Bajaj Auto has officially brought to India a new chapter in commuter motorbikes with the Bajaj Freedom 125 2025 — the first mass-market motorcycle in the country to come with dual-fuel capability (CNG + petrol). This move could shake up the way daily riders think about fuel costs, emissions, and convenience.
What’s New in Bajaj Freedom 125 2025
The Freedom 125 2025 isn’t just another upgrade — it’s a shift. Alongside the traditional petrol option, it sports a PESO-certified CNG tank. The frame is strengthened using a trellis design to protect the cylinder. On higher trims, riders get a Bluetooth-enabled digital instrument cluster.
LED lighting, optional front disc brake, and modern styling complete the package.
Variants & Features You Should Know
There are three main trims on sale now:
- NG04 Drum (basic, economical)
- NG04 Drum LED (adds LED lighting)
- NG04 Disc LED (top trim, with disc brake + all LED + extras)
Among the features:
- Engine: 124.58 cc, delivering ~9.3–9.5 PS / ~9.7 Nm (varies by fuel mode)
- Fuel system: ~2 kg CNG tank + ~2 L petrol tank (petrol acts as backup)
- Mileage claims: ~100–126 km/kg on CNG, ~58 km/l on petrol
- Weight & ergonomics: Seat height ~825 mm, kerb weight ~149 kg
These specs make it a true middle‐ground commuter — not too heavy, but built tough for the extra hardware.
Price & Availability: What You’ll Really Pay
While early sources mentioned a sub-₹95,000 target, the on-road scenario is more nuanced. Across Indian cities, ex-showroom prices currently range between ₹90,976 and ₹1,10,976 depending on variant, state taxes, and dealer offers. In June 2025, Bajaj ran a promotional cut in some markets, pushing their base Drum version as low as ~₹85,976 — but that’s not a guaranteed long-term price.
If your city wasn’t in the first wave of the rollout (e.g. Maharashtra, Gujarat were early), expect waiting periods of 20–45+ days, depending on dealer stocks.
Real-World Riding & Efficiency
Riders testing the Freedom 125 report that the dual-fuel option is more than just a gimmick — it delivers tangible fuel cost saving, especially for those doing daily city commuting. CNG stations are still patchy in some parts of India, so have a fallback plan using petrol. The seat height and weight are comfortable for most riders, though shorter riders should test it in a showroom first.
Pros & Cons at a Glance
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Huge fuel savings with CNG + petrol backup | CNG infrastructure still limited in many cities |
| PESO-certified tank & trellis frame for safety | Slightly heavier than pure petrol bikes |
| Modern features (LED, Bluetooth cluster) | Waiting periods and variant availability vary by city |
| Novelty factor & future-oriented | Long term resale value still unknown |
Should You Buy It?
If your daily route falls in a CNG-accessible zone and you do high city mileage, the Bajaj Freedom 125 2025 is a compelling bet. The fuel cost savings could offset the premium over time. But if you live in areas without reliable CNG coverage, the dual-fuel benefit may not fully materialize — in which case you should compare it against pure petrol commuters like the Hero Splendor, TVS Raider, or Bajaj Pulsar N125.
Bottom line: Go test ride if it’s in your city. Check local CNG stations. Use your typical usage (km/day) to see whether the investment swings in your favor over 2–3 years.