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Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGBajaj Auto reports a significant growth in domestic sales for August 2024, with a total of 2,08,621 units sold
Bajaj Auto Limited has excelled in sales in August 2024 posting outstanding growth across both its two wheeler and commercial vehicle segments. Growth was seen both on a YoY and MoM basis while the company also saw sales surge during the April-August 2024 period. With the Pulsar being its top selling model, the company is now busy updating this Pulsar range with the new Pulsar N125 which is currently on test rounds.
Bajaj Auto 2Wh, CV – Domestic Sales and Exports August 2024
Bajaj Auto total sales (domestic + exports) in August 2024 stood at 3,97,804 units. This was a 16% YoY growth over 3,41,648 units sold in August 2023. MoM sales also saw a surge over 3,54,169 units sold in July 2024.
Bajaj Auto Sales August 2024
Talking exclusively of two wheeler sales in the past month, the company has recorded an 18% YoY improvement in sales to 3,35,178 units, up from 2,85,031 units sold in August 2023. While its domestic sales surged a notable 30% to 2,08,621 units from 1,60,820 units on a YoY basis, comparatively, its exports improved only marginally by 2% to 1,26,557 units over 1,24,221 units shipped in the same month last year.
Commercial vehicle (CV) sales on the other hand, though it ended positively, saw lower demand in domestic markets as compared to its global demand. Domestic sales improved by just 2% YoY to 45,206 units from 44,280 units while exports on the other hand saw a 41% YoY growth to 17,420 units in August 2024 from 12,337 units shipped in the same month last year. This took total CV sales up 11% to 62,626 units over 56,617 units on a YoY basis.
Bajaj Auto Sales August 2024 – YTD
Bajaj Auto YTD Sales April- August 2024
Coincidentally, Bajaj Auto has posted a 10% growth both across its two wheeler and commercial vehicle segments on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. In the two wheeler segment, it was the Bajaj Chetak, currently the No. 3 best-selling e-scooter in the country, which requires special mention. It has seen its sales improve three fold over the past 12 months.
In domestic markets, the company has witnessed a 10% growth in domestic sales and exports of two wheelers. Domestic sales improved by 14% to 9,59,965 units in the April-August 2024 period from 8,45,741 units sold in the same period last year. Exports grew by 4% to 6,23,671 units. This took total sales up to 15,83,636 units on a YTD basis from 14,43,201 units sold in the same period of 2023.
Total CV sales also improved by 10% to 2,70,393 units in the April-August 2024 period from 2,45,601 units sold in the same period last year. It saw domestic sales improve by 8% and exports grow by 15% to 1,95,480 units and 74,913 units respectively.
YTD sales (2WH+CV) sales also grew by 10% to 18,54,029 units in the April-August 2024 period from 16,88,802 units sold in the same period of the previous year. This included 11,55,445 units sold in domestic markets, relating to a 13% YTD growth from 10,25,919 units sold in the same 5 month period of 2023 while exports saw a 5% improvement to 6,98,584 units, up from 6,62,883 units sold on a YTD basis. More

Bajaj Chetak : Image – MRD VlogsCurrently the #3 best-selling electric scooter in India, Bajaj Chetak is expected to come with a price cut, sweetening the deal further
Among the popular electric scooters in India, Bajaj Chetak is among the best-selling one. Indian electric scooter buyers have embraced Chetak’s retro design and trust factor associated with Bajaj brand. Numbers reflect the success story of Chetak as sales have tripled when compared to last year’s stats. Let’s break the numbers further.
Bajaj Chetak Sales Tripled
Within last year, Bajaj has improved its sales prospects significantly, when it comes to the Chetak electric scooters. This is one of the notable glow-ups in electric scooter sales and signifies the increasing desirability of Chetak electric scooter brand.
Bajaj Chetak Sales Tripled YoY
Within the last year, Chetak has outperformed its sales numbers from a year ago considerably. From August 2023 to July 2024, Bajaj has sold as many as 1,51,308 units of Chetak electric scooters. When compared to the 52,169 units sold between August 2022 to July 2023, there was a 190.03% YoY growth with a volume gain of 99,139 units.
Average monthly Bajaj Chetak sales between August 2023 and July 2024 was 12,609 units, which is almost 3 times higher (2.9 times to be precise) than the 4,347 units average monthly sales between August 2022 and July 2023. The difference between average monthly sales YoY is 8,262 units per month.
2024 Bajaj Chetak New Variant
As seen in the table above, Bajaj Chetak sales peaked at an all-time high last month in July 2024. With 20,114 units sold last month, Bajaj Chetak registered a massive 344% YoY growth over 4,528 units sold in July 2023. Which is close to 5X growth in sales, clocking a volume gain of 15,586 units YoY.
Other notable outcomes can be seen in February 2024, where sales growth YoY touched an astounding 417%. The 13,620 units sold that month was more than 5X the sales clocked in preceding year with 2,634 units sold and there was a volume gain of 10,986 units that month.
Rs 8k Price Cut With Chetak
A recent report suggests that Bajaj Chetak scooter range is set to receive a major rejig in the coming months. This update will ensure that there are significant changes to battery cells inside the pack, unlocking more range on a single charge than before. Battery capacity, however, will remain the same.
The variant names of Chetak scooters, Urbane and Premium, will reportedly get a reboot to 3202 and 3201, respectively. Similar to what we saw with the Chetak 2901 Edition. Apart from this rejig in names and battery cells, there is a significant price cut expected too. Speculations suggest a Rs 8,000 slashed off the current Ex-sh prices. More

New Bajaj Pulsar – Chassis No 9Bajaj Auto has shown off a 14.16% YoY growth in July 2024 with the Pulsar range commanding a 61.89% share
Bajaj two wheelers has seen outstanding year-on-year (YoY) growth in July 2024 with sales at 1,54,771 units. This was a 14.16% growth over 1,35,570 units sold in July 2024 relating to a volume growth of 19,201 units.
Bajaj Sales Breakup July 2024 – YoY Comparison
While it was the Pulsar range that showed off the highest demand, it was the Bajaj Chetak that displayed the highest YoY growth. Demand for the Platina, CT, Avenger and Dominar declined considerably while deliveries of the new Freedom, the world’s first CNG motorcycle, got off to a flying start.
Bajaj Sales Breakup July 2024
Once again it was the Bajaj Pulsar that saw highest sales in July 2024 scaling well over the other models in the company lineup by significant numbers. Sales grew by 8.90% to 95,789 units over 87,958 units sold in July 2023 to command a 61.89% share in the company portfolio. Bajaj Pulsar was also the 4th best-selling two wheeler in July 2024.
In the Pulsar range, it was the 125cc model that commanded the most attention with 55,711 units sold last month followed by the 150cc and 200 of which 19,758 units and 11,974 units were sold respectively. Bajaj Pulsar 250cc and 400cc sales stood at 5,006 units and 3,340 units respectively. Pulsar 400 was also the best-selling bike in the Bajaj 400cc family.
Bajaj Sales Breakup July 2024
Platina sales dipped 13.80% YoY in July 2024 to 28,927 units, down from 33,557 units sold in July 2023 while commanding an 18.69% share. High demand was seen for the Bajaj Chetak, the only electric scooter in the company lineup. Sales escalated 344.21% YoY to 20,114 units whereas there had been just 4,528 units sold in the same month last year.
Recently Chetak received limited edition 3201 and 2901 variants. Sales are set gather even further momentum with the company set to introduce a larger battery pack variant. Bajaj Chetak was also at No. 8 on the list of top 10 scooters sold in India in July 2024, ahead of the Suzuki Burgman and Yamaha RayZR.
Bajaj CT, Avenger, Dominar Sales Show YoY Decline
Sales of Bajaj CT, Avenger and Dominar displayed YoY decline in sales. CT sales dipped by 19.21% to 5,476 units whereas there had been 6,778 units sold in July 2023 to command a 3.54% share on this list.
The recently launched Freedom added 1,933 units to total sales with a 1.25% share while Bajaj Avenger suffered an 11.88% decline in sales to 1,424 units as against 1,616 units sold in the sale month last year. Sales of Bajaj Dominar also dipped to 1,108 units, down 2.21% over 1,133 units sold in July 2023. More

New Bajaj Pulsar 400 – Vaibhav MotorworldBajaj 400cc Family Sees Explosive Growth in July 2024, Led by New Pulsar 400 and Triumph 400
To take on the dominance of Royal Enfield in the 350cc+ segment, Bajaj has launched multiple new brands of motorcycles over the years. Though they are nowhere closer to RE in terms of sales, they are reporting growth in sales of the 400cc segment. In July 2024, the Bajaj 400cc motorcycle segment witnessed remarkable growth in July 2024, with total sales reaching 7,649 units, a staggering 246.74% increase compared to July 2023’s 2,206 units. This significant rise was primarily driven by the introduction and strong performance of the new Bajaj Pulsar 400.
Bajaj 400cc Sales July 2024 – Pulsar 400 Leads the Segment
Bajaj Pulsar 400 emerged as the top performer within the 400cc family, recording 3,340 units sold in July 2024. This model, newly introduced, now accounts for 43.67% of the total sales in this segment, establishing itself as a major player in the market.
Bajaj 400cc Motorcycles Sales July 2024
Triumph 400 motorcycles – Speed and Scrambler range followed closely behind, with 3,101 units sold in July 2024. This marks a substantial increase from the 477 units sold in July 2023, adding 2,624 units to the tally. Triumph 400’s success contributed to 40.54% of the total sales, underscoring its strong market acceptance. Bajaj will launch 2 more Triumph 400cc motorcycles this year, ahead of the festive season.
KTM 390 and Bajaj Dominar 400 Face Declines
While the new entrants surged, the KTM 390 experienced a significant decline in sales, dropping by 47.15% year-on-year. The KTM 390 sold 593 units in July 2024, down by 529 units from 1,122 units in July 2023. Despite this, KTM 390 still holds a 7.75% share of the Bajaj 400cc segment.
Bajaj 400cc Motorcycles Sales July 2024
Similarly, Bajaj Dominar 400 saw a slight decline in sales, with 580 units sold in July 2024, down by 4.45% from the 607 units sold in July 2023. The Dominar 400 currently captures 7.58% of the market share within the 400cc family. Husqvarna 401, another recent entrant, recorded 35 units sold in July 2024. Although its market share is modest at 0.46%, its introduction adds diversity to Bajaj’s 400cc offerings.
Bajaj 400cc Sales July 2024 – MoM Comparison
The Bajaj 400cc motorcycle segment recorded a significant month-on-month (MoM) growth of 31.63%. Total sales for this segment reached 7,649 units in July, up by 1,838 units from 5,811 units in June 2024. Triumph 400 saw the most substantial month-on-month growth within the Bajaj 400cc family, with sales increasing by 45.25% in July 2024. Bajaj Pulsar 400 also posted robust growth in July 2024, with sales rising by 32.80% compared to June 2024.
Bajaj Dominar 400 recorded the highest percentage increase in sales among the models in this segment, with a 54.67% growth in July 2024. Dominar 400 sold 580 units, up by 205 units from the 375 units sold in June. While most models saw positive growth, the KTM 390 faced a 15.04% decline in sales, dropping from 698 units in June 2024 to 593 units in July.
Husqvarna 401 experienced the most significant decline, with sales plummeting by 60.23% MoM. Only 35 units were sold in July 2024, down by 53 units from the 88 units sold in June. More

Bajaj Freedom CNG Bike LaunchBajaj Freedom 125 has received over 60,000 enquiries, prompting the company to extend sales beyond initial states of Maharashtra and Gujarat
Bajaj has accelerated the nationwide rollout of its groundbreaking Freedom 125 motorcycle, marking a significant milestone in the Indian automotive industry. Following its initial launch on 5th July 2024, the Freedom 125 received an overwhelming response, with over 60,000 inquiries in just a few weeks.
Bajaj Freedom 125 Rolled Out to 78 Towns Across India
In response to this demand, Bajaj Auto has expanded its distribution to 78 towns across India, including key regions in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala, Delhi NCR, and Karnataka. The first Freedom 125 was delivered in Pune on 16th July 2024, setting a new benchmark for swift market delivery. Bajaj Freedom CNG bike sales in July 2024 stands at 1,933 units. Sales are anticipated to rise in the coming months as Bajaj expands the availability of the CNG bike across a growing number of dealerships.
Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG
Bajaj Freedom is presented in three variants – NG04 Drum, NG04 Drum LED and NG04 Disc LED. While the base trim is priced from Rs 95,000 the mid spec variant is at Rs 1,05,000 and the top spec Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Disc LED carries a price tag of Rs 1,10,000 (ex-showroom). It is offered in striking colour options of Caribbean Blue, Pewter Grey-Black, Cyber White, Ebony Black-Grey, Racing Red, Pewter Grey-Yellow and Ebony Black-Red.
Heralded as the first-ever mass-market motorcycle powered by compressed gas, the new Freedom 125 claims to deliver 100 km/kg of CNG and 65 km/l in petrol mode, thus relating to an overall claimed range of 330 kms. Bajaj Auto also asserts that this is half the running cost of a petrol powered motorcycle which will allow customers to save upto Rs 70,000 in a 5 year period. Besides this saving, the new Bajaj CNG bike also addresses environmental concerns as it emits 26.7% lower CO2.
Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG
In terms of its design, Bajaj Freedom is ergonomically designed for daily commute. It boasts of some first in segment features. For starters, besides being the world’s first CNG bike, it also receives both CNG and petrol tanks, along with the longest seat in its segment. The CNG tank has a capacity of 2 kgs while the petrol tank is of a 2 liter capacity.
It sports a lightweight yet sturdy trellis frame and a sleek tail segment with integrated grab handles. Features also include negatively lit LCD instrument cluster, USB charging port and LED headlight in the top two variants. The higher trims also receive Bluetooth connectivity for call alerts, phone battery level, etc. The top 2 trims also sport LED headlamp while the base variant gets halogen lighting. Bajaj Freedom rides in 17 inch wheel in the front and 16 inch at the rear fitted with tubeless tyres.
Bajaj Freedom – CNG + Petrol Bi-Fuel
Bajaj Freedom is powered by a 125 cc, air cooled, single cylinder petrol engine offering 9.5 hp power at 8,000 rpm and 9.7 Nm torque at 5,000 rpm mated to a 5 speed gearbox. It gets disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear with combined braking system (CBS) on both wheels. Suspension is via telescopic fork with linked monoshock and it is the first bike in its segment to get linked type rear suspension.  
While the petrol tank is in the front, the CNG tank is positioned in the central part of the bike. There is a common filler cap and the rider can toggle between the two fuels via a switch. Though Bajaj Freedom sees no direct competition in its segment, it will challenge the likes of TVS Raider 125, Hero Xtreme 125R, Hero Glamour and Bajaj Pulsar 125. More