I had to buy a bike and it was long over due. Pulsar was out of question as its too damn common and rest all just dont match up. Thunderbird and all were way too expensive. Avenger was more of a commercial compromise for me but it sure doesnt let u feel so. I purchased AVENGER almost 2 months back and have rode almost 1500 KMS, including two more then 200 KMS trips. When it comes to riding comfort bike score a 9.0 on 10. The gear shift is also smooth although takes a little getting used to. The riding is smooth, being heavy bike it comfortably rides out of small pots n holes. I was expecting a milage of somewhere between 35 to 40 b4 1st service but I it fared better then that and crossed 45. The separate handle and ignition lock can be a pain sometimes. Some ppl said that it needs a fuel meter but hey these bikes are not for fuel conscious 1s. ..... ........ ......... .......... . ............ . .................... ......... ....... ............ ......... ............................ I will add more regarding the driving experience as soon as the rains hit.
Ok Its 3 services and bryoond now.. the average has settlled close to 43-45, met with 1 minor accident too but bikes ok.. thr is one big problem and tht is the rear view mirrors .. they r essential to the look and become useless very soon .. they become loose and then they have to b replaced.
also the servicing is a headace as only1 sevice station in whole state. spares is a mess too.. few bikes on road means few spares on shelf.