Cromwell 125 Could Be Brixton's Next Motorcycle for India

Brixton Motorcycles has recently launched the Cromwell 1200 and 1200X models, along with the Crossfire 500X and 500XC, in India through a joint venture with the India-based company MotoHaus. We initially expected that the next offering from the Austrian brand would be the mid-capacity adventure tourer, the Crossfire 500 Storr. However, it seems that the next model might actually be an entry-level motorcycle—the Cromwell 125. Recently, we spotted the 125cc retro motorcycle in Kolhapur, where it was seen with some camouflage stickers covering its branding. It is uncertain whether the unit we observed is still undergoing testing for the Indian market or if it is already prepared for an imminent launch. Nonetheless, this suggests the Cromwell 125 could be Brixton's next offering in India.

The Brixton Cromwell 125 is a retro roadster, much like its larger sibling, the Cromwell 1200, but it is lighter and smaller in size. Built on a single-downtube cradle frame, it features classic styling that includes a flat seat, a metal tank, and wire-spoke wheels. Staying true to its retro design, the headlamp, taillight, instrument cluster, and turn indicators are all round, but they come equipped with LED illumination. The headlamp features Brixton's signature compass-like LED daytime running light, and the instrument cluster combines a small LCD screen with an analogue tachometer. Interestingly, the tachometer displays rev counts up to 16,000 rpm, even though the redline is set at 9,000 rpm.

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The Cromwell 125 features a single-cylinder, air-cooled engine paired with a five-speed gearbox. It produces approximately 11 horsepower at 9,000 RPM and 9.7Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM. These power figures align with other premium 125cc motorcycles in the market, such as the Bajaj Pulsar 125, TVS Raider, and Hero Xtreme 125R, although the peak power is achieved at a slightly higher RPM range. According to its global website, Brixton claims that the Cromwell 125 can reach a top speed of 99km/h and has a fuel consumption of about 43km/l. We can expect these figures to remain consistent in the Indian market as well.

In other markets, the Brixton Cromwell 125 is equipped with a classic wheel setup featuring an 18-inch front wheel and a 17-inch rear wheel, fitted with 100/90 and 120/80 section tyres, respectively. The motorcycle we observed in Kolhapur was equipped with CST tyres from China, where Brixton motorcycles are manufactured. However, finding suitable replacements from Indian tyre brands should not be difficult. Braking is managed by a 276mm disc brake at the front and a 220mm disc brake at the rear, featuring a Combined Braking System (CBS). Additionally, the company may offer front ABS assistance as an optional extra.

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The Cromwell is equipped with a telescopic front fork and dual hydraulic rear shock absorbers, weighing just 134kg when fully operational. Then, it has a very accessible seat height of only 770mm. In the Indian market, the only comparable model is the Keeway SR125, which has an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.2 lakh. However, considering the quality, features, and performance of both bikes, the Cromwell 125 may be priced slightly higher, estimated at around Rs 1.5 lakh in India.