Kamal Ghorui
Bajaj Auto appears set to expand its Avenger line-up with the introduction of the Street 220 in India. The motorcycle has been listed on the company’s official website, hinting that a launch could take place soon, although an exact date is yet to be confirmed.The upcoming Avenger Street 220 will be positioned alongside the Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 and is expected to share most of its mechanicals. The Cruise 220 currently retails at Rs. 1.29 lakh, ex-showroom, and the Street variant is likely to be priced slightly lower. At the same time, Bajaj has quietly removed Avenger Street 160 from its website. This effectively leaves the 220cc versions as the only options in the Avenger range for now.Powering the new Street 220 will be the same 220cc, air/oil-cooled, single-cylinder engine seen on the Cruise 220. This unit produces 19 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 17.6 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox.
In terms of design and ergonomics, the Street 220 will differ from the Cruise variant. It is likely to feature a lower handlebar and will replace the tall windshield with a shorter visor. The motorcycle also gets a darker theme, with blacked-out components across the engine bay, wheels, and cycle parts, unlike the chrome-heavy finish of the Cruise. Alloy wheels will be standard on the Street, while the Cruise continues with wire-spoke units.The Avenger Street 220 is expected to be offered in two colour options, including Ebony Black and Cocktail Wine Red. Feature highlights are likely to include a front disc brake, rear drum brake, semi-digital instrument cluster, and more.
