Discovers in various avatars have swung by ever since Bajaj introduced them way back in 2004. Since then, Bajaj has been at it, tinkering the Discover over time to suit rapidly changing tastes of the commuting class. The new Discover 150 twins are Bajaj’s new jab at the premium commuter segment, and now form the flagship of the Discover lineup- the range now starts with the 100T and these new 150 twins top it off.
What twins?
The Discover 150 comes in two flavors- a half-faired F and the more skimpily dressed S, which does away with the fairing.
What’s the difference?
The 150 F’s half-fairing shows a modicum of sporty intent, while the partly digital instrumentation and LED tail lamps add some more finesse. The 150 S gets a smaller bikini fairing, but retains the F’s headlamp cluster along with the pilot lamps, yet does away with the LED tail lamps. The S also gets a regular analog instrument cluster. Apart from that, both the bikes share the same cycle parts. Also, all that paraphernalia also makes the F 5 Kgs heavier than the S- that does very mildly reflect on the dynamics a tad, but more on that later.
Half fairing on the Bajaj Discover 150 F
Partly digital instrument cluster on the Bajaj Discover 150 F
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Hi Rohan, what do you think about Discover 150S/F against CB Shine?
I was also thinking about what do I get from CB Shine after upgrade from the HH Splendor that I currently own except higher displacement. Both are plain commuter bikes with good mileages and top sellers in their respective categories.
Vibrations are felt post 80 kmph and they aren’t too much for a bother. Coming to tyre slippage, its not much of an issue. If you want you can always upgrade the tyre size.
Hi Rohan, thanks for the response. I have dropped 125M since Shine is better. However, I am confused between 125 cc and 150cc. Actually, wanted to get a bike at max. displacement possible at decent mileage. Basically, to cut down my office commute time (i drive 46-48 kms up and down daily) without sacrificing mileage much. I test drove 150F last week. Is surprisingly light (for 132 kg), smooth going, good comfort and gear shift is also smooth. My only worry is the future of Discover range given how Bajaj has added/dropped bikes in this brand. As for CB Shine, yet to test drive but concerned about vibrations and tyre slippage although mileage should be pretty decent. Pls help with your opinion.
Test ride them and see which suits you. Honda Shine gives good mileage for a 125cc.
Friends,
I currently own a HH Splendor and looking for upgrading to a faster bike. I am 5’4” tall. I want to choose between Honda CB Shine, Discover 125M and Discover 150S. I am looking for decent mileage, ride comfort and of course, speed and pickup. I drive totally about 50 kms to and fro in a day. Please help me choose.