But no matter whether you are on the highway or in the city, the ride quality is mediocre. It is on par with what you would expect from an entry level commuter – which is enough for home and office commutes and a weekly trip to the grocery store. Then there is the braking. The Slingshot in both its variants comes only with drum brakes (front and back). The braking process from these drums is spongy, lacks feedback and for some odd reason, sends judders up the handlebar under hard braking. The Ceat Centra tyres (F: 2.75, R:3.00) further deters the handling capabilities with compromised grip. Our test bike had done hardly 200-odd kms and the tyres were already sliding around and squealing under braking. Overall, the Slingshot doesn’t feel as taut and sturdy as some of its well established competitors and hence it is recommended that one doesn’t get carried away by its jazzy name. It does its commuter duties well and that’s exactly how it should be enjoyed – as a commuter.
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There is a Disc Brake option.
There is a Disc Brake option.
There is a Disc Brake option.
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