The Yezdi Adventure received a comprehensive update earlier this year, including the addition of distinctive styling elements and new features. While the engine and chassis remain largely unchanged from the previous iteration, the updated styling, improved quality and refined electronics package make it a more compelling option in its segment. If you’re considering buying one, here are three reasons it’s worth considering and two reasons it might not be the bike for you.
Reasons to buy the Yezdi Adventure
Distinctive design
The Yezdi Adventure now features a unique asymmetrical headlamp design, featuring a dual-chamber LED headlight on the right and a single projector on the left that adds some much-needed individuality. The rear also gets twin-LED tail-lamp pods that complement the front design.
Beyond the headlights, the Adventure maintains its rugged character with a tubular crash cage around the fuel tank, adjustable windscreen and rally-style beak. The bike model is available in six colour options, including three dual-tone finishes. The overall quality and finish of materials have steadily improved over time, too, giving the bike a more premium appearance than earlier iterations.
Comfortable and planted suspension
The Yezdi Adventure offers a suspension setup that makes the bike an excellent companion on our roads. The bike feels compliant at city speeds, soaking up bumps with ease and making daily commutes more comfortable. Plus, the Adventure offers 220mm of ground clearance and rides on a 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combination, making it genuinely capable over broken stretches of road and even off-road.
Smooth and tractable engine
The Yezdi Adventure benefits from the same engine updates introduced with the Jawa 42 FJ, resulting in a smooth and refined 334cc single-cylinder motor. The engine produces 29.6hp and 29.9Nm, and during our tests, we found the bike to be tractable and easy to use in city conditions, and it doesn’t radiate excessive heat in traffic. The Yezdi Adventure comes with relatively short gearing, allowing it to cruise comfortably up to around 90kph without too much stress.
Reasons not to buy the Yezdi Adventure
Heavy kerb weight
While Classic Legends lists the Adventure’s weight at 187kg on its website, this figure excludes fuel and the metal crash cage around the tank. With a full fuel tank and all equipment, the bike weighs closer to 200kg, placing it among the heavier options in its segment. That said, it isn’t top-heavy, and the relatively low 815mm seat height should make it more manageable. However, depending on your height and experience, it’s worth noting that the weight could be a factor during low-speed manoeuvring.
Compromised ergonomics for taller riders
One issue we found with the Adventure’s ergonomics is that the foot pegs sit relatively high and are slightly rear-set, which can put taller riders in a somewhat cramped position. While this may not be noticeable on shorter rides or city commutes, it could become uncomfortable over long touring stretches, which is a use case many buyers are likely to have. Lower and more forward-set foot pegs would have made the bike noticeably more comfortable and better suited for long-distance touring.
Autocar India News Desk
Ved Janve
Rishaad Mody
Deepak Pachauri
