Bajaj Auto has launched the Avenger Street 180 that will join the new 2018 Street 220 and Cruise 220 range. The New Avenger Street 180 is an upgrade to and shall replace the existing Avenger Street 150. The Avenger Street 180 will be priced at INR 83,475 (ex-showroom Maharashtra).
Bajaj Auto aims at consolidating its position in the cruiser motorcycle segment by introducing a more powerful engine and feature loaded Avenger Street 180. The upgraded 180cc engine is aimed to provide performance for a more enjoyable ride in the city as well as on the highway.
The new Avenger Street 180 boasts of an all new roadster design headlamp with LED DRLs (similar to the unit on Street 220), new graphics with larger insignia, low and long profile, black alloy wheels and rubberized rear grab.
Avenger Street 180 uses Bajaj’s tried and tested 180cc DTS-i engine that is tuned to deliver 15.5 PS of power and peak torque of 13.7 Nm which is concentrated in the low to mid-range. The engine comes mated to a five speed transmission. Stopping power will be provided by a disc brake upfront and a drum unit at the rear.
The rear suspension gets 12% additional travel whilst retaining the tight wheel and fender packaging of the classic style. The styling and feature changes coupled with new body colours, graphics and a larger Avenger badge come together to impart the new 2018 Avenger Street 180 a distinctive premium look. Avenger Street 180, will come in Ebony Black and Spicy Red colors.
Bajaj Avenger Street 180 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Avenger 220 Cruise / Street |
| Engine (cc) | 180 |
| Power (PS) @ rpm | 15.5@8500 |
| Torque (Nm) @ rpm | 13.7@6500 |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1480 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2210 |
| Overall width (mm) | 806 |
| Height (mm) | 1070 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 169 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 150 |
| Tyre size – Front] | 90/70×17 |
| Tyre size – Rear] | 130/90×15 |
| Fuel tank (lts) | 13 |
| Brakes: Front (mm) | 260 Disc |
| Brakes: Rear (mm) | 130 Drum |