If you ask any regular person on the road to name a Chinese bike, the first name they would say is the “RKS”. They may not know the cubic capacity of the bike, and they may not know the brand, but they’ll know it’s an “RKS”. That is how the Keeway RKS series has been shaping the perception of all bike price in Bangladesh. People around the country know this motorcycle, and a significant contribution to this recognition is the Keeway RKS 100.

The Keeway RKS 100 is a 99cc bike by Keeway and was introduced to the Bangladeshi consumer by Aftab Automobile Ltd. It is a commuter bike. The bike was introduced to give the Bangladeshi people a bike within the 1 lac range.

Key Features:

Similar to most Keeway bikes, the Keeway RKS 100 was also designed by Benelli. The bike was designed with inspiration from the Benelli BN600. The design gives you a dignified feel. This bike was designed to look cool and orthodox at the same time. The graphics give you a feel of coolness in the owner and the structure tells you that the owner is serious and dedicated. The bike is a mechanical phenomenon.

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The Keeway RKS 100 has a tank size of 16 liters. A tank that big is quite suitable for long rides out of town. Most bikes generally have a tank of 12 liters, which makes it rather difficult to travel long distances. These few extra liters are very useful for highway rides.

The Keeway RKS 100 comes in three colors. They are:

• Red.
• Black.
• White.

The red one comes with white decals, while the black and white one comes with red decals. The decals are simple yet very exquisite.

Physical Attributes:

The Keeway RKS 100 is a short bike. The bike has a saddle height of only 760mm. For riders of height 5’2”, the bike will be considerably easy to control. The bike also has a thin body, which makes it rather easy to latch on to while riding.

The height, length, width, and weight of the Keeway RKS 100 are 1050mm, 2040mm, 760mm, and 125kg. The bike is substantially heavier than the typical 100cc bike, and that might be a bit inconvenient in regular commuting for a beginner. The bike is smaller than most bikes as well, it has a wheelbase of only 1260mm. A small and heavy bike does bring the question of balance in the equation.

Engine and Transmission:

The Keeway RKS 100 comes with a 99cc, SOHC, 4-stroke, and single-cylinder engine. The engine is air-cooled. The Keeway RKS 100 being a commuter bike, may not be as powerful as a performance-based bike but does have enough power to go around town. The engine gives out 7.38BHP of power at 7500rpm and 7.6Nm of torque at 5500rpm. The engine is a carburetor-fed engine. The bike is expected to give a mileage of 60kmpl.

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It has a regular wet multi-plate clutch system. The bike has a 4-speed gearbox, which is a disadvantage, considering a 5-speed gearbox would have been more suitable for the bike.

Brakes, Suspensions, and Wheels:

The Keeway RKS 100 is equipped with a disc-drum braking system, featuring a front disc brake and a rear drum brake. The front disc brake, a standard feature, often becomes the primary choice for experienced riders. Although the rear drum brake may raise questions about reliability, it's worth considering that this is a 100cc bike, so it's acceptable.

In terms of suspension, the Keeway RKS 100 sports telescopic forks at the front and a telescopic coil suspension at the rear. The front suspension consists of standard telescopic forks with 110mm of travel, making it suitable for city commuting and handling uneven roads. However, the rear suspension utilizes telescopic coils with spring-loaded action and offers a 60mm travel, which could be less comfortable for pillion riders during longer journeys.

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As for the wheels, the Keeway RKS 100 features alloy wheels and is equipped with 90/90 section tires at the front and 110/80 section tires at the rear. These tires, although relatively thin, provide sufficient grip for this agile bike with a modest power output.

Best For:

If you are a commuter who spends most of his time on a bike going around town, then the Keeway RKS 100 is for you. The Keeway RKS 100 was made to ride around town and occasional trips out of the city. The bike is not for speed lovers or performance seekers. The bike is for people with a tight budget and/or seeking efficiency.

In simple terms, it's safe to say that the Keeway RKS 100 has exceeded expectations and posed formidable competition for numerous rivals in the bike market. The Keeway RKS 100 boasts impressive specifications, making it a reliable choice in the context of bike price in Bangladesh.