Mahindra Mojo

I was looking for a new bike that i could use for at least 10 yrs, so the bike build quality / reliability was my first criteria, followed by comfort for long distance touring and powerful, torquey engine.
Test ride before finalizing:- i test rode the following bikes - apache 200 rtr, Himalayan, duke 200, gixxer 250, xpulse 200, dominar 400 and Mahindra mojo. Here is the reason why I think mahindra mojo is better than all these other bikes. (I purchased mojo bs4 abs model in march 2020).
1No doubt mahindra mojo is less in power when compared to dominar 400, but mojo’s overall build quality, engine refinement and comfort is simply a notch above. I have ridden my bike for more than 10,000 kms now and even now the bike still looks and feels brand new. No suspension squeaks, or from brakes etc, no vibrating plastics (due to maximum metal parts used) while riding.
2The engine in mojo is butter smooth, very torquey and also free revving. At 4k rpm the bike hits 70kms and 6k rpm it will easily cross 110 kms. Since the bike has 6 gears I can effortlessly cruise and also get decent mileage or around 33 – 35 km/l. The petrol tank is also full metal (21 litres).
3) The front fork is now telescopic from the earlier usd but it is very sturdy plus comes with fork braces which i have not seen in any other bikes. I have gone over potholes at 80kms speed and the bike did not wobble and was very stable. Mojo has a unique rear suspension setup. The rear mono-shock is actually positioned slightly towards the left side (off-set like is some premium sport bikes). And most other bikes which have 5 or 6 stage setting, but mojo’s rear suspension has infinite adjustment as per your liking.
4) Also, mojo’s chassis is double tubular frame type, hence the bike is solid like a rock. The exhaust sound from the single stainless steel stock silencer is just music to ears. It along with the twin pod headlight setup is a head turner for sure
5) The bike seat is also very comfortable for both rider and pillion. The handle bar is also raised a bit and wide. The foot pegs are positioned in such a way that when you sit on the bike, your back is straight and your legs are neither bent back or stretched forward. It is a perfect rider triangle, which is very much required if you have back issues or want to ride for long distance. I have done 200+ kms non-stop on Bangalore-Hassan highway without any discomfort. I have now also started using the bike to commute to office and riding on the ring road is so much better.
6) Mahindra mojo also organizes regular free check-up / service camps. Spare parts are also not very costly and so is the service cost. Recommended oil change interval is 5k kms (1.25 litres) which is very decent for a 295cc engine. Air filter, oil filter, brake pads, chain & sprocket are very affordable.
7)The mojo tribe members are very knowledgeable, and even the showroom dealers as well as service representatives are very supportive. Mahindra mojo also organizes their annual anniversary rides for fellow riders to ride together, meet and have a good time. This experience is very important and honestly only brands selling bigger motorcycles offer these for their customers.
On the negative side, i wish the light throw would have been better from the twin-pod headlight setup. I have upgraded the bulbs to higher wattage and it has solved this issue. Some of the riders have installed aux light / fog lamps to increase the night visibility.
To conclude, what i suggest is you need to see the mojo in-person to feel its strong built quality, fit and finish. Also you must take it on a test ride to experience the comfort it offers and its refined, torquey engine. It really is a far superior motorcycle than any other in this price segment (between 2.5l - 2.7l onroad). It makes you feel as the owner of a premium motorbike with a unique charm and also gives you that commanding road presence.

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Excellent touring machine
Nimble for city rides
Good posture for off-roads, not recommended for enduros though.
A really good all-rounder bike with great engine refinement built quality and ride comfort.
Such an underrated gem machine in the market. Though still selling silently even after 7 years of launch. 2022 models are already rolling out.

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I never owned a Mahindra mojo cause I am still a student but I rode the Mahindra mojo many time's which belongs to my friend. Every time I rode this bike the dopamine levels are increased in my blood it also argued me to ride the bike again and again. The comfort it gives never caused me any issue and it's also felt premium also the look's are like a heavy bike and looks much like a Harley Davidson or a Indian bike and the power is awesome which is much better in its range. I always want to own a mojo bike but it was discontinued. I think the main reason for the discontinued is the bad or lack of proper promotions of the bike the mojo could have gained popularity if the proper promotions are done and it could became a great success the Mahindra company just like Thar.

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