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      Bajaj CT100 Motorcycle Discontinued – Production Stopped

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      The CT100 was Bajaj Auto’s most affordable product at a priced of around INR 54k (ex-showroom, Delhi)Ryt 2 KnowAfter soldiering on for several years without any major changes, Bajaj’s most affordable commuter workhorse CT100 has finally been put to rest. The Pune-based firm has reportedly stopped the 100 cc low-cost motorcycle’s production earlier this month and the dealers have stopped receiving fresh stocks.The move to discontinue the CT100 is likely due to gradual shift in the customer preference towards its slightly upmarket and retro-styled CT110X sibling. Prices of the CT110X range starts from about Rs 65k, ex-sh Delhi.Bajaj CT100 at a glanceWhile the CT100 did have a long life, registering decent sales for Bajaj Auto in the process, it never came close to dethroning the venerable Hero Splendor Plus which continues to be the best selling motorcycle in the country for decades.To recap, the Bajaj CT100 was a textbook Indian budget commuter motorcycle which employed a simple tubular frame. Suspension setup was composed of conventional telescopic front forks and SNS (Spring-in-Spring) twin rear shock absorbers. Being a no-frills mobility solution, the CT100 made do with front and rear drum brakes but it did come with black alloy wheels. The 102 cc air-cooled engine was paired with a 4-speed gearbox to put out a modest 7.8 hp and 8.3 Nm of torque.Bajaj CT 110 XThe Indian 100 cc commuter segment is all about cut-throat competition and the fact that the Bajaj CT100 managed to stay afloat is a testament to its value-for-money quotient, longevity and excellent fuel efficiency. Along with its sister model Platina, the CT100 is known to deliver a mileage of over 70 kmpl. The price point of INR 53,696 ex-showroom, Delhi, is indeed attractive for the customer but with the rising input costs, Bajaj probably found it difficult to keep things reasonably profitable.As of now, there is no news of the Bajaj CT100 being replaced as a new 100 cc cost effective commuter. So the company’s range now starts from the Platina 100 but, we won’t be surprised if Bajaj pulls the plug on it as well. At the time of writing this article, the official website of Platina 100 had prices starting from Rs 61,152, ex-sh.Nothing Stops Hero SplendorWhile the Indian commuter motorcycle segment accounts for a significantly large volume of the overall market, Hero MotoCorp has been enjoying an unassailable lead over the competitors, leaving very little for the rest of them to scoop up. This scenario makes it less lucrative for a two wheeler OEM to go after this segment.Save for Bajaj and TVS, pretty much every other player gave up and moved on to other attractive sub-segments. The discontinuation of CT100 only improves things for the segment king Splendor Plus. It is remarkable how the iconic nameplate continues to be a cash cow with hardly any design changes since the beginning. Honda is working on a new motorcycle to take on the Splendor, maybe Bajaj too is thinking on similar lines to take on the No 1 motorcycle of the world. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports April 2022 – 125, 150, 160, 200, 250cc

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      Bajaj Pulsar has suffered YoY de-growth both in terms of domestic sales and exports down 30.86 percent and 31.91 percent respectivelyBajaj PulsarBajaj Auto has cited dire shortage in semiconductor supplies that has had an adverse effect both on production and sales. The Bajaj Pulsar, which is one of the company’s highest selling models has seen a YoY de-growth both in terms of domestic sales and exports.Bajaj Pulsar sales dipped to 46,040 units in April 2022. Down 30.86 percent over 66,586 units sold in April 2021. It commanded a market share of 5.39 percent. MoM sales also fell 31.63 percent from 67,339 units sold in March 2022.Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Apr 2022It was the Pulsar 125 that noted the most demand and the only variant to post positive growth both in terms of YoY and MoM. Pulsar 125cc sales stood at 42,747 units last month, up 19.10 percent from 35,891 units sold in April 2021. MoM sales increased 7.71 percent from 39,687 units sold in March 2022. Share percentage also went up from 58.94 percent held in March 2022 to 92.85 percent in the past month.Pulsar 150cc sales dipped YoY and MoM to 2,177 units. This was an 89.68 percent YoY de-growth from 21,100 units sold in April 2021 and an 87.94 percent dip over 18,044 units sold in March 2022. Share percentage also dipped from 26.80 percent to 4.73 percent MoM.Bajaj Pulsar Sales April 2022Sales de-growth was also seen in the case of Pulsar 160,180 and 200cc variants, down 81.98 percent YoY to 1,024 units from 5,681 units sold in April 2021 while MoM domestic sales fell 85.53 percent over 7,077 units sold in March 2022.Pulsar 250cc sales dipped to just 95 units in the past month. This was a 97.65 percent YoY de-growth and 96.37 MoM de-growth over 3,914 units and 2,531 units sold in April 2021 and March 2022 respectively.Bajaj Pulsar Exports Apr 2022Lackluster exports were also reported for Bajaj Pulsar in April 2022. The company shipped 28,965 units of the Pulsar last month, down 31.91 percent over 42,537 units shipped in April 2021. MoM exports however, showed some improvement up 27.89 percent higher over 22,648 units shipped in March 2022.Bajaj Pulsar Exports April 2022In export markets, it was the Pulsar 160,180 and 200cc that commanded more attention. YoY sales however, dipped 20.77 percent to 17,196 units in April 2022, down from 21,703 units sold in April 2021. MoM exports increased 78.79 percent over 9,618 units shipped in March 2022. Share percentage also improved from 42.47 percent to 59.37 percent MoM.Bajaj Pulsar 150cc posted a YoY and MoM de-growth. Sales were down 45.84 percent to 7,686 units in April 2022 from 14,190 units sold in April 2021 and a 20.05 percent MoM de-growth over 9,614 units sold in March 2022. YoY sales of both Bajaj Pulsar 125cc and of the 250 also fell 18.49 percent and 73.27 percent respectively to 3,433 units and 650 units respectively in April 2022. MoM sales improved 0.73 percent and 8025 percent respectively from 3,408 units and 8 units sold in March 2022.Bajaj Pulsar Total April 2022This took total sales of Bajaj Pulsar to 75,005 units in April 2022, down 31.27 percent over 1,09,123 units sold in April 2021. MoM sales also fell 16.65 percent from 89,987 units sold in March 2022. It was again only the Pulsar 125cc that posted YoY and MoM growth. The 160,180 and 200cc also saw a MoM growth in total sales while sales of Pulsar 150, and 250 dipped both in terms of domestic sales and exports. More

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      Bajaj Blade Name Trademark Filed – New Electric Scooter?

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      Trademark application for Bajaj Blade was filed in March and is currently under evaluation from registration authorityImage for referenceWith eyes on the future, Bajaj is proactively working on multiple new products. Evidence to that can be seen in the trademark applications filed by the company in recent times. In March, two applications were filed for Pulsar Elan and Pulsar Eleganz. Now, another name ‘Bajaj Blade’ has emerged, which was also filed in March. While Pulsar Eleganz name has been approved, Pulsar Elan and Bajaj Blade are awaiting approval.Bajaj Blade electric scooter?Trademark application for Bajaj Blade has been filed under Class 12. This makes it difficult to make an accurate guess, as this class includes everything from motorcycles to scooters, electric vehicles and three wheelers.Based on recent developments, it can be said that Bajaj’s primary focus will be its Pulsar motorcycles and electric two-wheelers. The company is currently on a mission to upgrade its Pulsar range and also introduce some new models. Another focus area is electric two-wheelers, which is where Bajaj Blade seems to fit in most appropriately.As may be recalled, Bajaj Blade name was used by the company to showcase a 125cc scooter at 2006 Auto Expo. This increases the possibility that Bajaj Blade could be a modern interpretation of the earlier Blade scooter. Bajaj Blade electric scooter is likely to have sportier styling, targeted at younger audiences. It will be different from Chetak, which has the classic, old-school retro look and feel.Bajaj Blade Trademark RegisteredInterestingly, the name Blade belongs to Mahindra Two Wheelers. Bajaj had applied for Blade trademark back in 2006 as well, but was refused. They have now once again applied in 2022. While the trademark application has been filed, it is not certain exactly when Bajaj Blade will be seen in flesh and blood. If it’s an electric scooter, launch is unlikely before 2023 or even 2024.To make it appealing to young users who prefer style and performance, Bajaj could equip the Blade electric scooter with a larger battery pack and higher capacity motor. This would mean an even higher pricing than Chetak, which is already one of the costliest electric two-wheelers in the country. Chetak ex-showroom price in Delhi is currently Rs 1.48 lakh.Bajaj Blade commuter bike?Even though Bajaj Blade is more likely to be an electric scooter, the possibility of a new commuter bike cannot be completely ruled out. One of the main reasons being, Bajaj had said that their electric vehicles will be branded under Chetak, and not Bajaj. Considering that the trademark filed is Bajaj Blade, it is likely that this could not be an electric vehicle.Bajaj currently sells Platina and CT commuter bikes in the domestic market, which are among the most affordable in this segment. These continue to register consistent sales for the company. Platina was ranked in the top ten list of bestselling two wheelers in FY 2022 with sales of 5,75,847 units.However, Bajaj’s commuter portfolio looks jaded even though the bikes have received updates at regular intervals. A brand new commuter bike can infuse fresh blood to boost sales further. In the past, Bajaj had used funky names like XCD 125, Wind 125 and Byk for its commuter motorcycles. As the ‘Blade’ name also seems eccentric, it could be a new commuter bike from Bajaj. More

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      Bajaj Electric Scooter Lineup To Expand – Under Chetak, Yulu Brands

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      Upcoming electric two-wheelers from Bajaj will be based on the Chetak platform and technologyBajaj Testing New Electric Scooter. Image – Tushar PawarAfter securing a win in the form of Chetak electric scooter, Bajaj Auto is looking to expand its EV lineup in the next few years. A test mule of Chetak based electric scooter has already been spied on test near the company plant in Pune.It should be noted that Bajaj created a separate business arm for electric two-wheelers called Chetak Technology that will spearhead their new EV expansion. As of now, the Chakan-based manufacturer has only one two-wheeler offering in the electric mobility space in the form of Chetak.Bajaj Electric Scooter Lineup ExpansionBajaj intends to add new products in the low- and mid-speed segments in association with the Yulu brand. For the uninitiated, Yulu is an EV manufacturing company that saw investment from Bajaj a few years ago. While Bajaj has revealed plans, it is yet to reveal any specific details regarding upcoming electric scooters.However, it is likely that the upcoming e-scooter could be based on the Chetak platform. As of now, Chetak is available only in a few cities and Bajaj wants to expand availability of the electric scooter to at least 100 centres in the next few years. However, there are various challenges related to supply chain issues that are posing a hindrance to this expansion.Bajaj Chetak Electric ScooterChallenges Faced by OEMsIrregularities in supply chain in the past two years have mostly been caused due to two major factors- shortage of semiconductor chips and Covid-19 pandemic. In addition to these, the Russia-Ukraine war has also contributed to global economic fallout. Sharma conceded that given the current scenario, it would take at least 12-18 months before normalcy is restored.Bajaj is working on addressing supply chain issues since the supply chain is unable to keep up with rising demand. However, the biggest impact has been created by total cost of ownership for EVs which makes it harder for consumers to switch from conventional IC engine models to battery-powered models. This has also led to an impact on the cost of cells that make up the battery pack.High Price of EVsOperating cost of EVs is primarily driven by initial ownership cost of batteries which is very high as of now. To counter this, the Government of India is looking to establish cell manufacturing facilities within the country to bring down production costs of batteries and in turn, result in lowering of prices for EVs.Bajaj Auto has its presence in over 70 countries and around 50 percent of the company’s business comes from there. There are various levels of EV penetration in these countries and the company is looking to mark its presence there as well. Bajaj believes that 30-40 percent of overall two-wheeler sales will come from EVs in the next 5-7 years. More

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      2023 Bajaj Pulsar N160 Spied Testing For The First Time

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      Bajaj is taking a top-down approach for the new range of Pulsar models, the next model in this lineup is expected to be a 180-200cc bike2023 Bajaj Pulsar N160Bajaj Pulsar is an aspirational brand of sporty commuter motorcycles. Strong performance backed by affordability is one of its key universal selling points. These are more than a few reasons why this motorcycle range continues to be a rage even after two decades in the market.Currently, Bajaj is in a rebuilding phase and is trying to reinvent the Pulsar series by introducing some new models under its belt. The first in this revamped lineup is Pulsar 250 twins- N250 and F250 that was launched late last year. The company confirmed that it will be launching more new models under the Pulsar moniker in the coming future.New Bajaj Pulsar Spotted- Is it Pulsar N160?Recently, a new test mule of a Pulsar motorcycle was spotted outside Pune which was speculated to be the new-gen Bajaj Pulsar 125. The prototype was under heavy camouflage and did not divulge any specific details of the upcoming bike. Now, another Bajaj Pulsar has been spied testing without any camouflage this time around.Reports indicate that it could be a Pulsar with a smaller engine displacement, most probably a new Pulsar 160. The test mule that had been spotted in Pune, looked very similar to the new Pulsar N250. Hence, the new 160cc naked streetfighter will be based on the all-new Pulsar N250 platform and could replace the current Pulsar NS160 in future.2023 Bajaj Pulsar N1602023 Bajaj Pulsar N160Headlight cowl of the test mule is a fitting image of the naked quarter-litre Pulsar. It features projector LED headlight flanked by twin eyebrows-shaped LED DRLs just like Pulsar N250. While indicators on this new prototype are bulb units, split tail lamps consist of LED internals. It receives a contoured split-seat setup with a raised tail section and split grab rails.Like N250, this new testing prototype receives a single-piece handlebar which should ensure comfortable and upright ergonomics. The motorcycle is built on the same chassis as the 250cc Pulsars, so it gets the same frame, telescopic front fork, and a rear mono-shock. Even body panels appear to be borrowed from the new generation quarter-litre Pulsars.Expected SpecsIn all probability, Bajaj will be employing a brand new engine with a construction similar to that of N250 and F250. The current NS160 is powered by a 160cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine that pumps out 17.03 bhp and 14.6 Nm of peak torque. The new engine will be richer in torque and even comes with a kick-starter which is a rare feature these days.2023 Bajaj Pulsar N160It appears to ride on 17-inch alloy wheels that are shod with MRF rubber with a slightly thicker profile at rear. Braking duties are carried out by disc brakes at both ends that will be complemented by single-channel ABS. Although no specific launch timeline has been confirmed yet, the next model under the new range of Pulsar could hit markets by end of this year or in early 2023.Source More

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      Bajaj Pulsar 250 Becomes Fastest 250cc To Reach 10k Sales

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      Based on a new gen platform, powered by a new engine – Pulsar 250 has replaced the 220FBajaj Pulsar 250FIt was in October 2021 that Bajaj Auto expanded its Pulsar range with two new offerings – Pulsar N250 and F250. The bikes were offered at introductory pricing of Rs 1.38 lakh and 1.40 lakh respectively. Today, it is priced at Rs 1.44 lakh and Rs 1.45 lakh, respectively. All prices are ex-sh, Delhi.In just 6 months of launch, total sales have crossed 10,000 units. Bajaj claims that this is the fastest a 250cc motorcycle has achieved 10k sales. Other 250cc motorcycles on offer include the likes of KTM Duke 250, 250 ADV, Suzuki Gixxer 250, SF250, Yamaha FZ25, Fazer 250, Dominar 250, Husqvarna 250.Bajaj Pulsar Brand EffectPulsar is not the first 250cc motorcycle launched by Bajaj. They already have Dominar 250 on offer. They also sell 250cc motorcycles under their KTM and Husqvarna brand. But it was under the Pulsar brand that Bajaj managed to register this new sales milestone. Pulsar is a strong brand name which has a great market presence. This makes one wonder, would the sales story for their Dominar 400 brand be different, if it had been launched under the Pulsar name?Mr. Sarang Kanade, President of Motorcycle Business – Bajaj Auto, said, “The all-new Pulsar 250 has been conceptualised with the single-minded purpose of injecting ‘Unadulterated Thrill’ into everyday riding. We are very pleased with the response from young riders across the country, who love the new-age form. We are conducting a series of Thrill-ology rides, passing through the length & breadth of India showcasing how the Pulsar 250 is the perfect entry sport bike in Indian conditions; and the response across all locations has been overwhelming. This sales milestone underlines our customers’ trust in Pulsar and the increasing demand for sports motorcycles due to high aspirations and changing lifestyles.”Bajaj Pulsar 250 BluePulsar 250 New ColourAt the time of launch, 250cc Pulsars were offered in two colours of Racing Red and Techno Grey. These colours were common to both bikes but were set apart by different graphics and tickers. Now, based on market feedback, Bajaj Auto has introduced a new gloss Blue colour for the Pulsar N250 naked street fighter bike and for its semi faired F250 counterpart.This is not the usual blue colour seen on other bikes such as Pulsar NS200, 220F, Pulsar 150, NS125, Platina 110ES and CT110, but is in a deeper and glossier shade of Blue. The new Gloss Blue colour scheme also covers a larger surface area extending to the front cowl and side fairing. It also makes its way onto the fuel tank, front fender and engine cowl going on to the rear tail section. The rest of the bike is in a contrasting shade of black. Its sporty appeal is further enhanced by decals on the front and sides.Pulsar N250 and F250 – Features, SpecsFeatures continue to include LED headlight and LED tail-lamps along with LED DRLs and LED turn indicators. It also sports a semi digital instrument cluster, an analogue tachometer and digital display showing off speed, gear position, fuel economy readouts, range and trim meter along with odometer. It gets clip-on handlebars and a split seat set up.Bajaj Pulsar N250 and F250 draw power via a 249.07 cc, single cylinder, 2 valve, SOHC, oil cooled engine that offers 24.5 hp power at 8,750 rpm and 21.5 Nm torque at 6,500 rpm. The engine gets mated to a constant mesh 5 speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch. Suspension is via 37mm telescopic forks in the front and Nitrox monoshock suspension at rear while braking duties are handled by disc brakes measuring 300mm front and 230mm rear with single-channel ABS. It gets 17 inch wheels with 100/80 front and 130/70 rear tubeless tyres. More

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      Bajaj Auto Sales April 2022 – Pulsar, Avenger, Dominar, CT100, Platina

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      Bajaj states that the dire shortage in supplies of semiconductors has adversely affected production pace thus relating to low salesImage – MRD VlogsBajaj Auto Limited has posted a de-growth both across its two wheeler domestic sales and exports. Commercial vehicle sales increased in domestic markets while exports dipped YoY thus leading to an overall 20 percent de-growth for the company.Bajaj Auto motorcycle range includes the Pulsar, Platina, CT, Dominar, Avenger, etc., while the company also offers the Chetak electric scooter. Total two wheeler sales (domestic + exports) in the month of April 2022 stood at 2,81,711 units, down 19 percent from 3,48,173 units sold in April 2021.Bajaj Auto Sales April 2022In domestic markets, sales dipped to 93,233 units in the past month, a de-growth of 26 percent over 1,26,570 units sold in April 2021. Exports on the other hand fell 15 percent YoY to 1,88,478 units in April 2022, from 2,21,603 units sold in April 2021.Commercial vehicle sales saw better results in the domestic market with a 13 percent YoY growth to 8,944 units, up from 7,901 units sold in April 2021. Exports dipped 37 percent to 20,119 units, from 31,942 units shipped in the same month of the previous year. This took total sales in this segment to 29,063 units, down 27 percent over 39,843 units sold in April 2021.Bajaj Two Wheeler Sales April 2022Bajaj Auto Limited has seen its total sales (two wheeler and CV) dip 20 percent YoY. Domestic sales which had stood at 1,34,471 units in April 2021 dipped 24 percent to 1,02,177 units last month. Exports also fell 18 percent YoY to 2,08,597 units in April 2022 from 2,53,545 units shipped in April 2021. Thus total sales of Bajaj Auto stood at 3,10,774 units in April 2022, down 20 percent over 3,88,016 units sold in April 2021.Bajaj Auto Sales April 2022Upcoming LaunchesBajaj Auto is working on updating its Pulsar lineup. There are the next gen Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 200 that are set for launch while the 2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125 is doing the test rounds and is said to come in with styling updates.New Pulsar motorcycles are likely to be powered by the same engine as seen on the current model with similar power and torque figures. The engine could be tweaked for better response and increased fuel efficiency. In other news, Bajaj has registered patents two names of Pulsar Elan and Pulsar Eleganz.The company’s sole electric offering – the Chetak e-scooter has been seeing increased sales. Sales crossed the 5,000 unit mark and Bajaj Auto now plans to expand its electric scooter presence to newer cities. Bajaj Chetak, offered in Urbane and Premium variants draws its power from a 3.8 kW motor and a 3 kWh IP67 lithium ion battery.The Chakan based automaker has announced an expansion of its electric scooter range under the Chetak brand. Plans are afoot to introduce a new EV each year over the next 3-5 years while the company has also confirmed investment to the tune of Rs 300 crores for a roll out of 5 lakh electric vehicles per annum. More

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      2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125cc Spied For First Time – New Platform

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      With the new generation of Pulsar, Bajaj Auto has taken a top-down approach with the flagship Pulsar 250 launching first followed by other smaller Pulsars2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125ccBajaj Auto took its first steps towards bringing a new revolution in its lineup when it introduced the flagship models of the new generation Pulsar models. Launched in Oct last year, the new Pulsar 250 twins- N250 and F250, are the first of the many new-gen Pulsars expected to be seen in the market in the coming few months.During the launch of Pulsar 250 last year, Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director, Bajaj Auto, had confirmed that the company will be introducing smaller displacement models of Pulsar based on this new generation platform. Test mules of smaller displacement new-gen Pulsars have been reportedly caught in cameras for the first time.Clicked somewhere on the outskirts of Pune, the lone spy image reveals the interesting new details about the upcoming 2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125. The test mule flaunts a street naked design, just like Pulsar N250 and hence there are many styling resemblances with the latter.2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125cc – Styling DetailsIt gets a similar styled muscular fuel tank, but smaller in size. Headlamp design also matches that of its quarter-litre siblings. The headlamp cluster also features similar integrated Wolf-eyed LED position lamps. Other common design elements could include a sharp tail section and single-piece seating.Bajaj is also working on new gen Pulsar 150, Pulsar 200. Image – YoutubeSpeaking about specs, the current Pulsar 125, it is likely to get an air-cooled 4 strong single cylinder engine. Power and torque output could be in a similar range as the current Pulsar 125 – 11.8 PS and 10.8 Nm. The engine is likely to be updated, to deliver better response and higher fuel efficiency. Bajaj has also registered two new names – Pulsar Elan and Pulsar Eleganz.New Gen Pulsar 150, Pulsar 2002023 Pulsar 150 will be powered by an updated version of the same 149.5cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected motor powering the current model. In its current avatar, this motor pushes out 13.8 bhp and 13.4 Nm of peak torque and comes paired with a 5-speed gearbox.Specifications of Pulsar 200 are more ambiguous since the current Pulsar NS200 and RS200 are powered by a 199.5cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine derived from KTM. In its current form, this motor kicks out 24 bhp and a peak torque of 18.5 Nm and is linked with a 6-speed gearbox. Will Bajaj go with this powertrain or develop a simpler oil-cooled mill as it did with Pulsar 250 twins is a critical point of discussion.As far as hardware is concerned, Pulsar 200 appears to receive the same configuration as its quarter-litre sibling with 37mm front forks and a mono-shock at rear. Pulsar 150, on the other hand, gets slimmer 33mm forks at front and probably the same mono-shock at rear. More specifications are expected to come to light in the next few months.New-gen Pulsar 250Apart from the styling and riding ergonomics, Pulsar N250 and Pulsar F250 are identical to each other in every manner. Both are powered by a brand new 249cc single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled engine which pumps out 24.1 bhp and a peak torque of 21.5 Nm. This motor is paired with a 5-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch.Source More