User Review of Avenger Cruise 220 by Chaitanya Ravi

When I bought my Avenger 220cc in 2012, it was a very emotional day for me. I loved my Bike as it was my dream to buy it. I have a very good experience with my bike, it's a good companion. I've had many long drives with it, especially with the Led Ladakh tour, which I did solo on my bike. It didn't give me any trouble throughout my travel, whatever the road conditions were. It's a tough machine, I must say. Almost easy to handle and low maintenance, cost effective and don't give any niggles.
I'll advise every rider to maintain this bike and go for the servicing timely manner. It won't let you down.

About the Reviewer

There weren't many market-tried cruise bike options at the time. This bike has some issues. It doesn't have a start kick. This gives rise to a major reliability problem. I've suffered much due to this. The stock battery that came with the bike was having issues from the start. Got it replaced under warranty (after some fight with the showroom). Its road grip is pathetic. The stopping power of the rear brake also does not induce much confidence. In testing rides like those in the rain, on remote roads, and in difficult terrain (such as hilly roads), this bike can cause anxiety due to overall reliability issues.

About the Reviewer

I had an Avenger 220 cruise model from 2016, and I sold it in 2022. During this time, I rode it mostly for fun and occasional commutes, so the total distance covered was 5500km. During my ownership, I faced multiple issues:
1. The bike's braking system was hazardous. The rear tyre skidded on wet roads, even when I applied the brakes lightly. Moreover, the grip was so bad that the entire bike skidded and fell on a muddy road at 5 kmph.
2. In the first month of ownership, I noticed rusting on silencer covers and disc brakes, along with the nuts holding the frame together. The oil indicator always showed wrong petrol availability, it increased slightly when the bike speed was increased, and showed low while standing still. The service center could not fix this issue.
3. The main reason I am calling this bike unreliable is that it automatically turned off cruising at 80 kmph. I was returning from work at night, and had driven barely 5km on the highway, when the engine suddenly turned off in the middle of the flyover. Thankfully, there was no traffic behind me, so I was safely able to drive to the side. Then I have to drag it to the service center to get it fixed. Turned out, the battery went down. And the reason for that was the alternator failing to recharge the battery.
4. The service was equally pathetic. I tried 3 service centers.
Center 1 charged me for 3 Teflon coatings, but did it only 2 times. Once the tail light broke and I wanted to buy the part from them, they called me in, and charged me labor cost of 40rs to replace the taillight (cost rs 80), which I told them that I'll do it myself, but they ignored me. Center 2 was decent, but they delayed the service of my bike for 3 days. Center 3 was also alright, but they couldn't replace the alternator for my bike, due to which, my bike was standing still for 2 months, until they got the part and replaced it.
So my suggestions would be to be cautious while buying Bajaj bikes. Not reliable, part availability issues, low-quality parts, and subpar service centers will always be areas of concern. Better go with other reliable manufacturers for your peace of mind.

About the Reviewer

When I drive an Avenger I feel like a God and I wrapped it black and modified it with an LED handlebar, hazard light, LED headlight, fog lamp, glove box looks amazing it gives an average of 30 - 35 in 1 liter because of 220 cc it's Comfortable seating position you feel good when you drive Bike service cost approx 3000.

About the Reviewer

When I was buying this bike, had a confusion whether I should go for a street model or the cruise model as both were available in the 220cc segment. Finally, decided to buy a Cruise 220cc and I have been using this bike for more than 7 years and 60000kms crossed. No major failures or replacements in core engine parts. Still gives me 40kmpl on highways and 36 to 38kmpl in city traffic. Also, the bike gives good control over city traffic. Unlike other cruisers in the same segment, this bike has less vibrations and more stability. The braking system is good. Overall, the Avenger 220 cruise is worth your money.

About the Reviewer

Riding experience is great. The engine feels good in the initial and mid-range. gearbox could have been better and when riding on the highway you will definitely feel the need for another gear(it has only 5 gears it would be better if there were 6). Seat height is good for short people but if you have long legs you might feel uncomfortable. Only problem I faced was the rear seat for passenger I couldn't comfortably sit on the bike for even 50kms straight and it was not just me my friends had the same problem too rider seat on the other hand is really great no issues so far.

About the Reviewer

The rear passenger seat is not comfortable and the chain system is not good. Chain noise is much. Many times need oil on the chain or spray. Service agencies are not good, they only make money, no customer satisfaction. As per the price bike is not very comfortable.
Bajaj never responded to any query or complaints, even no reply by mail.

About the Reviewer

This bike is all about comfort. However not to forget that the city ride comfort is not up to the mark. Highway, this is one of the best bikes for comfort even ride and handling as well. That doesn't mean you cannot take it on city rides, it manages it well. The engine refinement is little noisy with short gears that demands frequent gear shift according to the speed. Overall, this bike gives good riding experience but not the great experience.

About the Reviewer

An awesome bike, take it on highways, city, or anywhere you want to. I used to ride Delhi-Himachal-Delhi, Himachal-Uttarakhand-Himachal and now I am traveling daily from Delhi to Sonipat and back. Absolutely comfortable. You need not accelerate till 65 KMPH (Gear changes will do the trick). Remains still up to 95 KMPH.

About the Reviewer

When I bought my Avenger 220cc in 2012, it was a very emotional day for me. I loved my Bike as it was my dream to buy it. I have a very good experience with my bike, it's a good companion. I've had many long drives with it, especially with the Led Ladakh tour, which I did solo on my bike. It didn't give me any trouble throughout my travel, whatever the road conditions were. It's a tough machine, I must say. Almost easy to handle and low maintenance, cost effective and don't give any niggles.
I'll advise every rider to maintain this bike and go for the servicing timely manner. It won't let you down.

About the Reviewer

There weren't many market-tried cruise bike options at the time. This bike has some issues. It doesn't have a start kick. This gives rise to a major reliability problem. I've suffered much due to this. The stock battery that came with the bike was having issues from the start. Got it replaced under warranty (after some fight with the showroom). Its road grip is pathetic. The stopping power of the rear brake also does not induce much confidence. In testing rides like those in the rain, on remote roads, and in difficult terrain (such as hilly roads), this bike can cause anxiety due to overall reliability issues.

About the Reviewer

I had an Avenger 220 cruise model from 2016, and I sold it in 2022. During this time, I rode it mostly for fun and occasional commutes, so the total distance covered was 5500km. During my ownership, I faced multiple issues:
1. The bike's braking system was hazardous. The rear tyre skidded on wet roads, even when I applied the brakes lightly. Moreover, the grip was so bad that the entire bike skidded and fell on a muddy road at 5 kmph.
2. In the first month of ownership, I noticed rusting on silencer covers and disc brakes, along with the nuts holding the frame together. The oil indicator always showed wrong petrol availability, it increased slightly when the bike speed was increased, and showed low while standing still. The service center could not fix this issue.
3. The main reason I am calling this bike unreliable is that it automatically turned off cruising at 80 kmph. I was returning from work at night, and had driven barely 5km on the highway, when the engine suddenly turned off in the middle of the flyover. Thankfully, there was no traffic behind me, so I was safely able to drive to the side. Then I have to drag it to the service center to get it fixed. Turned out, the battery went down. And the reason for that was the alternator failing to recharge the battery.
4. The service was equally pathetic. I tried 3 service centers.
Center 1 charged me for 3 Teflon coatings, but did it only 2 times. Once the tail light broke and I wanted to buy the part from them, they called me in, and charged me labor cost of 40rs to replace the taillight (cost rs 80), which I told them that I'll do it myself, but they ignored me. Center 2 was decent, but they delayed the service of my bike for 3 days. Center 3 was also alright, but they couldn't replace the alternator for my bike, due to which, my bike was standing still for 2 months, until they got the part and replaced it.
So my suggestions would be to be cautious while buying Bajaj bikes. Not reliable, part availability issues, low-quality parts, and subpar service centers will always be areas of concern. Better go with other reliable manufacturers for your peace of mind.

About the Reviewer

When I drive an Avenger I feel like a God and I wrapped it black and modified it with an LED handlebar, hazard light, LED headlight, fog lamp, glove box looks amazing it gives an average of 30 - 35 in 1 liter because of 220 cc it's Comfortable seating position you feel good when you drive Bike service cost approx 3000.

About the Reviewer

When I was buying this bike, had a confusion whether I should go for a street model or the cruise model as both were available in the 220cc segment. Finally, decided to buy a Cruise 220cc and I have been using this bike for more than 7 years and 60000kms crossed. No major failures or replacements in core engine parts. Still gives me 40kmpl on highways and 36 to 38kmpl in city traffic. Also, the bike gives good control over city traffic. Unlike other cruisers in the same segment, this bike has less vibrations and more stability. The braking system is good. Overall, the Avenger 220 cruise is worth your money.

About the Reviewer

Riding experience is great. The engine feels good in the initial and mid-range. gearbox could have been better and when riding on the highway you will definitely feel the need for another gear(it has only 5 gears it would be better if there were 6). Seat height is good for short people but if you have long legs you might feel uncomfortable. Only problem I faced was the rear seat for passenger I couldn't comfortably sit on the bike for even 50kms straight and it was not just me my friends had the same problem too rider seat on the other hand is really great no issues so far.

About the Reviewer

The rear passenger seat is not comfortable and the chain system is not good. Chain noise is much. Many times need oil on the chain or spray. Service agencies are not good, they only make money, no customer satisfaction. As per the price bike is not very comfortable.
Bajaj never responded to any query or complaints, even no reply by mail.

About the Reviewer

This bike is all about comfort. However not to forget that the city ride comfort is not up to the mark. Highway, this is one of the best bikes for comfort even ride and handling as well. That doesn't mean you cannot take it on city rides, it manages it well. The engine refinement is little noisy with short gears that demands frequent gear shift according to the speed. Overall, this bike gives good riding experience but not the great experience.

About the Reviewer

An awesome bike, take it on highways, city, or anywhere you want to. I used to ride Delhi-Himachal-Delhi, Himachal-Uttarakhand-Himachal and now I am traveling daily from Delhi to Sonipat and back. Absolutely comfortable. You need not accelerate till 65 KMPH (Gear changes will do the trick). Remains still up to 95 KMPH.

About the Reviewer

When I bought my Avenger 220cc in 2012, it was a very emotional day for me. I loved my Bike as it was my dream to buy it. I have a very good experience with my bike, it's a good companion. I've had many long drives with it, especially with the Led Ladakh tour, which I did solo on my bike. It didn't give me any trouble throughout my travel, whatever the road conditions were. It's a tough machine, I must say. Almost easy to handle and low maintenance, cost effective and don't give any niggles.
I'll advise every rider to maintain this bike and go for the servicing timely manner. It won't let you down.

About the Reviewer

There weren't many market-tried cruise bike options at the time. This bike has some issues. It doesn't have a start kick. This gives rise to a major reliability problem. I've suffered much due to this. The stock battery that came with the bike was having issues from the start. Got it replaced under warranty (after some fight with the showroom). Its road grip is pathetic. The stopping power of the rear brake also does not induce much confidence. In testing rides like those in the rain, on remote roads, and in difficult terrain (such as hilly roads), this bike can cause anxiety due to overall reliability issues.

About the Reviewer

I had an Avenger 220 cruise model from 2016, and I sold it in 2022. During this time, I rode it mostly for fun and occasional commutes, so the total distance covered was 5500km. During my ownership, I faced multiple issues:
1. The bike's braking system was hazardous. The rear tyre skidded on wet roads, even when I applied the brakes lightly. Moreover, the grip was so bad that the entire bike skidded and fell on a muddy road at 5 kmph.
2. In the first month of ownership, I noticed rusting on silencer covers and disc brakes, along with the nuts holding the frame together. The oil indicator always showed wrong petrol availability, it increased slightly when the bike speed was increased, and showed low while standing still. The service center could not fix this issue.
3. The main reason I am calling this bike unreliable is that it automatically turned off cruising at 80 kmph. I was returning from work at night, and had driven barely 5km on the highway, when the engine suddenly turned off in the middle of the flyover. Thankfully, there was no traffic behind me, so I was safely able to drive to the side. Then I have to drag it to the service center to get it fixed. Turned out, the battery went down. And the reason for that was the alternator failing to recharge the battery.
4. The service was equally pathetic. I tried 3 service centers.
Center 1 charged me for 3 Teflon coatings, but did it only 2 times. Once the tail light broke and I wanted to buy the part from them, they called me in, and charged me labor cost of 40rs to replace the taillight (cost rs 80), which I told them that I'll do it myself, but they ignored me. Center 2 was decent, but they delayed the service of my bike for 3 days. Center 3 was also alright, but they couldn't replace the alternator for my bike, due to which, my bike was standing still for 2 months, until they got the part and replaced it.
So my suggestions would be to be cautious while buying Bajaj bikes. Not reliable, part availability issues, low-quality parts, and subpar service centers will always be areas of concern. Better go with other reliable manufacturers for your peace of mind.

About the Reviewer

When I drive an Avenger I feel like a God and I wrapped it black and modified it with an LED handlebar, hazard light, LED headlight, fog lamp, glove box looks amazing it gives an average of 30 - 35 in 1 liter because of 220 cc it's Comfortable seating position you feel good when you drive Bike service cost approx 3000.

About the Reviewer

When I was buying this bike, had a confusion whether I should go for a street model or the cruise model as both were available in the 220cc segment. Finally, decided to buy a Cruise 220cc and I have been using this bike for more than 7 years and 60000kms crossed. No major failures or replacements in core engine parts. Still gives me 40kmpl on highways and 36 to 38kmpl in city traffic. Also, the bike gives good control over city traffic. Unlike other cruisers in the same segment, this bike has less vibrations and more stability. The braking system is good. Overall, the Avenger 220 cruise is worth your money.

About the Reviewer

Riding experience is great. The engine feels good in the initial and mid-range. gearbox could have been better and when riding on the highway you will definitely feel the need for another gear(it has only 5 gears it would be better if there were 6). Seat height is good for short people but if you have long legs you might feel uncomfortable. Only problem I faced was the rear seat for passenger I couldn't comfortably sit on the bike for even 50kms straight and it was not just me my friends had the same problem too rider seat on the other hand is really great no issues so far.

About the Reviewer

The rear passenger seat is not comfortable and the chain system is not good. Chain noise is much. Many times need oil on the chain or spray. Service agencies are not good, they only make money, no customer satisfaction. As per the price bike is not very comfortable.
Bajaj never responded to any query or complaints, even no reply by mail.

About the Reviewer

This bike is all about comfort. However not to forget that the city ride comfort is not up to the mark. Highway, this is one of the best bikes for comfort even ride and handling as well. That doesn't mean you cannot take it on city rides, it manages it well. The engine refinement is little noisy with short gears that demands frequent gear shift according to the speed. Overall, this bike gives good riding experience but not the great experience.

About the Reviewer

An awesome bike, take it on highways, city, or anywhere you want to. I used to ride Delhi-Himachal-Delhi, Himachal-Uttarakhand-Himachal and now I am traveling daily from Delhi to Sonipat and back. Absolutely comfortable. You need not accelerate till 65 KMPH (Gear changes will do the trick). Remains still up to 95 KMPH.

About the Reviewer