Hi, I have been using this bike since 2008. The experience has been really great. Must tell you that it is really comfortable for the rider and even more comfortable for someone sitting behind as there is a back rest. Its almost 8 years that I have been using this bike and has never ditched me. My suggestion to people would be is to keep servicing and maintaining your bikes. I have used it to travel long distances and I feel Bajaj is a really good brand when is comes to making sturdy bikes. If you are planning on buying Bajaj Avenger I would suggest. Take it. Its worth it. I would ask people who prefer comfort and style over mileage to take this as it does not give mileage like the average ordinary bikes.
Thanks
Suhail