We may be used to seeing these features as standard even on the most basic commuters, but for almost 30 years ago, features such as that of an engine kill switch, and RPM Meter with fuel gauge, bike having the highest wheelbase are all impressive. It had so many stand out features when compared to all of its competitors. One big standout point which the KB100 had over its competitors is that of features. This is easily one of the most underrated bikes in India which was sold. The Shogun and Samurai are the other two giants of this segment, which also now have started to command the respect that they deserve.īut other than these bikes, there was another competitor, brought to India in collaboration with Bajaj, the Kawasaki KB100. The RX series bikes, be it the RX100, 135 or the Z now have cult status, with people paying almost 80 - 1 Lakh for pristine examples of these bikes. This era has seen almost all Japanese companies try their hand, some bikes coming under almost legendary status, and some others being massively overshadowed. But one of the most pivotal moments of Indian biking history would be the Japanese 2 Stroke onslaught, I would say that it was a moment where fun bikes were democratized, bikes meant for the masses is extremely possible.

Bikes like the Chetak put the masses on wheels for the first time, while there was the RDs, Jawas and the ever-present Enfields to pull the heartstrings of the enthusiasts. The automotive industry, especially bikes have gone through a massive change from the time of Independence. BHPian TorqueMonster recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

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