Bajaj Pulsar 150 range gets costlier, Pulsar 125 Neon launched as entry-level variant

Indian motorcycle giant, Bajaj Auto has hiked prices of its Pulsar 150 range of bikes by up to INR 2,950. This range, in question, includes the Pulsar 150 Classic, Pulsar 150 Neon and Pulsar 150 Twin Disc.

The Indian bikemaker Bajaj Auto has hiked prices of its Pulsar 150 range of bikes. 

Given below are the updated prices of the Bajaj Pulsar 150:

The entry-level model is the Pulsar 150 Neon, which now costs INR 71,200 and this means the motorcycle is now INR 2,950 dearer to own. On the other hand, models like the Pulsar 150 Classic and 150 Twin Disc get a smaller price hike by just INR 499. All three models remain unchanged in terms of mechanicals and aeshthetics. The Pulsar 150 models get a 149.5, single-cylinder, SOHC, air-cooled mill which develops 14bhp and 13.4Nm of twisting force at 6,000 rpm. The motor comes coupled to a 5-speed transmission. The Pulsar 150 Neon and 150 Classic feature a disk brakes upfront and a rear drum brake, while the Twin Disc variant gets disc brakes on both ends. All three models feature a single-channel ABS as standard. Moreover, Bajaj has also recently launched its new Pulsar 125 ahead of the festive season. With a starting price of INR 64,000 (ex-showroom), the new Pulsar 125 Neon become the entry-level motorcycle in the Pulsar range. The engine powering the new 125cc motorycle is be a single-cylinder, air-cooled unit churning out power and torque outputs of 13.5bhp and 12Nm.  Braking duties, on the other hand, will be taken care of bya disc brake upfront along with a drum brake at the back. Moreover, the suspension system comprises of telescopic front forks and 5-way adjustable, gas-charged springs at the rear.

The bike will compete with likes of Honda CB Shine SP, Bajaj Discover 125 and Yamaha Saluto.

Talking about aesthetics, the Pulsar 125 Neon will look visually identical to Pulsar 150 Neon. The bike competes with likes of the Honda CB Shine SP, Hero Glamour Fi and Yamaha Saluto.