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Welcome to the 'V' family! You are now the proud owner of the new Bajaj V15 / V12.
Bajaj V is more than just a bike. It contains the metal of INS Vikrant, making it the embodiment of
unshakable solidity. So, take a moment to soak in that undeniable sense of pride as you take seat
on a bike that epitomizes strength. With a solid build and stand-tall stance, prepare to ride like
you're invincible
Before you ride out, please read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the
operating mechanism, controls and maintenance requirements of your “V15 / V12”. This will ensure
you a safe and trouble free ownership experience.
To keep your bike in perfect running condition and deliver consistent performance, we have
specially programmed the periodic maintenance services which includes 3 free services and
subsequent paid services, as per the schedule contained in this booklet. We earnestly advise you
to avail all these services at any of our Bajaj Dealers or Authorised Service Dealer, who are well
equipped with all necessary facilities / genuine parts / oil and trained manpower to ensure the best
care for your “V15 / V12”. Your “V15 / V12” comes with a warranty of 2 Years or 30,000 Kms
whichever occurs earlier from the date of sale. For details please refer to “Warranty : Scope &
Limits” given in this manual.
Should you require any additional information feel free to contact us on our toll free no.:
1800 233 2453 or e-mail us at: customerservice@bajajauto.co.in or visit the Bajaj Auto website
www.bajajauto.com
Rev up, shift gears and enjoy the V15 experience…
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
BAJAJ AUTO LIMITED
Table of Contents
Description Safety and Warning information :
1. Technical Specifications 1
2. Identification Data 3 Warning : This indicates that a potential
3. Location of Parts 4 hazard or injury to you or other persons &
4. Steering cum Ignition lock 5
to the vehicle can happen if advice
5. Fuel Tank Cap / Fuel Tap 6
provided is not followed.
6. Speedometer Details 7
8. Control Switches 8
9. Removal & Fitment of Side Cover LH 10 Caution : This indicates that a potential
10. Removal & Fitment of Seat Assembly 11 hazard that could result in vehicle damage.
11. Removal & Fitment of Pillion Seat Cover 12 Follow the Advice provided with the
12. Location of Battery, Tool Kit & First Aid Kit 13 caution.
13. Daily Safety Checks 14
14. How to ride your Bike 15
15. Safe Riding Tips 18 Notice:
16. Engine Oil 19 The description and illustration in this booklet
17. Wheels - Tube less Tyre 20
are not to be taken as binding on the
18. Battery 21
manufacturers. The essential features of the
19. Periodic Maintenance Information 22
type described and illustrated herein remaining
20. Brake Fluid 24
unaltered. Bajaj Auto Limited reserves the right
21. Free Service Guidelines 25
to carry out at any moment without being
22. Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart 26
obliged to bring this booklet upto-date & to do
23. Non Use Maintenance 32
modifications on the vehicle, parts or
24. Delivery Certificate 33
accessories as may be convenient and
25. Warranty Scope & Limit 34
26. Battery Warranty Card
necessary.
Technical Specifications
Engine : 4 Stroke Engine Lubrication : Forced lubrication
Bore x Stroke : 57mm x 58.6mm (V15) Starting Aid : Self start / Kick start
: 52mm x 58.6mm (V12) Front Brake : Disc brake (V15)
Engine Displacement : 149.5 cc (V15) : Drum / Disc (V12)
: 124.45 cc (V12) Rear Brake : Drum brake
Compression Ratio : 9.8 : 1 Fuel Tank Capacity
Idling Speed : 1400 +/- 100 RPM Full : 13 liters
Max. Net Power (V15) : 12 PS at 7500 RPM Usable Reserve : 1.7 liters
(V12) : 10.75 PS at 7500 RPM Unusable Reserve : 1.1 liters
Max. Net Torque(V15) : 13 Nm at 5500 RPM Dimensions : V15 V12
(V12) : 11 Nm at 5500 RPM Length : 2044 mm 2040 mm
Ignition System : DC Width : 780 mm 780 mm
Spark Plug : 2 Nos Height : 1069 mm 1066 mm
: BOSCH or Champion Wheel base : 1315 mm 1315 mm
Spark Plug Gap : 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm Ground clearance : 165 mm 165 mm
Transmission : 5 speed constant mesh Tyre Size Front (V15) : 90/90-18 Tubeless
Gear Shifting Pattern : All Up (V12) : 2.75-18, 42P with Tube
1
Technical Specifications
Tyre Size Rear (V15) : 120/80-16 Tubeless Speedometer Lamp : 2W (2 nos.)
(V12) : 100/90-16,54P with Tube Low Battery Indicator : 2W
Tyre Pressure Bajaj Logo : 2W
Front 2
: 1.75 kgf/cm (25 PSI) Horn : 12V DC
Rear (Solo) : 2.00 kgf/cm2 (28 PSI) Vehicle Kerb Weight : 137 Kg. (V15)
Rear (with pillion) : 2.25 kgf/cm2 (32 PSI) : 133 Kg. (V12)
Electrical System : 12V DC Vehicle Gross Weight : 267 Kg. (V15)
Battery : 12V, 4 Ah VRLA : 263 Kg. (V12)
Head Lamp : 60/55W (V15)
: 35/35W (V12) Note :
• All dimensions are under UNLADEN condition.
Position Lamp : 3W (2 nos.)
• Above information is subject to change without any
Tail /Stop Lamp : LED notice.
Rear No. Plate lamp : 3W • This vehicle complies to BS IV standards.
Side Indicator lamp : 10W (4 Nos.) • AHO is government regulation.
Neutral Indicator : 2W
Hi Beam Indicator : 2W
Turn Signal Indicator : 2W
2
Identification Data
The Frame and Engine serial numbers are used to register the motorcycle. They are the unique
alpha-numeric codes to identify your particular vehicle from others of the same model and type.
3
Location of Parts
Pillion Seat Petrol Tank Front Brake Lever
Seat Cap
Cover
Tail
Lamp
Nitrox
Shock
Absorber
Pillion Front
Footrest Disc
Brake
Rear Brake
Pedal
Steering cum Ignition Lock : To Lock the Steering : To lock the steering,
turn the handle bar to the left / right side. Push
It has three positions.
& release the key. Turn the key to “LOCK”
position and remove the key.
LOCK: Steering locked. Ignition OFF.
To Unlock the Steering : To unlock steering,
insert the key in steering cum ignition lock &
OFF: Steering unlock. Ignition OFF. turn it clockwise to “OFF” or “ON” position.
Key : A common key is used for ‘Steering cum
Ignition lock’, ‘Fuel tank cap’ & ‘Side Cover
ON: Steering unlock. Ignition ON. LH’.
5
Fuel Tank Cap / Fuel Tap
Fuel Tap
RES
OFF
4
1
2 5
6
3 7
8
9
V15 V12
1. Speedometer: Vehicle speed will be displayed in 5. Fuel Level Indicator: It shows fuel level in fuel tank.
digital form in Km / Hr. 6. Low Fuel Indicator (V15) : It blinks in red colour
2. Odometer : The Odometer shows the total distance incase of low fuel level (1 bar or less). All bars blinks
that the vehicle has covered. Odometer can not be in red colour incase of mul-function in connection .
reset to ‘Zero’. 7. Hi Beam Indicator: When Headlight is ‘ON’ & Hi
3. Turn Signal Indicator (LH & RH): When Turn signal beam is selected, Hi beam indicator will glow.
switch is turned to Left or Right, Turn pilot Indicator - 8. Low Battery Indicator : It indicates battery needs
LH or RH will flash. charging.
4. Neutral Indicator: When the transmission is in Neutral, 9. Bajaj Logo : Bajaj logo flying ‘B’ continuously glow.
Neutral indicator will glow.
Note: Speedometer photograph shown is of V15.
7
Control Switches
A
D E
B C
G
E
A D F
10
Removal & Fitment of Seat Assembly
G
B
A
C
F
11
Removal & Fitment of Pillion Seat Cover
E
B
C
A
D
F
Tool Kit
• It is located inside ‘Tool Kit’ compartment
provided on ‘Rear Fender’.
13
Daily Safety Checks
Before riding motorcycle be sure to check • Brake Fluid level above MIN mark provided
following items. Please give proper importance on reservoir, applicable to disc brake
to these checks and perform all of them before vehicle.
riding motorcycle. • Function of all lights & horn.
If any irregularities are found during these
• Smooth steering movement without
checks, refer to the Maintenance chapter & see
restriction.
your dealer for the action required to return the
• Side stand return to their fully up position.
motorcycle to a safe operating condition.
• Correct inflation pressure in both tyres
Adequate tyre tread depth - no cracks /
Warning : Failure to perform these cuts.
checks every day before you ride may
• Correct rear viewing span adjustment of
result in serious damage or severe
mirror.
accident.
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How to Ride Your Bike
1. Starting The Engine : Wait 15 sec. between each operation of the starter
which will facilitate battery to recover.
• Turn the fuel tap to ‘ ’ or ‘ ’ position.
Note : The motorcycle is equipped with a clutch switch.
• Turn ignition switch key to ‘ ’ position. The engine can be started in any gear if the clutch lever
• Confirm that transmission is in neutral / is pressed.
press the clutch lever. Note : Incase of battery discharged condition, vehicle
• If the engine is cold or when starting for will start by kick.
first time, use manual choke ( ) for quick
starting. Choke lever is provided on ‘Control 2. Moving Off :
Switch LH’. • Check that Center/Side stand is up.
• Keep throttle closed & press starter button, • Depress the clutch lever.
• Release starter button after engine starts. • Shift into 1st gear.
• When the engine is warmed up enough to • Open the throttle and release the clutch
idle without using choke, return the manual lever slowly and simultaneously.
choke to OFF position. • As the clutch starts to engage, open the
OFF Note : Do not let the throttle a little more, giving the engine just
engine idle longer than 3 enough rpm to keep it from stalling.
ON
minuets otherwise it will
overheat. 3. Shifting Gears :
• Close throttle & depress the clutch.
• Shift into next higher or lower gear.
Caution : Do not operate the starter • Open the throttle and release the clutch
continuously for more than 5 seconds otherwise
battery would get discharged. lever slowly and simultaneously.
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How to Ride Your Bike
5 Running IN
4 Proper running-in is important for the better life
3
2 & trouble free performance of the vehicle.
1 • During first 2000 kms running-in period do
N not exceed following speed limits.
Kms 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Gear shifting
pattern 0 - 1000 14 22 30 37 44
Gear shifting Lever 1000 - 2000 18 28 38 46 55
Recommended Speed for Shifting Down • Always keep the speed below the limits
mentioned in the table.
th
From 5 to 4 Gear th
41 ~ 44 km/h
• Do not race the engine excessively.
th
From 4 to 3 Gear rd
32 ~ 35 km/h • Do not start moving or race the engine
immediately after starting. Run the engine
rd
From 3 to 2 Gear nd
23 ~ 26 km/h for a minute at idle speed to give the oil a
chance to workup into the engine.
From 2 nd st
to 1 Gear 15 ~ 18 km/h
4. Braking :
Warning : When shifting down to lower • Close the throttle completely, leaving the
gear, do not shift at such high speed that clutch engaged (except where shifting gears)
engine rpm jumps excessively. This may so that the engine braking will help slow
cause engine damage, & rear wheel may down the motorcycle.
skid. Downshifting should be done at • Shift down one gear at a time so that you
recommended speeds as shown in table are in Neutral when you come to a complete
above. stop.
16
How to Ride Your Bike
• When stopping, always apply both brakes at Good Riding Habits :
the same time. De-clutch as necessary to • Ride smoothly and steadily at an optimum
avoid engine stalling. driving speed of 40 to 50 Km/h
• Never lock the brakes, or it will cause the • Avoid harsh braking.
tyres to skid. When cornering, use brakes • Change the gear judiciously according to
the speed and load requirement.
judiciously & do not de-clutch. Reduce your
• Don’t overload the vehicle above the
speed before you get into the corner. For specified payload.
emergency braking, disregard downshifting, • Use the accelerator judiciously.
and concentrate on applying brakes as hard • Cut off the engine if you want to stop for
as possible without skidding. more than two minutes.
17
Safe Riding Tips
Safe Riding Tips • Always carry vehicle registration & insurance papers,
• Always wear Helmet while and a valid driving licence with you.
driving or riding. Your helmet • Avoid driving on loose sand or stones where vehicle is
should conform to appropriate likely to skid.
Indian standards. • Properly wrap-up loose clothes while driving or riding
• Read thoroughly the instructions to avoid entangling in wheel or other objects on road.
given in this manual and follow Monsoon Care :
them carefully.
• It is suggested to customer to take appropriate care in
• Avoid unnecessary accessories for the safety of both area of heavy monsoon or high rainfall area. The
rider and other motorists. appropriate surface preventive coat to avoid rusting /
• When applying the brakes, use both front & rear poor surface finish on account of adverse atmospheric
brakes simultaneously. Applying only one brake may conditions.
cause the vehicle to loose control. • Vehicle cleaning to be done with soft & clean wet cloth
• Riding at proper speed and avoiding unnecessary to avoid scratches on painted parts.
acceleration and braking are important not only for • Clean & lubricate all the important parts as detailed in
safety and low fuel consumption, but also for longer life a periodic maintenance chart.
of the vehicle.
• Do not apply direct water jet on painted, electrical /
• During monsoon drive the vehicle more cautiously. electronic parts.
Remember vehicles skid more easily during light
• Do not obstruct engine cooling by adding mud
showers.
protection sheet from front.
• Drive cautiously. Start early & reach your destination
safely.
18
Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil:
Always insist on Bajaj Genuine Engine Oil
A for optimum engine performance and
warranty benefits. It is a specially formulated
oil for vehicles with DTS-i engines.
Engine Oil Level Checking : • Engine oil replacement frequency : 1st service &
• Check engine oil level every day. Park then every 10,000 Km.
vehicle perpendicular to the ground on level • Engine oil level top-up frequency : Every 5000 km.
surface.
• Check oil level through oil level gauge ‘B’. CAUTION :
• Always maintain engine oil level between • It is important to adhere to recommen-
upper (C) and lower (D) mark provided on ded grade & frequency of oil change
Cover RH. Top up with specified grade of for long life of engine components.
oil if the oil level is below lower level • Do not reuse drained oil.
mark.
Engine Oil Capacity : Driving with insufficient, deteriorated or
• Refill at servicing : 1000 ml. contaminated engine oil will cause faster wear
• During engine overhaul : 1100 ml. of parts & may result in engine seizure.
19
Wheels - Tube Less Tyre
Wheel Puncture :
• Visit nearest known tubeless tyre repair shop
to remove puncture.
• Remove puncture by Filler or Plug method
only.
• Do not use patch method to remove
puncture of tubeless tyre.
0.7 to
0.8 mm
Spark Plug
• Remove spark plugs by using plug spanner.
• Clean the spark plugs.
• Adjust the gaps if incorrect by bending
outer electrode carefully.
Spark Plug Gap : 0.7 to 0.8 mm.
Spark Plug (2 Nos.) : BOSCH UR4AC
Champion PRZ9HC
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Periodic maintenance Information
Drive Drive
Chain Chain
Cleaning Lubrication
Drive chain must be cleaned & lubricated as • Wipe off excess oil or dripping oil & close
per periodic maintenance schedule. the window cover.
Non Sealed Drive chain • Chain to be cleaned & lubricated by chain
greasing unit at every 5000 Kms. at
• Put vehicle on center stand. Normal dust
authorised dealership only.
should be cleaned by lint free cloth.
• Lubricate chain with SAE 90 oil. Ensure oil
is directed on to the ends of bushes & links
on either side.
• Rotate rear wheel for proper lubrication of
entire chain.
23
Brake Fluid
Front Brake
Fluid level
indicator
Availing all Free / Paid Services, replacing mandatory periodic parts & engine oil will entitle warranty eligibility.
25
Periodic maintenance & Lubrication Chart
RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY
Sr. Operation
st nd rd
Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free Every Subsequent
No. 500 4500 9500 5000 Km after
Kms ~ ~ ~ Previous Service
750 5000 10000
1. Water wash & dry the vehicle Ensure to prevent water
completely entry in Petrol tank,
Silencer & electrical
Parts. Use caustic free
detergent for washing.
2. Engine oil (Bajaj DTSi 10000 oil) C,R R Top R Top R Top R BGO DTSi 10W30 for
Up Up Up 100cc models.
BGO DTSi 20W50 for
Models above 125cc.
4. Oil strainer CL CL CL CL CL
16. Non-Sealed drive chain CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A
cleaning & lubrication
17. Sealed drive chain CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A CL,L,A Customer to apply OKS
cleaning & lubrication chain lub spray at every
500 kms.
21. Brake cam & brake pedal pivot pin C,L,R C C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R Use AP grease.
23. Brake fluid level **- top up / replace C,A,R C,A R Use recommended
brake fluid
(DOT3/DOT4)
25. All cables & rear brake pedal-free play C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A
26. Battery electrolyte level, specific gravity C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A Not applicable for
VRLA battery
27. Wiring harness & Battery connections- C,A,T C,A,T C,A,T C,A,T C,A,T C,A,T C,A,T C,A,T
routing, tie bands & clamps tightness.
28. Ignition switch barrel cleaning C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL Use WD40 spray
30. Steering play C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A
31. Steering stem bearing*** & C,CL,L,R C,CL, C,CL, C,CL, Check & replace if
Cap steering bearing (Plastic)** L,R L,R L,R Damaged. Use HP
Lithon RR3 grease for
lubrication.
32. Main stand & side stand pin** CL,L CL,L CL,L CL,L Use AP grease.
34. All fasteners tightness C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T
37. Idle speed / CO% C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A C,A
41. Spoke tightening**-Front & Rear C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T C,T
43. SAI, EVAP hoses - Check functionality, C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R C,R Replace if cut / damaged
leakage or any other damage**
44. EVAP drain tube cleaning** CL CL CL CL CL CL CL CL
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Delivery Certificate
FRAME NO. :
Dealer Code :
Dealer Name :
Address :
Customer's Signature (To be filled in by the dealer) Contact No. :
SERVICE RECORD
Sr. Age Specific Dealer’s Stamp * Code For Remarks:
Date Gravity Voltage Remarks & Signature * Code
No. Mths. LL : Low electrolyte level.
1 AE : Electrical system needs attention.
2 IR : Insufficient running of vehicle.
3 CB : Cover broken.
4 BC : Broken Container.
5 PM : Poor maintenance.
6 BA : Battery abused.
Note : Customer should insist that “Service Record" must be filled by respective authorised battery dealer as proof of specified
maintenance for easy settlement of claim, if any.
TO BE FILLED IN BY BATTERY DEALERS / DISTRIBUTORS
IN CASE OF CLAIM
Name of Dealer & Code :__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Date of claim :________________________________________________Battery Type :_______________
Serial No. :__________________________________________________Date of Fitment :______________