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    Bajaj Auto Sales Up 8% YoY in May 2025 – Exports Register Double-Digit Growth

    New Bajaj Pulsar 400Bajaj Auto recorded total sales of 3,84,621 units in May 2025, an 8% YoY Growth, boosted primarily by increased global demand
    Bajaj Auto Limited, a leading two wheeler and CV maker in India, has released their sales results for May 2025. As we break down these sales figures across its 2W and CV segments, we find that the company has recorded a marginal increase in 2W domestic sales while its CV sales suffered a negative impact. Where the company has shown outstanding performance is in global markets.
    Bajaj Auto YoY Sales May 2025
    For the month of May 2025, Bajaj Auto has sold 3,84,621 units. This includes both its 2W and CV sales in domestic and global markets. This was an 8% YoY growth from 3,55,323 unit sales of May 2024. It was also a substantial improvement from a total of 3,65,810 units sold in April 2025.
    Bajaj Auto Sales May 2025
    In the 2W range, the company continued to witness strong demand for its Pulsar lineup, Platina and more specifically for its Chetak range. Sales in domestic markets improved by 2% to 1,91,412 units in May 2025, up from 1,88,340 unit sales in May 2024. Exports surged 20% to 1,40,958 units, which was a dramatic improvement from 1,17,142 units shipped in the same month last year. This took total 2W sales to 3,32,370 units, a 9% YoY growth from 3,05,482 units sold in May 2024.
    Demand for the company’s commercial vehicle lineup dipped by 7% in domestic markets. Sales which had grown to 36,747 units in May 2024 fell to 34,321 units last month. Again it was exports that saw a marked increase by 37% to 17,930 units from 13,094 units on a YoY basis. Boosted by increased exports, total CV sales showed off a 5% YoY growth to 52,251 units from 49,841 units.
    Total 2W + CV sales remained flat at 2,25,733 units in May 2025 from 2,25,087 units in May 2024, a marginal increase of 646 units. Exports, on the other hand, grew by 22% to 1,58,888 units from 1,30,236 units on a YoY basis.
    Bajaj Auto Sales YTD FY 2025/26
    Bajaj Auto YTD Sales May 2025
    On a year to date (YTD) basis, that is taking into account sales during the months of April and May 2025, Bajaj Auto sold a total of 7,50,431 units. This included both 2W and CV sales, both in domestic and global markets. It was a minimal increase from 7,43,579 unit sales experienced in the same two month period of last year.
    A decline was seen in 2W domestic sales by 6% to 3,80,027 units in April-May 2025 from 4,05,290 units sold in the same period of 2024. Exports were up 12% to 2,70,280 units from 2,41,981 units thus taking total 2W sales to 6,50,307 units. CV sales also saw lower domestic demand by 4% to 66,321 units from 68,880 units while exports saw double-digit growth of 23% with 33,803 units shipped in the April-May 2025 period from 27,428 units exported in the same period last year.
    This increased global demand took total CV sales up by 4% to 1,00,124 units from 96,308 units. Total 2W + CV sales in domestic markets showed off a 6% decline to 4,46,348 units while total exports were up 13% to 3,04,083 units. More

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    Bajaj Sales Breakup April 2025 – Pulsar, Platina, Chetak, Freedom

    New Bajaj Pulsar N160 Single SeatBajaj reported a 14.25% year-on-year decline in domestic sales for April 2025 even as its electric scooter has witnessed immense demand
    Bajaj Auto Limited recorded domestic sales at 1,79,676 units in April 2025. This was a 14.25% YoY decline from 2,09,530 units sold in April 2024. In terms of volumes, this related to a 29,854 unit decline even as the company’s sole electric offering, the Chetak has seen outstanding demand.
    Weak performance was seen across both Pulsar and Platina range, however, these two models contributed to 84% of total sales. There were 1,24,012 units of the Pulsar range sold last month, a 14.36% YoY decline from 1,44,809 units sold in the same month of the year ago period.
    Bajaj Pulsar and Platina Sales April 2025
    In the Pulsar range it was the 125cc that commanded highest attention with 79,201 unit sales, while 15,028 units of Pulsar 150cc and 24,870 units of Pulsar 200cc were sold last month. Pulsar 200cc showed off positive demand while 250cc sales dipped to 4,400, down by 28.92% on a YoY basis. 2025 Pulsar NS400Z has been recently updated and initial models have started moving into company showrooms.
    Platina sales also suffered hefty losses in April 2025 down by 32.61% to 29,689 units. There had been 44,054 units sold in the same month last year. The Platina contributed 16.52% to Bajaj overall sales.
    Bajaj Sales Breakup April 2025
    Bajaj Chetak in High Demand
    At No. 3 was the Chetak. This electric scooter has been in high demand. Last month, its sales volumes jumped by 72.79%, reaching 19,216 units, compared to 11,121 units sold in April 2024. Bajaj Auto has recently launched the Chetak 3503, which is part of its 35 Series Chetak electric scooters. This new model offers four color options and a range of onboard technologies, although some features have been slightly reduced compared to Chetak 3502 and Chetak 3501 models.
    Bajaj CT saw a YoY setback by 42.54% to 3,948 units in April 2025, down by 2,923 units from 6,871 unit sales of April 2024. These sales were entirely seen for the CT 110cc model with the 125cc not recording any sales.
    Avenger sales also suffered double digit YoY decline by 45.86% to 1,020 units in April 2025. This was down from 1,884 units sold in the same month last year. Most sales figures were seen for the Avenger 200cc at 1,003 units while there were 17 units of Avenger 250cc sold last month.
    Bajaj Sales Breakup April 2025
    Freedom 125 CNG+Petrol Bi-fuel motorcycle added 993 units to the company sales tally last month. Bajaj Freedom sets new benchmarks in terms of fuel efficiency and offers around 102 km/kg mileage. It is presented in three variants of Drum, Drum LED and Disc LED
    Increased demand was seen in the case of Bajaj Dominar with 798 unit sales last month. This was a marginal 0.88% YoY increase from 791 units sold in April 2024. In the Dominar range, it was the 400cc model that commanded higher attention with 462 unit sales while the 250cc amassed 336 unit sales last month. More

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    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Gets A Power Boost, New Features

    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z With A Power BoostWhile receiving multiple performance-oriented updates, the 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z mostly retains its visual aesthetics
    Launched in May 2024, the biggest Pulsar ever, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, has delivered better results than the Dominar 400 in the 400cc segment. To enhance its value proposition, Bajaj will soon launch the 2025 NS400Z with several functional updates. A leaked promo has revealed some interesting details. Let’s take a look.
    2025 Pulsar NS400Z – Now delivers 43 PS
    Users can expect more exhilarating rides with the 2025 Pulsar NS400Z, as power output has been bumped up to 43 PS. The current model utilizes a 373.27 cc engine that generates 40 PS and 35 Nm of torque. While torque output of 2025 Pulsar NS400Z has not been revealed, it is estimated to be around 37 Nm. The enhanced performance is similar to that of the old generation 390 Duke.
    With more power, the 2025 Pulsar NS400Z has better numbers to show against rivals. Both Triumph Speed 400 and Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 generate 40 PS, whereas TVS Apache RTR 310 makes 35.6 PS. For performance enthusiasts, the increased power output of 2025 Pulsar NS400Z can be an advantageous factor. However, KTM 390 Duke will continue to lead this segment with 46 PS and 39 Nm of torque.
    Quick-shifter, sintered brake pads
    To ensure users can access the enhanced performance capabilities of 2025 Pulsar NS400Z seamlessly, Bajaj has introduced a quick-shifter. It will allow faster and smoother gear changes, improving overall ride experience. The quick-shifter unlocks new possibilities with the bike, particularly at high speeds.
    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
    To handle the enhanced performance, 2025 Pulsar NS400Z also gets sintered brake pads. These offer multiple advantages such as more predictable stopping power, heat resistance and longer life. Rear tyre is now wider at 150/60, which will ensure enhanced grip. The current model utilizes 110/70 front and 140/70 rear tyres. Both ends have 17-inch wheels.
    Apart from these updates, most other features are expected to be the same as earlier. Some of the key highlights include an aerodynamic design, LED projector headlamps and an aggressive front fascia with signature lightning bolt DRL. The bike has a Bluetooth-enabled LCD console that offers access to call/message alerts, navigation and music. A lap timer has also been provided.
    Pulsar NS400Z has ride modes of Road, Rain, Sport and Off-road, which will be carried over with the new model. Other highlights include a USB charger, disc brakes at both ends, dual-channel ABS, 5-step adjustable brake and clutch levers, traction control and USD front forks in golden finish.
    2025 Pulsar NS400Z
    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z pricing
    With the updates, the 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z could be offered at a slightly higher pricing. However, it will continue to be the most affordable in its class. The current model is available at a starting price of Rs 1.85 lakh. Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 has a price tag of Rs 2.39 lakh. Speed 400 is priced at Rs 2.46 lakh, whereas TVS RTR 310 starts at Rs 2.50 lakh. KTM 390 Duke is the most expensive in this group, starting at Rs 2.97 lakh (all prices Ex-sh). More

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    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Updated With Better Equipment

    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
    When a motorcycle manufacturer launches a product and then buyers and prospective customers give feedback for changes, that’s usually a call for action in a future update. Not for Bajaj, though. The company has just updated its Pulsar NS400Z with better equipment in just a year since it was originally launched.
    This aligns with Bajaj’s commitment to serving motorcycling enthusiasts with a well-engineered product and shows how much the company values customer and media feedback. Bajaj is offering better equipment with 2025 Pulsar NS400Z addressing some of the reservations that customers had expressed with this motorcycle. Let’s take a look at all these changes.
    2025 Pulsar NS400Z
    2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
    As revealed in the video by Machine Rules, Bajaj Auto has updated the ‘biggest ever Pulsar’, the Pulsar NS400Z in India. Updated 2025 model has started to arrive at dealerships. There seems to be a price bump with this update of around Rs 8,000 over the previous Ex-sh price of Rs 1.83 lakh.
    2025 Pulsar NS400Z
    On the surface, 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z looks like it hasn’t been changed at all. That’s because the colours and graphics remain identical to 2024 model. The most notable change with 2025 model is in its tyres. Bajaj has up-sized rear tyre from 140-section to 150-section for a larger contact patch between tyre and road surface.
    2025 Pulsar NS400Z Sintered Brake Pads
    Also, these tyres are now Apollo Alpha H1, which is Apollo’s top-spec tyres, promising better grip and traction. It has to be noted that Pulsar NS400Z used to come with MRF REVZ-S tyres. Second change is in the form of sintered brake pads over the previous organic ones, which should offer much better stopping power and offer an improved feel at the levers.
    2025 Pulsar NS400Z
    Improved equipment
    Handling and braking were some of the criticisms by customers and enthusiasts towards Pulsar NS400Z. With 2025 Pulsar NS400Z update, Bajaj is fixing both and making the motorcycle more appealing to prospective buyers. Other than these changes, 2025 Pulsar NS400Z is completely carried over as it was with the same features and other components.
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    Because this is a MY25 update, Bajaj Auto has also made changes to its engine to bring it in line with the latest BS6 P2 OBD2B emission standards set forth by the Indian Government. This is a 373cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled unit that is capable of delivering around 40 bhp and 35 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
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    Bajaj Sales April 2025 – Exports Registered Steady Growth

    2025 Bajaj Pulsar RS200One of India’s leading 2W manufacturers, Bajaj Auto, has announced its sales performance for the month of April 2025. The company has had positive growth across the exports, but domestic sales have not been too kind. Bajaj sold a total of 3,65,810 units in April 2025, but was not enough for positive YoY growth. Let’s break down the numbers.
    Bajaj Sales April 2025 – PV Sales
    For the month of April 2025, Bajaj sold a total of 3,65,810 units including 2W and CVs across both domestic and export markets. When compared to the 3,88,256 units sold in April 2024, Bajaj Auto witnessed a YoY decline of 6%, losing 22,446 units in volume YoY. The popular products continue to be Pulsar lineup, Chetak range, Platina and others.
    Splitting the numbers across domestic and exports, we can see that Bajaj sold 2,20,615 units in the domestic market and shipped 1,45,195 units to various export markets. While the company registered an 11% YoY de-growth over 2,49,083 units sold last year, there was a 4% YoY growth in exports when compared to 1,39,173 units shipped last year.
    It has to be noted that domestic market accounts for 60.3% of Bajaj’s total sales and exports account for 39.69%. Splitting those numbers further, we can see that Bajaj sold 3,17,937 2W in total, which was a 7% YoY decline as opposed to the 3,41,789 units sold in April 2024, a year ago.
    Bajaj Sales April 2025
    Of these 3,17,937 2W vehicles, 1,88,615 units were sold in the domestic market and 1,29,322 units were shipped to global export markets. Domestic market witnessed a decline of 13% YoY losing 28,335 units YoY, while exports surged 4% YoY gaining 4,483 units in volume YoY. Domestic sales accounted for 59.32% of Bajaj’s total sales, while exports accounted for 40.67%.
    Bajaj CV Sales
    Where CV sales are concerned, Bajaj Auto accounted for little to no decline in sales. There was a total of 47,873 CVs sold in April 2025, which is 3% higher than last year’s 46,467 units, gaining 1,406 units in volume. Within the domestic market, Bajaj sold 32,000 CVs, which is just a hair under 32,133 units from last year with a negligible drop in sales with 133 units lost in volume.
    15,873 of these CVs were shipped to global markets with 3% YoY growth, gaining 1,539 units in volume. Within the total CV sales, domestic market accounted for 66.84% and exports accounted for 33.15%. More

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    Bajaj Chetak 3503 Launch Price Rs 1.1 Lakh – Most Affordable In 35 Series

    Bajaj Chetak 3503With the launch of 35 Series of its Chetak electric scooters, Bajaj Auto introduced a larger battery and a new chassis. This 35 Series spawned a duo of electric scooters that played a major role in boosting sales for the brand and making it India’s best-selling electric scooter in the month of March 2025.
    After Chetak 3501 and Chetak 3502, Bajaj Auto has just launched Chetak 3503 electric scooter. The new Chetak 3503 is the most affordable variant in the 35 Series and is priced at Rs 1.1 lakh (Ex-sh), positioned below Chetak 3502 and the flagship Chetak 3501. Outside of 35 Series, Chetak 2903 variant continues to be on sale in India.
    Bajaj Chetak 3503 Launch
    India’s best-selling electric 2W manufacturer in March 2025, Bajaj Auto, has just launched the most affordable variant of its big battery Chetak 35 Series electric scooter. This is a direct dig at Ola S1X+, Ather Rizta S and TVS iQube 3.4 and the likes that promise long-range for affordable prices as they are low on features and equipment.
    Bajaj Chetak 3503
    Chetak 3503 is priced at Rs 1.1 lakh (Ex-sh) and is positioned below the Chetak 3502 priced at Rs 1.22 lakh (Ex-sh) and Chetak 3501 priced at Rs 1.3 lakh (Ex-sh). There are four colour options offered by Bajaj for Chetak 3503. These include Brooklyn Black, Indigo Blue, Matt Grey and Cyber White.
    There is a slight decrease in the features list with Chetak 3503, when compared to Chetak 3502 and Chetak 3501. However, it is not under-equipped in anyway. Notable features with Chetak 3503 include hill hold assist, a colour LCD cluster with Bluetooth and music control, call management, ride modes (Eco & Sports) along with LED headlights and more.
    Features & Specs
    Features removed to achieve this price point include sequential turn indicators, front disc brakes and it gets a slightly slower charging (0-80% in 3h 25m). Because it falls under the 35 Series, it gets the newer chassis that has a 35L under-seat storage and it gets Chetak’s hallmark metal body as well.
    Bajaj Chetak 3503
    Powering the Chetak 3503 is the same 3.5 kWh battery pack as Chetak 3502 and Chetak 3501. Because it is an affordable variant, Bajaj has dulled down performance a little and top-speed of Chetak 3503 is 63 km/h. However, the range has gone up and Bajaj is claiming 155 km of range from a single charge. More

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    2025 Bajaj Dominar 400 Reach Showrooms Before Launch – New Features

    2025 Bajaj Dominar 400Earlier this year, spy shots of 2025 Bajaj Dominar 400 surfaced on the internet. This is the first time Bajaj has offered a meaningful update to its flagship Dominar brand for a very long time. Now, we can see these units have reached dealerships ahead of launch, flaunting their newfound updates. Let’s take a closer look.
    2025 Bajaj Dominar 400
    Marketed as a Power Cruiser, Bajaj Dominar 400 has been a great choice for motorcycling enthusiasts who craved a bike that can do the daily commutes and be able to stretch its legs on the highway. Many motorcycles can do these duties, but not with the same vigorous performance that Dominar 400 offers.
    Even with the 2025 model, Dominar 400 continues to be offered in a sole variant with Touring accessories fitted as standard. This motorcycle still carries a functional windscreen, knuckle guards, a rear luggage rack and a pillion backrest. There don’t seem to be any changes in touring capabilities of this motorcycle.
    Where we can see changes, are in the instrumentation department. Bajaj is offering an improved fully digital instrument cluster. This is the same unit that made its debut with Pulsar NS400Z, which incidentally, gets the same engine as Dominar 400. With this new cluster, Dominar now gets Bluetooth connectivity for the first time.
    2025 Bajaj Dominar 400
    A second tell-tale cluster on its fuel tank has been eliminated completely and in its place, we now get a USB charger. To control this new instrument cluster, Bajaj has updated the switchgear as well, which also resembles the ones seen on Pulsar NS400Z. There’s a D-Pad on left switchgear that will be used to control this cluster.
    What else does it get?
    Speculations suggest inclusion of ride-by-wire and ABS modes with 2025 Bajaj Dominar 400, similar to Pulsar NS400Z. We can expect some changes to the engine that will make it compliant with the latest and more stringent BS6 P2 OBD2B emission standards that came into effect from vehicles manufactured after April 1st, 2025.
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    Other than meeting newer emission standards, there shouldn’t be any dramatic changes to Dominar 400’s performance. The 373.3cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine will be capable of delivering around 39 bhp and 35 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Bajaj might add more colours and we can expect a slight price bump over the current model’s Rs 2.26 lakh (Ex-sh) price tag. More

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    2025 Bajaj Platina 110 Reach Showrooms Before Launch – Major Update

    2025 Bajaj Platina 110 UpdatedEarlier this year, Bajaj discontinued Platina 110 ABS variant from its portfolio alongside CT125X and Pulsar F250. However, the company carried over non ABS drum brake variant of Platina 110 forward. Fast forwarding to April 2025, Bajaj has given Platina 110 a major update and updated units have been reaching showrooms. Let’s take a closer look.
    2025 Bajaj Platina 110
    The affordable budget commuter segment has been one-sided for a very long time in the favour of Hero MotoCorp’s Splendor range. However, Hero doesn’t operate in the 110cc segment, which is positioned between 100cc and 125cc. That’s where Bajaj’s Platina 110 comes into the scene and for MY25 version, it brings major updates along with it.
    2025 Bajaj Platina 110 Updated
    For starters, there seems to be a new set of colours and the one seen in the video by Machine Rules shows a new colourway. Where black acts as the base colour and there’s a light green shade used for highlights and graphics. Same shade of green can also be seen in pinstriping done on alloy wheels.
    In contrast, the MY24 Platina 110 was offered in three colourways with graphics – Ebony Black Blue, Ebony Black Red and Cocktail Wine Red – Orange. Apart from the colours, there are a few visual updates to 2025 Bajaj Platina 110 that distinguish it from MY24 model. MY25 version gets a chrome surround engulfing headlight that is absent in MY24 model.
    2025 Bajaj Platina 110 Updated With Fuel Injector
    Also, Bajaj Auto seems to have stopped offering the translucent knuckle guards on MY25 model or they may not be installed on this particular unit seen in this video. Other updates include the addition of a USB charging port, which is a welcome feature, and a few revisions around swingarm region. Seat cover, halogen headlights, LED DRLs and other components seem to be carried over.
    Fuel Injector replaces e-Carburettor
    Main change can be seen in 2025 Platina 110’s engine. This engine will now be BS6 P2 OBD-2B emission standard compliant, which is mandated on all vehicles sold in India after April 1st, 2025. To achieve latest and more stringent emission standards, Bajaj has replaced the electronic carburettor with a fuel injector.
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    With this new fuel injector, we can expect changes in this motorcycle’s performance metrics and fuel efficiency. For context, the electronic carburettor model used to deliver around 8.5 bhp of peak power and 9.81 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 4-speed gearbox. Other than that, there are no other changes and even the fully analog instrument cluster has been carried over. More