Bajaj Auto just rolled out the new Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 in India. Both get updated engines, a stiffer chassis, and digital displays. The Pulsar 125 starts at Rs 92,990. The Pulsar 150 comes in at Rs 1,15,233. One big change: both bikes now use a rear monoshock instead of the old twin shocks. The overall look stays familiar, so you’ll still recognize them on the road.
Key Takeaways
- Prices start at Rs 92,990 for the Pulsar 125 and Rs 1,15,233 for the Pulsar 150.
- Both models replace twin rear shocks with a nitrogen gas-charged rear monoshock.
- Top variants gain a 5-inch color TFT display with Bluetooth pairing and navigation features.
- The Pulsar 150 introduces three riding modes: Road, Rain, and Sport.
- Both bikes receive updated LED headlamp units and Type-C charging ports.
Engine Specifications and Performance
The Pulsar 125 uses a tweaked 124.58cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. You get 12 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 11 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. It’s matched to a five-speed gearbox.
The Pulsar 150 gets a 149.5cc single-cylinder engine. It puts out 14 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 13.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. Bajaj also reworked the five-speed gearbox to give you better acceleration in lower gears, which should help in city traffic.
Hardware and Tech Equipment
Both bikes now use a stiffer diamond-type frame, with the engine as a stressed member. On the Pulsar 125, you get 31mm front telescopic forks and a rear monoshock. The Pulsar 150 steps it up with 33mm forks at the front and the same monoshock at the back.
Brakes? The Pulsar 125 comes with a 260mm front disc and a 130mm rear drum, plus a Combined Braking System. The Pulsar 150 gives you options: single-disc or dual-disc. The dual-disc version has a 260mm disc up front and a 230mm disc at the rear, with single-channel ABS for extra safety.
Tech is a big part of this update. The base models get a digital LCD cluster. Higher trims step up to a 5-inch color TFT display with Bluetooth, call alerts, Google Maps navigation, and document storage. The Pulsar 150 also adds three riding modes, Road, Rain, and Sport. Top variants get an automatic start-stop system to help you save fuel at traffic lights. Handy if you spend a lot of time in city jams.
Market Rivals
Wondering about rivals? The Pulsar 125 takes on the TVS Raider 125, Hero Xtreme 125R, and Honda SP 125. The Pulsar 150 faces off with the Honda Unicorn, TVS Apache RTR 160, and Yamaha FZ series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the starting price of the updated Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 in India?
A1. The Pulsar 125 starts at Rs 92,990, while the Pulsar 150 starts at Rs 1,15,233 (ex-showroom).
Q2. Do the updated Pulsar models feature rear monoshock suspension?
A2. Yes, both motorcycles now come equipped with a rear monoshock setup instead of the older twin shock absorbers.
Q3. Does the updated Pulsar 150 have riding modes?
A3. Yes, the updated Pulsar 150 features three riding modes: Road, Rain, and Sport.
Q4. What display options are available on the new models?
A4. Bajaj offers a 4.8-inch digital LCD screen on base variants and a 5-inch color TFT screen with smartphone connectivity and navigation on higher trims
