Bajaj launches new Pulsar NS200 with added features at Rs 1.60 lakh

Bajaj has launched the updated Pulsar NS200 at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.60 lakh in Delhi. The new version costs Rs 11,000 more than the older USD fork variant priced at Rs 1.49 lakh.

New Features And Parts

The motorcycle gets a big update to its electronics and rider aids. It now features a bi-directional quickshifter, ride-by-wire throttle for ride modes, traction control, adjustable levers, a panic brake alert, a hazard switch, and a USB Type-C charging port. The old LCD screen is replaced by a new 5-inch TFT display that supports Google Maps mirroring. Mechanical changes include a thicker 37mm USD front fork, which replaces the older 33mm unit, alongside a new radial rear tyre.

Engine And Competitors

The bike keeps its 199.5cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine and 6-speed gearbox. Power output goes up by 1hp, moving from 24.5hp to 25.5hp, while torque stands at 18.7Nm. It also keeps the same perimeter frame, box-section swingarm, and rear monoshock. At Rs 1.60 lakh, the bike sits slightly above its main rival, the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, which costs between Rs 1.48 lakh and Rs 1.49 lakh.

Context

Motorcycle manufacturers often update existing models with new electronic features and safety aids to stay competitive in the market. The Pulsar series is one of the most well-known motorcycle lineups in the country, with various engine capacities catering to different types of buyers.