Quick Highlights:
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Upcoming Pulsar 125 gets a new design and updated graphics
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A new frame, rear monoshock, new engine and features
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Official launch expected in a few days
The upcoming Bajaj Pulsar 125 has been spotted at a dealership ahead of the official launch. The new model is much more than a simple update, as it gets a fresh design, updated graphics, a rear monoshock and what appears to be an all-new engine. Here’s everything we know so far.
Fresh Design With Familiar Pulsar Styling
The new Bajaj Pulsar 125 can be seen with completely redesigned bodywork while still carrying the signature Pulsar silhouette. Up front, it features a sharp triangular LED headlight with aggressive looking DRLs, giving it a fresh and attractive look.
The fuel tank is large and muscular, with neatly designed tank extensions that add to the bike’s sporty appearance. At the rear, the tail section now appears to be slimmer and cleaner, with new split LED tail light. Bajaj has continued with halogen turn indicators, which is common in this segment. Overall, the bike looks more modern without losing its Pulsar character.
New Frame And Suspension
The biggest mechanical change is the new tubular steel frame. The motorcycle continues to get a conventional telescopic fork, but has been updated with a more modern rear monoshock, which is also expected to get preload adjustability.
It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in MRF tubeless tyres. Braking duties are handled by a front disc and a rear drum brake, although it is still unclear whether it gets ABS or not.
New Engine Expected
The spy images suggest that the new Pulsar 125 gets a newly developed engine. The redesigned engine casings, different exhaust header routing and a new exhaust unit hint at a fresh motor. Bajaj has not revealed the specifications yet, but the engine is expected to offer smooth city performance, good refinement and strong fuel efficiency, which are important factors in the 125cc segment.
Features
The new Pulsar 125 keeps things simple but gets all the essential features. It comes with an LED headlight, LED tail light and an all-new colour LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation and SMS/call alerts.
Expected Price And Rivals
Once launched, the new Bajaj Pulsar 125 will compete with the TVS Raider 125, Hero Xtreme 125R, Honda Shine 125 and other popular commuter motorcycles. According to the spy shots, Bajaj Auto appears to have made some significant changes to the upcoming Pulsar 125, which is expected to be priced at around Rs 90,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
