Bajaj Chetak

Infobox Motorcycle
name = Chetak


aka =
manufacturer = Bajaj
parent_company =
production = 1972 - 2006
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class = Scooter
engine = 145cc 4 stroke (after 2002) 2 stroke (before 2002)
top_speed = 60MPH
power = 9BHP
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transmission = 4 speed, manual with shifter in the left hand grip
suspension = Swingarm
brakes = Drum
tires = 3.50X10
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dry_weight = 235 Pounds
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fuel_capacity = 4 Litres, slightly over 1 gallon
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similar = LML NVThe Bajaj Chetak was a popular Indian-made motor scooter produced by the Bajaj Auto company. The Chetak is named after Chetak, the legendary horse of Indian warrior Rana Pratap Singh.

Originally based on the Italian Vespa, the Chetak was the only choice for millions of Indian families as an affordable way of transport for decades. Around 1980, the Italian-licensed design was replaced with an all new in-house design that shared the same general appearance and style.

In the face of rising competition, the Chetak lost ground in India.

During its heyday its chief competitor was LML NV / Vespa 150 made by LML india. LML Nv was a licensed copy of vespa px 150

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