Bajaj Pulsar 150

The Pulsar 150 retains the familiar muscular silhouette that has made the Pulsar name instantly recognisable, but the Next-Gen version gives it a more contemporary identity. The compact proportions, sculpted fuel tank and LED lighting give the motorcycle a stronger road presence without making it look excessive.

The feature list is quite extensive, offering a 5-inch colour LCD or a high-tech TFT display depending on the chosen variant, alongside modern essentials like Bluetooth connectivity, a Type-C USB charging port, and full LED lighting. Opting for the top variant also unlocks Google Maps mirroring. Furthermore, the transition to the next-gen platform brings in a rear monoshock setup and selectable ride modes, providing riders with genuine performance enhancements over simple aesthetic tweaks.

The relatively neutral ergonomics keep pressure off the wrists while providing enough control over the motorcycle. The split-seat and single-seat versions also offer some flexibility depending on the buyer's preference. Its approachable proportions and familiar layout should make it easy to settle into.

The Pulsar 150 is powered by a new 149.5 cc motor that puts out 14 PS and 14.1 Nm of torque. This added torque brings in better tractability at city speeds, which is well augmented by the crawl control tech as seen on the N160ss as well.

In terms of braking hardware, the standardisation of the entire range with a 260 mm disc setup for the front brakes is a downgrade. However, what’s also standard on the entire range is single-channel ABS, which is a welcome addition. 

In terms of fuel economy, while there is no official number for the new-gen Pulsar 150, it is expected to be along the same lines as the outgoing model. The fuel economy of the outgoing model was rated at 47.5 kmpl, and this model should be no different.

In terms of ride comfort, Bajaj has moved to a monoshock setup for the rear suspension, which brings in a better blend of ride and handling balance. This should give the new-gen Pulsar 150 better stability while out on the highway and also improve the comfort factor. 

However, there has been a downgrade on the front suspension setup. The bike now sports a 33 mm fork setup while the outgoing model had a 37 mm fork setup. However its expected that real-world experience shouldn’t be remarkably different.

Apart from the SD variant, the twin disc setup of the Pulsar 150 combined with the single channel ABS should offer decent braking power, thereby aiding in the safety aspect. What should also help while riding in the night are the powerful LED headlamps.