A raw honest look at how the Bajaj CT 110 still carries India on its shoulders every single day proving again why this simple hardworking bike refuses to fade away.
The Bajaj CT 110 is a ubiquitous presence, effortlessly navigating diverse Indian roads and markets.
Valued for its daily reliability and no-nonsense functionality, it's a consistent performer.
Its raw, comforting engine note and familiar ride embody the spirit of an everyday workhorse.
I have seen this bike everywhere really everywhere the Bajaj CT 110 moving like it already owns the road Small lanes highways crowded markets it just slips through like it belongs there.
Ten years on these roads and I can say one thing straight the Bajaj CT 110 is not trying to impress anyone It just shows up every single day No drama.
One morning in Pune an old uncle walked into a dealership where I was testing a few models He looked tired but clear minded He said beta give me a Bajaj CT 110 only I dont want any fancy nonsense It should start in the morning and take me to work Seedha bola usne And honestly that line explains the whole soul of this bike. फाइल फोटो : Front view of the Bajaj CT 110 showing its tough everyday design
The engine has a rough note not the showroom polished sound but that street kind of heartbeat You feel it when you pull away Raw but comforting in its own weird way.
Where it quietly wins
Aur haan one thing The Bajaj CT 110 rides like it already knows your road better than you do Every pothole speedbreaker broken lane it handles like it has seen them all before Nothing shakes it too much.
Brand says the mileage is big They always say that Earlier CT models also said the same and real world me it came down a bit But still the Bajaj CT 110 uses less fuel than most commuters and that matters when month end comes and wallet gets light.
But yes not perfect
Let me say it as it is The brakes sometimes feel soft And the stock tyres give a small fear on wet roads One rider once told me bro on rainy road its not brakes its prayer little dramatic but I understood what he meant.
I remember one monsoon ride Light drizzle on the highway I was around maybe 45 the Bajaj CT 110 felt stable but the rear gave a tiny wiggle Not dangerous but that small hey upgrade the tyres whisper.
फाइल फोटो : Engine close view highlighting the raw and sturdy feel of the Bajaj CT 110
The part nobody writes about
After a decade in this work I realised the shiny bikes come and go People forget them fast But bikes like the Bajaj CT 110 stay in real human stories A student taking it to college A milk delivery guy paying for his family needs A shop owner moving everyday through the same messy route.
The Bajaj CT 110 is not chasing Bluetooth or apps or flashy screens It quietly says I will start lets go And that honesty hits different.
My take
For me the Bajaj CT 110 is not a show off machine Its a partner A stubborn hard working reliable partner Yes it needs better tyres Yes the brakes could be sharper But the value the daily trust the way it fits into Indian life Thats where it becomes a hero.
Simple rough steady Thats how the Bajaj CT 110 lives on our streets.
Ankit Kumar is a passionate automobile journalist, digital creator, and the founder of DailyAxle.com — a fast-growing auto news platform focused on cars, bikes, EVs, and launch updates. With a background in Journalism & Mass Communication from Delhi University, Ankit has spent the last five years exploring the Indian automobile industry, attending launch events, reviewing vehicles, and decoding complex auto trends for everyday readers.