtreme gets 37mm telescopic forks and a mono-shock in the rear, adding to the comfort of the ride. The 125R comes with a full LED lighting system and Bluetooth connectivity for call and text alerts. The TVS Raider is a great bike that offers a balance of affordability, performance and comfort, making it a popular choice amongst buys.

The Hero Passion is a basic bike that offers great mileage and comfort in city commuting. Powered by a 97.2cc engine, the Passion Plus gets an average of 75km/l. The Passion offers reliability and affordability making it a great choice for a daily commuter, especially in urban areas where maneuverability and fuel economy are important.

When it comes to low maintenance costs, you can't get any better than electric vehicles. The Revolt RV 400 is priced at Rs1.18 lakhs which puts it on the more expensive side of this list, however being electric, the maintenance costs are much lower than petrol vehicles. The RV 400 is sold with a 6-year battery warranty, a 2-year warranty on the charger and a 5-year warranty on the motorcycle itself. The battery that powers the RV 400 has a capacity of 3.24kWh. The RV 400 produces 4.03bhp and 170Nm of torque and has a max range of 100-150 km on a single charge.

The Oben Rorr is an electric bike, which, unlike petrol motorcycles, has a lot fewer moving parts and requires a lot less maintenance. The Rorr does not require oil changes, filter replacement or spark plug tune-ups, which helps keep maintenance costs down. The Oben is sold with a 3-year or 50,000(whichever comes first) warranty on the motor and the battery, adding to the overall appeal of the bike.