Instrument pods of all Bajaj bikes have never lacked style and the Fusion is no exception. A speed cum fuel gauge is employed while the telltale lights are neatly positioned on the left of the panel. A fancy looking switchgear has also been employed but is diffucult to access. The rear end has been stylised and the integrated tail lamp cum indicators look suspiciously similar to Devil's horns. How the superstitious Indian market will respond to this is difficult to say.

The side panels have also been redesigned to look more contemporary and the clean, unclutttered lines indeed look smart. Powering the Fusion is a 4-stroke single cylinder air-cooled powerplant derived from the unit used in Legend. Maximum power is rated at 9bhp while maximum torque is 11.3Nm. A four-speed gearbox operated by a twist grip assembly transfers power to the rear wheel. Being a four-stroke, expect fuel consumption figures to be in the region of 60-65 kmpl. Maximum speed will be around 70 kmph.

The scooter uses a monocoque chassis and riding position is comfortable. Front suspension uses a coil spring and shock absorber with the now standard anti-drive link. The Fusion, when launched in March-April, is expected to replace the Legend in the showrooms. Positioned as a traditional scooter with futuristic styling, Bajaj Auto hopes to infuse some much needed excitement into the scooter segment. If any scooter can wangle this, it has to be the Fusion.