Brakes are an integral part of any motorbike. It’s the mechanism that allows riders safety and security while cruising at high speed. Traditionally, motorbike manufacturers depended on drum brakes for their braking mechanisms. Drum brakes worked well for the dry environment and commuter bikes. But what about sports and all-terrain ones? The direct contact between the drum and the braking shoe often triggers the “wheel locking” stage. This causes the bike to skid hard and often results in high-speed accidents. So, how to prevent wheel locking? That is where the ABS comes up. Stay with us to know about the most popular ABS motorcycles in Bangladesh.
What is ABS?
ABS stands for Anti-lock Braking System. ABS is specifically designed to stop wheel locking in any condition and maintain traction and wheel contact with the road.
There are three components to the ABS – ECU kit, speed sensor, and disc brakes. ABS do not work with drum brakes. The ABS is typically set on the rear wheel of the bike. The Speed sensor continuously monitors the speed of the wheel for a possible wheel lock-up scenario. The sensor sends automated brake triggers through the ECU kit which induces the brakes automatically. This helps to slow down the bike even before the rider can react and save from falls and speed skidding.
Best ABS Bikes in Bangladesh
Bajaj Avenger 160 ABS
Starting the list with the 160-cc cruiser bike from Bajaj. This is a powerful bike featuring a four-stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled engine. However, it is the power output that stands out in this bike. The bike can produce a max power of 15 PS at 8500 rpm and a max torque of 13.7. Nm at 7000 pm. The bike features a single-channel ABS with a 280 mm Disc brake on the front. Expect to get a mileage of 40 Kmpl with this bike.
The retail price of the bike is 230,500 BDT in the Bangladeshi market.
Hero Thriller 160R
The Hero Thriller features a 160 cc 4 stroke 2 valve single cylinder OHC engine. The dual valve can produce a max power of 15.2 PS at 8000 rpm and a max torque of 14 Nm at 6500 rpm. The bike comes in two variations – single disc ABS and dual disc ABS. The front-wheel features a 276 mm disc with the rear one either being 130 mm drum or 220 mm disc. The bike has a 40 kmpl mileage with a top speed reaching 120 kmph.
The price of the bike ranges from 190,000 BDT to 200,000 BDT.
Honda CBR 150R
This one is for the true moto GP enthusiasts out there complete with a Repsol makeover kit. The 150-cc sports bike features a four-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. The bike can pump out max power of 16.7 Bhp at 9000 rpm which is the highest in its class. Both the front and the rear wheel features single-channel ABS. The 12L fuel capacity is good enough for 40 kmpl mileage. It tops the speed chart at 140 kmph.
The retail price of the bike is 480,000 BDT.
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Kawasaki Ninja 125
Kawasaki is a well-known name to any motorsport enthusiast. Due to the cc restrictions, the company only markets their 125-cc range sports bike in Bangladesh. The Ninja 125 is a toned-down version of their legendary Ninja ZX10R. the 6-gear manual transmission bike can pump out a max power and torque of 15 Ps at 10,000 rpm and 11.7 Nm at 7700 rpm. The dual-channel ABS comes with a dual-piston on both the front and rear wheels. The 40 kmpl mileage tops out at 120 kmph.
The price of the bike is 500,000 BDT.
Kawasaki Z125
For those who are looking beyond the sports line for a more street-style look, the Kawasaki Z125 can be a great choice. The naked sports bike comes with a four stroke, air cooled engine with a 125-cc displacement. The bike pumps out the same max power and torque as that of the Ninja 125. The 6-speed manual transmission has an electric starter and an 11-liter petrol capacity. The ABS is also the same as Ninja 125 with a 290 mm disc on the front and 220 mm on the back wheel. The bike tops out at 115 kmph with 40 kmpl mileage.
The price of the bike is 419,000 BDT.
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KTM RC 125 Indian ABS
Even though the KTM bikes are based in Austria, the ABS models available in Bangladesh are Indian variants of the bike. This sports bike features a single cylinder, Fi, DOHC engine with max power and torque of 14.5 PS and 12 Nm respectively. The fuel tank capacity is a bit low at just 9.5 liters. The mileage is also on the lower side with 35 kmpl on city roads. The top speed of the bike is 120 kmph.
The retail price of the bike is 430,000 BDT.
Suzuki Gixxer
The Gixxer is an excellent choice in the sub 150-cc range. The naked sports bike features a single-cylinder air-cooled engine with max power and torque of 13.6 PS and 13.8 Nm respectively. The bike features a heavy fuel capacity of 12 liters with a 40 kmpl mileage. The single-channel ABS is present on both front and rear wheels. The bikes top out at 125 kmph.
The retail price of the bike is 225,000 BDT to 245,000 BDT depending on ABS choice.
Suzuki GSX-R150
The GSX-R150 is a true sports bike from Suzuki. The 150-cc bike features the standard engine present on the Zixxer. However, the bike can pump out a max power of 18.9 Bhp and 14 Nm of torque. The liquid-cooled engine can provide a mileage of up to 35 kmpl with a top speed of 140 kmph. It comes in either special edition, dual-channel ABS or Non-ABS model and the price varies accordingly.
The special edition will cost 395,000 BDT.
Taro GP 1 Special Edition
Nothing brings the Grand Prix-level riding experience like the Taro GP1. This 150-cc sports bike features a liquid-cooled engine with a max power of 16 Bhp and 14.5 Nm of torque. The 6-gear manual transmission provides increased control over the riding experience. The bike features a 300 mm CBS and ABS disc on the front wheel which is a first in its class. It has a mileage of 35 Kmpl with a top speed of 140 kmph.
The retail price of the bike is 321,000 BDT.
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Yamaha FZS FI V3
The list wouldn’t be complete without one of the most common bikes in the streets of Bangladesh. The FZS has a considerable fan following and rightly so. The 150-cc bike features a single cylinder 4 stroke engine with max power of 13.2 PS and 12.8 Nm torque. The manual transmission has 5 gear shifters. The bike has ABS on the front wheel with disc brakes on both front and back. Expect to get a mileage of approximately 40 kmpl with a max speed of 120 kmph.
The retail price of the bike is 235,000 BDT.
Final Thoughts
That concludes the list of best ABS bikes in Bangladesh. Most of the bikes featuring ABS have a higher cc count. As a result, all of them are priced a bit higher. However, the ease of riding and security provided by ABS is unmatched by anything else. While these bikes may be a bit expensive, they are certainly worth the price.
Source: United News of Bangladesh