Bajaj Chetak Expert Review

Name: Bajaj chetak
Brand: Bajaj
Price: 107128.92 INR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9 (1 reviews)

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Bajaj Chetak pros and cons

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The C25 retains the iconic Chetak design language despite being built on a ground-up new architecture with every panel redesigned.
New LED lamps feature at both ends, facing a simple reverse LCD display that's easy to read in bright sunlight.
Build quality is impressive with well-finished panels throughout, aside from one minor uneven gap where painted plastics meet black plastics near the handlebar.
The compact platform sheds 100mm of wheelbase, reducing boot capacity from 35 litres to 25 litres, though it remains deep enough to fit a full-face helmet, a rarity in this segment.
Practical touches include two open storage cubbies in the front apron and a bag hook.

The ultra-low 763mm seat height makes this exceptionally accessible for short riders and beginners, while the comfortable seat provides adequate room even for taller riders, the 6'1" tester fit reasonably well.
At just 108kg, the C25 is over 20kg lighter than existing Chetaks, making it easy to handle and maneuver.
It's a tight fit for two large riders but manageable for short distances.
The pliant rear suspension with dual shocks soaks up bumps and potholes well, though the front feels too soft on sharp impacts, producing noticeable thudding sounds that encourage cautious riding over bad roads.

The new 2.2kW peak output hub motor (1.8kW continuous) delivers a modest 55kph top speed on paper, but Bajaj has ensured usable real-world performance.
Two modes are offered: Eco caps speed at 45kph with dulled response, while Sport allows the full performance envelope. In Sport mode, the C25 accelerates briskly to an indicated 50kph and eventually reaches 62-63kph on the display with the throttle pinned.
The accelerator calibration is smooth and well-executed with a light feel and pleasantly short travel, requiring no exaggerated twisting motions.
Like most hub motor scooters, it operates nearly silently with only a slight high-frequency whine detectable when pushed hard.
The scooter climbs flyovers without stress solo, though pillion performance remains to be tested.

The new platform features telescopic forks at the front and dual rear shocks supporting the lighter 108kg chassis with metal body panels (except plastic front fender and headlamp shroud).
The rear suspension is nicely pliant, absorbing bumps and potholes with composure, but the front feels overly soft on bigger impacts, producing a thudding sound over sharp bumps that detracts from refinement. Despite this, the scooter remains light and easy to maneuver with predictable handling characteristics.
The front disc brake provides good stopping power, and overall, the C25 maintains a quality feel that belies its entry-level positioning.

The simple reverse LCD display shows essentials like battery state of charge, range, speed, and riding mode with excellent sunlight legibility. LED lamps feature at both ends.
The critical TecPac (₹3,000 optional upgrade) unlocks Bluetooth connectivity with call and music control, Hill Hold, Eco mode, reverse mode, remote boot opening, and parking brake lock, highly recommended as the scooter is limited to just 45kph and Eco mode only without it.
The 2.5kWh battery pack offers a claimed 113km IDC range with around 90km expected in real-world use. There's no onboard charger, but Bajaj supplies a powerful 750W portable unit enabling 0-100% charging in 3 hours 45 minutes through a port under the seat with cable routing that allows locked-boot charging.

The Bajaj Chetak C25 successfully carves out a new entry-level niche as a compact, lightweight, beginner-friendly electric scooter at an attractive price point (with essential TecPac).
This is a ground-up new product on a fresh architecture, not just a stripped-down existing Chetak, and it shows thoughtful engineering throughout. Despite modest specs on paper, the C25 delivers usable real-world performance with brisk acceleration to 50kph and responsive throttle calibration that keeps pace with city traffic.
The ultra-low 763mm seat height and 108kg weight make it exceptionally accessible for shorter or newer riders, while still accommodating taller riders surprisingly well.
The 25-litre boot is smaller than the 35-litre on regular Chetaks but remains one of few scooters fitting a full-face helmet.
Build quality doesn't feel compromised despite the lower price, maintaining Chetak's premium metal body construction and finishing.
The front suspension could be better damped over sharp bumps, and highway riders will miss having more top-end performance, but for short urban commutes where simplicity and ease-of-use matter most, the C25 hits the sweet spot.
At current price, it matches the Vida V2 Go 2.2 and undercuts the TVS iQube 2.2, making it excellent value for a well-made, well-thought-out entry-level EV that expands rather than dilutes the Chetak family.