UM Lohia India has
launched the carburettor version of the UM Renegade Commando Classic at INR
1.95 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The introduction of
the carburettor variant has resulted in a price reduction of INR 6,000 as
compared to the fuel-injected version. There don’t seem to be any changes to
the mechanicals or cosmetics of the UM Renegade Commando Classic. That said,
the carburetted variant develops lower outputs.
Powering the UM
Renegade Commando Classic is the 279.5cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder
engine, which comes mated to a 5-speed transmission. The engine produces 23.7
PS of power and 23 Nm of peak torque. In comparison, the FI variant develops
25.15 PS of power, while the torque output remains unchanged.
While the
carburetted variant will offer similar power delivery in low-end and mid-range,
it will lack top-end grunt owing to the lower power figures. Surprising, UM has
skipped offering ABS in this update, which will be made mandatory two-wheelers
above 125cc from 1 April 2019.
UM Lohia India has
not revealed details on the bookings or the delivery timeframe of the bike. The
Renegade Commando Classic carburettor variant is expected to reach dealerships
in the coming weeks. The bike is priced at a premium when compared to its
nearest rivals, the Royal Enfield Classic 350 and the Thunderbird 350. In fact,
the Jawa and the Jawa Forty-Two have been priced we below the Commando Classic.
The UM Renegade
Commando Classic is a true-blue American cruiser in its design. It features a
muscular fuel tank and large fenders at both the ends. The motorcycle receives
split seats with a backrest, round headlight and a tall windscreen. There’s a
decent amount of chrome detailing on the bike. The classic looks are augmented
by chunky front telescopic forks, twin rear shocks and the wire-spoke wheels.
