Reviews of Bajaj Dominar 400 [2018]

Buying a Dominar 400 is surely a hassle free business considering you're paying in complete one time payment. I am unaware how the loan functionality works so I won't comment on it.
As far as Riding Purpose is considered, if you are someone who's picking a bike to rip, then please spare the machine and take a Duke 390. This bike is surely no monster when it comes to performance, but it sure is an all rounder - take it for a Highway Spin or Take It in Breathless Traffic Conditions in the City, IT JUST WON'T GIVE UP AS EASILY AS A DUKE 390, And so is a very reliable machine. Yes it does heat up like it's KTM Cousin, but thanks to the heat flow structure of the Dominar - You won't have Free Leg Waxing as the Duke 390. Cooling Fan Directs the Flow to The Belly Pan, and Hence Minimal Heat is Felt at the Foot area.
The DOMINAR isn't a Racer, but yes it surely is a Back Friendly Cruiser/Highway Roller. There's a special exhaust note when you're accelerating through the rev range of 2000-6000rpm where you hear a sweet hum of the Engine (I find it melodic), post 6000Rpm it still pulls superb till the Bajaj Restricted 9500Rpm mark where it is forced to lose steam. So yes, A Perfect All-Rounder for your Office Commutes or Your Weekend Rides. As a matter of fact, I've owned the Duke 390 2016 too, and oh boy! the seats are comfortable AF on The Dominar - No Sore Butts (for neither rider nor pillion).
Equipped with Uniquely Styled LED HEADLAMPS, IT IS A HEAD-TURNER! So what if it doesn't have the snazzy Orange and White like it's cousin, it looks Spankingly Amazing in the Bronze Red/Blue/Black Combo.
Prior to buying, Many Had Told Me Dominar is A Vibration Machine... I Must Say, It Is All Bullshit.
THERE ARE NO SUCH IRRITATING VIBRATIONS.
it is obvious that if a part is not fastened properly in its place, it may give vibrations. BUT IT SURELY ISN'T AS BAD WITH VIBES AS FAR AS THE DUKE 390 IS CONCERNED. Nor is it like Riding a 2-Wheeled Blast Furnace (referred to Duke 390).
There is one area that Bajaj can surely improve on, and that is either to unleash more from the Rev Range, or just not show a False Rev Range on ODO going higher than 10000RPM. The Space Above 10K RPM is just Redundant! It seems like a Gear Indicator Could have done better justice in that useless space.
I However Like the Way The Bike is Shaped. Yes it isn't the Lightest in its Class, but it sure is the Firmly Stuck To The Ground Machine in the Same Class... Crosswinds is a piece of cake for the Dom to handle, and Thus is The perfect all round package of Looks, Performance, Stability and Comfort.
It's Wrong To Expect it to Clock Speeds of 160kmph or above considering the Price Tag it is offered at for the Features You Get. Yes, Lot Many People May Complain that ABS is Full Time ON, But then, wouldn't it be better to have a Safety Feature ON to save your life than have the Option to Lock Your Wheel Instead.
As Far As Servicing is Concerned - You're taking a Made In India Machine - Made for India too, so Service Costs are nothing to tie you down from buying it. Value for Money Investment and Service Cost too (Rs.1000-1500 per Service). YES, the bike needs regular Chain Care (Lube and Clean every 500kms), after-all that's the main driver for the Rear Wheel from the Engine Mill. Maintain your Chain, And You'll Be Happy With The Bike's Overall Performance. I haven't really found the Headlights as Bad as Many may have Quoted, but I believe the Experience would vary from person to person.
Pros: Price Tag, Build Quality, Performance, Cooling System, Seat Comfort, ABS, Styling, Split Dash Concept, Fuel Economy.
Cons: Absence of Gear Indicator, Rev Range Shown to Go to 12-13000rpm But Goes Only Till 9500Rpm (waste of display space), Absence of Average Fuel Consumption or Range or RESERVE FUEL INDICATOR.
Being my 3rd Bike (previously owned a Kawasaki Ninja 250 and A KTM Duke 390 '16), to all those thinking of buying the Dominar 400 - GO FOR IT!
TREAT IT WELL, AND IT WONT DISAPPOINT YOU.

About the Reviewer

Before going into depth i would like to impart few points about me so that people who are in a position similar to me can get best of my review.

I am a common man and not a bike geek like who get into the depth of thrust, power etc.. I use my bike for day to day city rides, twice a month for long rides of around 450 km. My height is around 171 cm and weight is 70 kg (this is important while you handle 180 kilos of machine).

1. Buying experience.

Showroom people are friendly and they gave bike for test ride and explained its features. However this was their first set of bike since its new launch they are not aware about minute details.

2. Riding and ownership experience.

Before going into depth i would like to impart few points about me so that people who are in a position similar to me can get best of my review.

I am a common man and not a bike geek like who get into the depth of thrust, power etc.. I use my bike for day to day city rides, twice a month for long rides of around 450 km. My height is around 171 cm and weight is 70 kg (this is important while you handle 180 kilos of machine).

that’s about me. Lets get straight into review with two categories, negative and positive.

Negatives:-

Like i said i am a layman and i don’t even know that these bikes don’t have middle stand and kick rod to start. After careful reviews, i decided to buy then realised in showroom that these are missing however i went ahead and bought due to super positive reviews. I have to mention them here because

1) design & quality of side stand provided is ultra poor. Some times i doubt that bike may collapse. It’s a poor design because even 120 kilos platina has same diameter stand. Quality is poor because it started getting rust immediately after three months.

2) i have received broken battery with new bike. One fine day i tried to start my bike but couldn’t, then immediately called service centre. They verified and confirmed that battery is broken. They go on and mentioned that they can’t be responsible for battery and tyres according to their nature. I fought with them that how can my battery is broken after a run of hardly 500 km. Finally they convinced and mentioned that it has to be replaced, which takes a minimum of 21 days. Again i managed to push them to delivery in five days.

3) i started getting strange chain noise from a week of sale. When i enquired with service centre they mentioned that chain lubricant must be applied for each and every 500 km. I told them i haven’t even rode 200 km then how come noise is coming. Finally i understood that it’s a design flaw and you must apply chain lubricant for every 150 km. So before going for a ride of more than 150 km keep a bottle of chain lubricant in your bag.

Above points were till my first service experience. Then during the 3rd month of my ownership, one fine day i found a pool of oil around my bike. I called service centre immediately. They again appeared and confirmed that bike's back shock absorber is damaged and it is a manufacturing defect however i can ride my bike till i get replacement by company which may take another 21 days but be careful while driving. Limit speed to 50 kmph. I got replacement after 21 days along with back pain. ? .

There is no hook facility to hang bags and you can’t put one as well. No options for that. So you must carry your helmet wherever you go. No shopping if you don’t have back pack.

Another flaw with bike is handling. This is very very important and valid point. Its very hard to handle in normal city traffics and curves. Trust me my i20’s turning radius is far better than dominar. I would have fallen badly with my kid if i am not extra careful. So be aware. Handling of this beast is disaster trust me.

There is something terribly wrong with gear ration of bike. Even after riding 4000 km i am not able to understand how they work and bike get stops very often under slow speeds. I found a fuel issue with a speed of 50 km, accelerator is not working then.

Positives.:-

Speed speed speed. I rode more than 140 kmph but no vibrations at all. Excellent pickup and great speed. Even at that speed you can feel very confident.

Brakes ( i have abs version). Bike just stand idle on wheels whenever you want them. Brakes work like heaven. So you can have best control of the bike at any speed.

Head light, i don’t see much advantage in it but i feel the difference. When you have better while led while all other struggling with yellow lamp lights.

About the Reviewer

After riding quite a few bikes owned by friends for a couple of years ,reading bike magazines and watching countless videos on you-tube i was ready to purchase my very first bike

I wanted to make sure i bought a bike which is perfect for doing just anything ,

It was tough to find a bike in the mid segment without a few downsides to it , although i liked the ktm and royal enfield they were just too many of them on the streets , i needed a bike which was different from the others ,performed well in any condition without compromising reliability and comfort

So i made up my criteria's

1. Performance

2. Practicality

3. Touring

4. Unique design

5. Everyday use

Just when i was looking for a bike which ticks all my boxes , bajaj launched the dominar 400 . This looked very promising and the value for money was just too good.

Dominar had all the 5 things i ever wanted in my bike ,so without any hesitation i bought the bike in the very first batch

So i have used the bike on a daily basis averaging about 30 -40kms a day with quite a few long distance rides and i must say the experience has been exceptional and totally worth every penny.

Coming to the looks , the dominar is a visual treat and turns heads wherever you go even after 8 months of it being launched , the day time running lights makes it look unique on the road and it can be noticed from 1 km away . Many people even think of this as either expensive or imported .You get a lot of enquiries about your'e bike which makes you feel good about your bike

Coming to the performance , it has a very different engine , and the feeling is like no other , very smooth and refined which also doesn't heat a lot in city traffic .

It feels at home on the highways and twisties , it feels very nimble and agile on any road ,very easy to handle control and filter through the traffic in the city . Abs , mrf tyres and slipper clutch is the icing on the cake

About service and maintenance , the best part is bajaj service centres are there in most parts of the country which is good news if your'e a tourer

Service is average and not that commendable , costs an average of 1500 per service

Pros -

1. Its an all-rounder , beast in the city and on the highways

2. Seating posture

3. Looks unique and value for money

Cons -

1 jerks and minute vibrations in the lower rpms

2.Suspension isn't up to the mark

3. Cant handle bad roads

About the Reviewer

Bajaj dominar 400 has got a agressive design which is leo inspired and has got a decent ergonomics which is good for a tourer, the bike gives you a premium feel while riding, the rear mudgaurd is a bit mess, as far as i concerned instead of rear mudguard tyre hugger can give a stunning look, the auto head lamps with led lights adds another extra points to the looks.

When it comes to performance the power delivery is very linear and it will be absolutely fun to ride in highways, it has got 35nm torque and 35bhp power. You dont really need aggressive down shifting for overtaking in highway since it has the ability to produce the torque instantly anywhere between the power band, the only disappointment i felt is it cannot be driven at low speeds at higher gears you can feel the engine lugs hence it needs frequent downshifts and upshifts in the city ride comparing to other premium segment bikles and i have tested the fuel economy accurately, it falls somewhere between 30-35 which saves your purse from slimming, the slipper clutch does its job well. The shifting is pretty smooth and nothing is there to complain on it.

The bike weighs 182 kgs which make it a midsize tourer, although it weighs more you dont feel that once you get on it, in highways it gives you a stable ride which boosts our confidence level, the biggest bombshell for me is although the bike is big it gives you a good handling in city. The exhaust is bassy gives you vroom vroom sound and i am happy with it because i am not a big fan of dug dug and turr turr sound form re and ktm bikes.

The bike is worth for every penny and it is one of the best in its segment. I am fully satisfied with the bike, every time i ride i feel like dominating the road, yes!!

rear mudgaurd and engine lugging at low speeds must be improved, the key holder design is not that good.

Pros

look, led head lamp, ergonomics, fuel economy, fit and finish

cons

tyres, rear brakes not effective

The 2018 edition of dominar colours are just awesome and the rock matte black one is the best its on you which colour you like but i loved the matte black colour and got one for me. The buying experience was just like a dream for me as it was my dream to buy a bike since i was in 8th and which bike would be better than dominar. starting with the cons the first thing i realized was that its an heavy bike and pushing it in reverse is a hard job but once its start moving we don't feel the weight. the second con is that missing gear indicator but once you get use to bike that's not a problem. the third con is the mileage i personally think mileage could have been better. now the pros the bike is full of pros. the best value for money bike. the abs works good. the Cooling system is best, the led front light are the best on this bike than any other bike.even the led indicators are good. all this make this bike look like a real beast.

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It's amazing how bajaj could mould up such a beast of a machine.Comparing to its austrian cousin the ktm, it may lack that punch, but it's a power cruiser.For those who are still baffled about how it fares or lack trust in bajaj, i can assure you this is beyond your imaginations.1. Abs- those of you who doesn't know what an abs is or doesn't believe in that mechanism, i suggest you to hit up the internet and watch a few videos about the same.For 1.86 lakh you would never find any other motorcycle with a good 'life saving feature'.2. Headlamps : it's the best in it's class range.Visibility, distance everything, it's a blessing for long drives at night.It distinct itself from the hydrogen yellow lamp vehicles.3. Looks - heard of the ducati diavel want a motorcycle inspired from the big machine. Go on..The dominar 400 is best for you.4. Power & riding - riding a power cruiser with 36 bhp of power, will give you an edge over others at the road. The power is apt, top speed upto 150+, the seats are good except for the pavilion seat.The showroom guys had been great in educating me about the various aspects of the motorcycle.Being rather pessimistic about bajaj i had my thoughts about checking on this bike.But after many a positive reviews, i decided to check on this machine. Boy! it didn't disappoint me.For such a price range, you would never even dream of getting a better motorcycle than dominar 400.For those who are still confused, you can still check upon the trans-odessey trip that dominar 400 had completed.The first motorcycle to do so and that too without any complaints.It's a rider's dream.If you want looks? yes.You want power? yes.You want that punch? yes, but dont compare it with a racing gene motorcycle such as ktm. You want safety? you have abs!!After all these years, i am glad that a company had come up with a product valuing customer's money, appeal, rights, values etc.There may have been areas where bajaj could improve on the motorcycle.Such as high rpm closure, maybe the tyres but the positives are many, comparing to the rare negatives of the motorcycle.The console is great only lacking a gear position indicator, but you have the rest of it. So no big deal.Even after 15000+ kms the motorcycle has not failed me in it's reliability.For my first services, not many service centres had the personnel and equipment for the motorcycle But now the motorcycle is familiar in the Indian roads, so that's not a problem for me nowadays.Functionality : yes Reliability : yes Value for money : yes Conclusion.The motorcycle is the best in value. If you want something for power, safety, appeal or so..Then you can opt for the dominar 400.You wouldn't know unless you try!!

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Not yet bought, planning to buy. I have visited 2 showrooms, Honda cbr250r and bajaj dominar 400. Both are amazing. Now confused which one to buy as performance and look wise both are good. Price is amazing for dominar which is giving higher power than Honda. Which made me thought again and shall go with dominar 400.

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I have a Red Dominar 400 bought it on 18th March 2018, it's a great machine made by bajaj. The power delivery is very linear and the engine has enough torque to pull the bike with ease even at lower gears. Initially there were vibrations in the bike ( handle bar, rider seat n foot pegs) between 4500-5000 rpm. but now I do not feel any vibrations. I have completed 9000 kilometres in ODO. The bike is now buttery smooth. My 3rd and last free service is left to be done. Overall it is a value for money machine.
PS: city mileage with mild traffic on road is 27-29kmpl
heavy traffic : 24-26kmpl
highway mileage : 30-32kmpl.

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Mainly the Dominar beats cbr250,rs200, classic 350,mojo, Himalayan .I have compared these motorcycle with Dominar because price of all these bikes are near touch.buying Dominar over these motorcycle makes more sense. dominar has more power ,good equipment, everything just for a little extra price over the above motorcycles.
1.CBR250-costs more than Dominar even with less features.so Dominar is winner
2.RS200-giving a little more money gives Dominar which has good speed, acceleration,dual ABS,best lights ,good brakes.so Dominar makes more sense.
3.CLASSIC 350-re350 is overpriced for what it gives, probably greese monkeys loves to have one just because of its looks,but they really don't know what other company offers for that price.and most Indian people believe CC is power.here just by little extra price bajaj gives you everything,BEATS RE350 IN EVERY WAY.
4.MOJO- this doesn't gives as features and power when compared with Dominar and mojo doesn't feels well priced(value for money package) so Dominar offer better and it's the winner
5.HIMALAYAN-this bike is better than classic 350 but even doesn't comes near to bajaj Dominar. himalayan is overpriced.and lacks many features and refinement when in comparison with Dominar
totally Dominar is best of both worlds along with value for money package which I have ever seen on a motorcycle industry.SO BOLD,SO CHEAP,SO MUCH FEATURES,AND MOST POWERFUL BIKE IN COMPARISON WITH THESE FIVE BIKES.

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Buying a Dominar 400 is surely a hassle free business considering you're paying in complete one time payment. I am unaware how the loan functionality works so I won't comment on it.
As far as Riding Purpose is considered, if you are someone who's picking a bike to rip, then please spare the machine and take a Duke 390. This bike is surely no monster when it comes to performance, but it sure is an all rounder - take it for a Highway Spin or Take It in Breathless Traffic Conditions in the City, IT JUST WON'T GIVE UP AS EASILY AS A DUKE 390, And so is a very reliable machine. Yes it does heat up like it's KTM Cousin, but thanks to the heat flow structure of the Dominar - You won't have Free Leg Waxing as the Duke 390. Cooling Fan Directs the Flow to The Belly Pan, and Hence Minimal Heat is Felt at the Foot area.
The DOMINAR isn't a Racer, but yes it surely is a Back Friendly Cruiser/Highway Roller. There's a special exhaust note when you're accelerating through the rev range of 2000-6000rpm where you hear a sweet hum of the Engine (I find it melodic), post 6000Rpm it still pulls superb till the Bajaj Restricted 9500Rpm mark where it is forced to lose steam. So yes, A Perfect All-Rounder for your Office Commutes or Your Weekend Rides. As a matter of fact, I've owned the Duke 390 2016 too, and oh boy! the seats are comfortable AF on The Dominar - No Sore Butts (for neither rider nor pillion).
Equipped with Uniquely Styled LED HEADLAMPS, IT IS A HEAD-TURNER! So what if it doesn't have the snazzy Orange and White like it's cousin, it looks Spankingly Amazing in the Bronze Red/Blue/Black Combo.
Prior to buying, Many Had Told Me Dominar is A Vibration Machine... I Must Say, It Is All Bullshit.
THERE ARE NO SUCH IRRITATING VIBRATIONS.
it is obvious that if a part is not fastened properly in its place, it may give vibrations. BUT IT SURELY ISN'T AS BAD WITH VIBES AS FAR AS THE DUKE 390 IS CONCERNED. Nor is it like Riding a 2-Wheeled Blast Furnace (referred to Duke 390).
There is one area that Bajaj can surely improve on, and that is either to unleash more from the Rev Range, or just not show a False Rev Range on ODO going higher than 10000RPM. The Space Above 10K RPM is just Redundant! It seems like a Gear Indicator Could have done better justice in that useless space.
I However Like the Way The Bike is Shaped. Yes it isn't the Lightest in its Class, but it sure is the Firmly Stuck To The Ground Machine in the Same Class... Crosswinds is a piece of cake for the Dom to handle, and Thus is The perfect all round package of Looks, Performance, Stability and Comfort.
It's Wrong To Expect it to Clock Speeds of 160kmph or above considering the Price Tag it is offered at for the Features You Get. Yes, Lot Many People May Complain that ABS is Full Time ON, But then, wouldn't it be better to have a Safety Feature ON to save your life than have the Option to Lock Your Wheel Instead.
As Far As Servicing is Concerned - You're taking a Made In India Machine - Made for India too, so Service Costs are nothing to tie you down from buying it. Value for Money Investment and Service Cost too (Rs.1000-1500 per Service). YES, the bike needs regular Chain Care (Lube and Clean every 500kms), after-all that's the main driver for the Rear Wheel from the Engine Mill. Maintain your Chain, And You'll Be Happy With The Bike's Overall Performance. I haven't really found the Headlights as Bad as Many may have Quoted, but I believe the Experience would vary from person to person.
Pros: Price Tag, Build Quality, Performance, Cooling System, Seat Comfort, ABS, Styling, Split Dash Concept, Fuel Economy.
Cons: Absence of Gear Indicator, Rev Range Shown to Go to 12-13000rpm But Goes Only Till 9500Rpm (waste of display space), Absence of Average Fuel Consumption or Range or RESERVE FUEL INDICATOR.
Being my 3rd Bike (previously owned a Kawasaki Ninja 250 and A KTM Duke 390 '16), to all those thinking of buying the Dominar 400 - GO FOR IT!
TREAT IT WELL, AND IT WONT DISAPPOINT YOU.

About the Reviewer

Before going into depth i would like to impart few points about me so that people who are in a position similar to me can get best of my review.

I am a common man and not a bike geek like who get into the depth of thrust, power etc.. I use my bike for day to day city rides, twice a month for long rides of around 450 km. My height is around 171 cm and weight is 70 kg (this is important while you handle 180 kilos of machine).

1. Buying experience.

Showroom people are friendly and they gave bike for test ride and explained its features. However this was their first set of bike since its new launch they are not aware about minute details.

2. Riding and ownership experience.

Before going into depth i would like to impart few points about me so that people who are in a position similar to me can get best of my review.

I am a common man and not a bike geek like who get into the depth of thrust, power etc.. I use my bike for day to day city rides, twice a month for long rides of around 450 km. My height is around 171 cm and weight is 70 kg (this is important while you handle 180 kilos of machine).

that’s about me. Lets get straight into review with two categories, negative and positive.

Negatives:-

Like i said i am a layman and i don’t even know that these bikes don’t have middle stand and kick rod to start. After careful reviews, i decided to buy then realised in showroom that these are missing however i went ahead and bought due to super positive reviews. I have to mention them here because

1) design & quality of side stand provided is ultra poor. Some times i doubt that bike may collapse. It’s a poor design because even 120 kilos platina has same diameter stand. Quality is poor because it started getting rust immediately after three months.

2) i have received broken battery with new bike. One fine day i tried to start my bike but couldn’t, then immediately called service centre. They verified and confirmed that battery is broken. They go on and mentioned that they can’t be responsible for battery and tyres according to their nature. I fought with them that how can my battery is broken after a run of hardly 500 km. Finally they convinced and mentioned that it has to be replaced, which takes a minimum of 21 days. Again i managed to push them to delivery in five days.

3) i started getting strange chain noise from a week of sale. When i enquired with service centre they mentioned that chain lubricant must be applied for each and every 500 km. I told them i haven’t even rode 200 km then how come noise is coming. Finally i understood that it’s a design flaw and you must apply chain lubricant for every 150 km. So before going for a ride of more than 150 km keep a bottle of chain lubricant in your bag.

Above points were till my first service experience. Then during the 3rd month of my ownership, one fine day i found a pool of oil around my bike. I called service centre immediately. They again appeared and confirmed that bike's back shock absorber is damaged and it is a manufacturing defect however i can ride my bike till i get replacement by company which may take another 21 days but be careful while driving. Limit speed to 50 kmph. I got replacement after 21 days along with back pain. ? .

There is no hook facility to hang bags and you can’t put one as well. No options for that. So you must carry your helmet wherever you go. No shopping if you don’t have back pack.

Another flaw with bike is handling. This is very very important and valid point. Its very hard to handle in normal city traffics and curves. Trust me my i20’s turning radius is far better than dominar. I would have fallen badly with my kid if i am not extra careful. So be aware. Handling of this beast is disaster trust me.

There is something terribly wrong with gear ration of bike. Even after riding 4000 km i am not able to understand how they work and bike get stops very often under slow speeds. I found a fuel issue with a speed of 50 km, accelerator is not working then.

Positives.:-

Speed speed speed. I rode more than 140 kmph but no vibrations at all. Excellent pickup and great speed. Even at that speed you can feel very confident.

Brakes ( i have abs version). Bike just stand idle on wheels whenever you want them. Brakes work like heaven. So you can have best control of the bike at any speed.

Head light, i don’t see much advantage in it but i feel the difference. When you have better while led while all other struggling with yellow lamp lights.

About the Reviewer

After riding quite a few bikes owned by friends for a couple of years ,reading bike magazines and watching countless videos on you-tube i was ready to purchase my very first bike

I wanted to make sure i bought a bike which is perfect for doing just anything ,

It was tough to find a bike in the mid segment without a few downsides to it , although i liked the ktm and royal enfield they were just too many of them on the streets , i needed a bike which was different from the others ,performed well in any condition without compromising reliability and comfort

So i made up my criteria's

1. Performance

2. Practicality

3. Touring

4. Unique design

5. Everyday use

Just when i was looking for a bike which ticks all my boxes , bajaj launched the dominar 400 . This looked very promising and the value for money was just too good.

Dominar had all the 5 things i ever wanted in my bike ,so without any hesitation i bought the bike in the very first batch

So i have used the bike on a daily basis averaging about 30 -40kms a day with quite a few long distance rides and i must say the experience has been exceptional and totally worth every penny.

Coming to the looks , the dominar is a visual treat and turns heads wherever you go even after 8 months of it being launched , the day time running lights makes it look unique on the road and it can be noticed from 1 km away . Many people even think of this as either expensive or imported .You get a lot of enquiries about your'e bike which makes you feel good about your bike

Coming to the performance , it has a very different engine , and the feeling is like no other , very smooth and refined which also doesn't heat a lot in city traffic .

It feels at home on the highways and twisties , it feels very nimble and agile on any road ,very easy to handle control and filter through the traffic in the city . Abs , mrf tyres and slipper clutch is the icing on the cake

About service and maintenance , the best part is bajaj service centres are there in most parts of the country which is good news if your'e a tourer

Service is average and not that commendable , costs an average of 1500 per service

Pros -

1. Its an all-rounder , beast in the city and on the highways

2. Seating posture

3. Looks unique and value for money

Cons -

1 jerks and minute vibrations in the lower rpms

2.Suspension isn't up to the mark

3. Cant handle bad roads

About the Reviewer

Bajaj dominar 400 has got a agressive design which is leo inspired and has got a decent ergonomics which is good for a tourer, the bike gives you a premium feel while riding, the rear mudgaurd is a bit mess, as far as i concerned instead of rear mudguard tyre hugger can give a stunning look, the auto head lamps with led lights adds another extra points to the looks.

When it comes to performance the power delivery is very linear and it will be absolutely fun to ride in highways, it has got 35nm torque and 35bhp power. You dont really need aggressive down shifting for overtaking in highway since it has the ability to produce the torque instantly anywhere between the power band, the only disappointment i felt is it cannot be driven at low speeds at higher gears you can feel the engine lugs hence it needs frequent downshifts and upshifts in the city ride comparing to other premium segment bikles and i have tested the fuel economy accurately, it falls somewhere between 30-35 which saves your purse from slimming, the slipper clutch does its job well. The shifting is pretty smooth and nothing is there to complain on it.

The bike weighs 182 kgs which make it a midsize tourer, although it weighs more you dont feel that once you get on it, in highways it gives you a stable ride which boosts our confidence level, the biggest bombshell for me is although the bike is big it gives you a good handling in city. The exhaust is bassy gives you vroom vroom sound and i am happy with it because i am not a big fan of dug dug and turr turr sound form re and ktm bikes.

The bike is worth for every penny and it is one of the best in its segment. I am fully satisfied with the bike, every time i ride i feel like dominating the road, yes!!

rear mudgaurd and engine lugging at low speeds must be improved, the key holder design is not that good.

Pros

look, led head lamp, ergonomics, fuel economy, fit and finish

cons

tyres, rear brakes not effective

The 2018 edition of dominar colours are just awesome and the rock matte black one is the best its on you which colour you like but i loved the matte black colour and got one for me. The buying experience was just like a dream for me as it was my dream to buy a bike since i was in 8th and which bike would be better than dominar. starting with the cons the first thing i realized was that its an heavy bike and pushing it in reverse is a hard job but once its start moving we don't feel the weight. the second con is that missing gear indicator but once you get use to bike that's not a problem. the third con is the mileage i personally think mileage could have been better. now the pros the bike is full of pros. the best value for money bike. the abs works good. the Cooling system is best, the led front light are the best on this bike than any other bike.even the led indicators are good. all this make this bike look like a real beast.

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It's amazing how bajaj could mould up such a beast of a machine.Comparing to its austrian cousin the ktm, it may lack that punch, but it's a power cruiser.For those who are still baffled about how it fares or lack trust in bajaj, i can assure you this is beyond your imaginations.1. Abs- those of you who doesn't know what an abs is or doesn't believe in that mechanism, i suggest you to hit up the internet and watch a few videos about the same.For 1.86 lakh you would never find any other motorcycle with a good 'life saving feature'.2. Headlamps : it's the best in it's class range.Visibility, distance everything, it's a blessing for long drives at night.It distinct itself from the hydrogen yellow lamp vehicles.3. Looks - heard of the ducati diavel want a motorcycle inspired from the big machine. Go on..The dominar 400 is best for you.4. Power & riding - riding a power cruiser with 36 bhp of power, will give you an edge over others at the road. The power is apt, top speed upto 150+, the seats are good except for the pavilion seat.The showroom guys had been great in educating me about the various aspects of the motorcycle.Being rather pessimistic about bajaj i had my thoughts about checking on this bike.But after many a positive reviews, i decided to check on this machine. Boy! it didn't disappoint me.For such a price range, you would never even dream of getting a better motorcycle than dominar 400.For those who are still confused, you can still check upon the trans-odessey trip that dominar 400 had completed.The first motorcycle to do so and that too without any complaints.It's a rider's dream.If you want looks? yes.You want power? yes.You want that punch? yes, but dont compare it with a racing gene motorcycle such as ktm. You want safety? you have abs!!After all these years, i am glad that a company had come up with a product valuing customer's money, appeal, rights, values etc.There may have been areas where bajaj could improve on the motorcycle.Such as high rpm closure, maybe the tyres but the positives are many, comparing to the rare negatives of the motorcycle.The console is great only lacking a gear position indicator, but you have the rest of it. So no big deal.Even after 15000+ kms the motorcycle has not failed me in it's reliability.For my first services, not many service centres had the personnel and equipment for the motorcycle But now the motorcycle is familiar in the Indian roads, so that's not a problem for me nowadays.Functionality : yes Reliability : yes Value for money : yes Conclusion.The motorcycle is the best in value. If you want something for power, safety, appeal or so..Then you can opt for the dominar 400.You wouldn't know unless you try!!

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Not yet bought, planning to buy. I have visited 2 showrooms, Honda cbr250r and bajaj dominar 400. Both are amazing. Now confused which one to buy as performance and look wise both are good. Price is amazing for dominar which is giving higher power than Honda. Which made me thought again and shall go with dominar 400.

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I have a Red Dominar 400 bought it on 18th March 2018, it's a great machine made by bajaj. The power delivery is very linear and the engine has enough torque to pull the bike with ease even at lower gears. Initially there were vibrations in the bike ( handle bar, rider seat n foot pegs) between 4500-5000 rpm. but now I do not feel any vibrations. I have completed 9000 kilometres in ODO. The bike is now buttery smooth. My 3rd and last free service is left to be done. Overall it is a value for money machine.
PS: city mileage with mild traffic on road is 27-29kmpl
heavy traffic : 24-26kmpl
highway mileage : 30-32kmpl.

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Mainly the Dominar beats cbr250,rs200, classic 350,mojo, Himalayan .I have compared these motorcycle with Dominar because price of all these bikes are near touch.buying Dominar over these motorcycle makes more sense. dominar has more power ,good equipment, everything just for a little extra price over the above motorcycles.
1.CBR250-costs more than Dominar even with less features.so Dominar is winner
2.RS200-giving a little more money gives Dominar which has good speed, acceleration,dual ABS,best lights ,good brakes.so Dominar makes more sense.
3.CLASSIC 350-re350 is overpriced for what it gives, probably greese monkeys loves to have one just because of its looks,but they really don't know what other company offers for that price.and most Indian people believe CC is power.here just by little extra price bajaj gives you everything,BEATS RE350 IN EVERY WAY.
4.MOJO- this doesn't gives as features and power when compared with Dominar and mojo doesn't feels well priced(value for money package) so Dominar offer better and it's the winner
5.HIMALAYAN-this bike is better than classic 350 but even doesn't comes near to bajaj Dominar. himalayan is overpriced.and lacks many features and refinement when in comparison with Dominar
totally Dominar is best of both worlds along with value for money package which I have ever seen on a motorcycle industry.SO BOLD,SO CHEAP,SO MUCH FEATURES,AND MOST POWERFUL BIKE IN COMPARISON WITH THESE FIVE BIKES.

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Buying a Dominar 400 is surely a hassle free business considering you're paying in complete one time payment. I am unaware how the loan functionality works so I won't comment on it.
As far as Riding Purpose is considered, if you are someone who's picking a bike to rip, then please spare the machine and take a Duke 390. This bike is surely no monster when it comes to performance, but it sure is an all rounder - take it for a Highway Spin or Take It in Breathless Traffic Conditions in the City, IT JUST WON'T GIVE UP AS EASILY AS A DUKE 390, And so is a very reliable machine. Yes it does heat up like it's KTM Cousin, but thanks to the heat flow structure of the Dominar - You won't have Free Leg Waxing as the Duke 390. Cooling Fan Directs the Flow to The Belly Pan, and Hence Minimal Heat is Felt at the Foot area.
The DOMINAR isn't a Racer, but yes it surely is a Back Friendly Cruiser/Highway Roller. There's a special exhaust note when you're accelerating through the rev range of 2000-6000rpm where you hear a sweet hum of the Engine (I find it melodic), post 6000Rpm it still pulls superb till the Bajaj Restricted 9500Rpm mark where it is forced to lose steam. So yes, A Perfect All-Rounder for your Office Commutes or Your Weekend Rides. As a matter of fact, I've owned the Duke 390 2016 too, and oh boy! the seats are comfortable AF on The Dominar - No Sore Butts (for neither rider nor pillion).
Equipped with Uniquely Styled LED HEADLAMPS, IT IS A HEAD-TURNER! So what if it doesn't have the snazzy Orange and White like it's cousin, it looks Spankingly Amazing in the Bronze Red/Blue/Black Combo.
Prior to buying, Many Had Told Me Dominar is A Vibration Machine... I Must Say, It Is All Bullshit.
THERE ARE NO SUCH IRRITATING VIBRATIONS.
it is obvious that if a part is not fastened properly in its place, it may give vibrations. BUT IT SURELY ISN'T AS BAD WITH VIBES AS FAR AS THE DUKE 390 IS CONCERNED. Nor is it like Riding a 2-Wheeled Blast Furnace (referred to Duke 390).
There is one area that Bajaj can surely improve on, and that is either to unleash more from the Rev Range, or just not show a False Rev Range on ODO going higher than 10000RPM. The Space Above 10K RPM is just Redundant! It seems like a Gear Indicator Could have done better justice in that useless space.
I However Like the Way The Bike is Shaped. Yes it isn't the Lightest in its Class, but it sure is the Firmly Stuck To The Ground Machine in the Same Class... Crosswinds is a piece of cake for the Dom to handle, and Thus is The perfect all round package of Looks, Performance, Stability and Comfort.
It's Wrong To Expect it to Clock Speeds of 160kmph or above considering the Price Tag it is offered at for the Features You Get. Yes, Lot Many People May Complain that ABS is Full Time ON, But then, wouldn't it be better to have a Safety Feature ON to save your life than have the Option to Lock Your Wheel Instead.
As Far As Servicing is Concerned - You're taking a Made In India Machine - Made for India too, so Service Costs are nothing to tie you down from buying it. Value for Money Investment and Service Cost too (Rs.1000-1500 per Service). YES, the bike needs regular Chain Care (Lube and Clean every 500kms), after-all that's the main driver for the Rear Wheel from the Engine Mill. Maintain your Chain, And You'll Be Happy With The Bike's Overall Performance. I haven't really found the Headlights as Bad as Many may have Quoted, but I believe the Experience would vary from person to person.
Pros: Price Tag, Build Quality, Performance, Cooling System, Seat Comfort, ABS, Styling, Split Dash Concept, Fuel Economy.
Cons: Absence of Gear Indicator, Rev Range Shown to Go to 12-13000rpm But Goes Only Till 9500Rpm (waste of display space), Absence of Average Fuel Consumption or Range or RESERVE FUEL INDICATOR.
Being my 3rd Bike (previously owned a Kawasaki Ninja 250 and A KTM Duke 390 '16), to all those thinking of buying the Dominar 400 - GO FOR IT!
TREAT IT WELL, AND IT WONT DISAPPOINT YOU.

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Before going into depth i would like to impart few points about me so that people who are in a position similar to me can get best of my review.

I am a common man and not a bike geek like who get into the depth of thrust, power etc.. I use my bike for day to day city rides, twice a month for long rides of around 450 km. My height is around 171 cm and weight is 70 kg (this is important while you handle 180 kilos of machine).

1. Buying experience.

Showroom people are friendly and they gave bike for test ride and explained its features. However this was their first set of bike since its new launch they are not aware about minute details.

2. Riding and ownership experience.

Before going into depth i would like to impart few points about me so that people who are in a position similar to me can get best of my review.

I am a common man and not a bike geek like who get into the depth of thrust, power etc.. I use my bike for day to day city rides, twice a month for long rides of around 450 km. My height is around 171 cm and weight is 70 kg (this is important while you handle 180 kilos of machine).

that’s about me. Lets get straight into review with two categories, negative and positive.

Negatives:-

Like i said i am a layman and i don’t even know that these bikes don’t have middle stand and kick rod to start. After careful reviews, i decided to buy then realised in showroom that these are missing however i went ahead and bought due to super positive reviews. I have to mention them here because

1) design & quality of side stand provided is ultra poor. Some times i doubt that bike may collapse. It’s a poor design because even 120 kilos platina has same diameter stand. Quality is poor because it started getting rust immediately after three months.

2) i have received broken battery with new bike. One fine day i tried to start my bike but couldn’t, then immediately called service centre. They verified and confirmed that battery is broken. They go on and mentioned that they can’t be responsible for battery and tyres according to their nature. I fought with them that how can my battery is broken after a run of hardly 500 km. Finally they convinced and mentioned that it has to be replaced, which takes a minimum of 21 days. Again i managed to push them to delivery in five days.

3) i started getting strange chain noise from a week of sale. When i enquired with service centre they mentioned that chain lubricant must be applied for each and every 500 km. I told them i haven’t even rode 200 km then how come noise is coming. Finally i understood that it’s a design flaw and you must apply chain lubricant for every 150 km. So before going for a ride of more than 150 km keep a bottle of chain lubricant in your bag.

Above points were till my first service experience. Then during the 3rd month of my ownership, one fine day i found a pool of oil around my bike. I called service centre immediately. They again appeared and confirmed that bike's back shock absorber is damaged and it is a manufacturing defect however i can ride my bike till i get replacement by company which may take another 21 days but be careful while driving. Limit speed to 50 kmph. I got replacement after 21 days along with back pain. ? .

There is no hook facility to hang bags and you can’t put one as well. No options for that. So you must carry your helmet wherever you go. No shopping if you don’t have back pack.

Another flaw with bike is handling. This is very very important and valid point. Its very hard to handle in normal city traffics and curves. Trust me my i20’s turning radius is far better than dominar. I would have fallen badly with my kid if i am not extra careful. So be aware. Handling of this beast is disaster trust me.

There is something terribly wrong with gear ration of bike. Even after riding 4000 km i am not able to understand how they work and bike get stops very often under slow speeds. I found a fuel issue with a speed of 50 km, accelerator is not working then.

Positives.:-

Speed speed speed. I rode more than 140 kmph but no vibrations at all. Excellent pickup and great speed. Even at that speed you can feel very confident.

Brakes ( i have abs version). Bike just stand idle on wheels whenever you want them. Brakes work like heaven. So you can have best control of the bike at any speed.

Head light, i don’t see much advantage in it but i feel the difference. When you have better while led while all other struggling with yellow lamp lights.

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After riding quite a few bikes owned by friends for a couple of years ,reading bike magazines and watching countless videos on you-tube i was ready to purchase my very first bike

I wanted to make sure i bought a bike which is perfect for doing just anything ,

It was tough to find a bike in the mid segment without a few downsides to it , although i liked the ktm and royal enfield they were just too many of them on the streets , i needed a bike which was different from the others ,performed well in any condition without compromising reliability and comfort

So i made up my criteria's

1. Performance

2. Practicality

3. Touring

4. Unique design

5. Everyday use

Just when i was looking for a bike which ticks all my boxes , bajaj launched the dominar 400 . This looked very promising and the value for money was just too good.

Dominar had all the 5 things i ever wanted in my bike ,so without any hesitation i bought the bike in the very first batch

So i have used the bike on a daily basis averaging about 30 -40kms a day with quite a few long distance rides and i must say the experience has been exceptional and totally worth every penny.

Coming to the looks , the dominar is a visual treat and turns heads wherever you go even after 8 months of it being launched , the day time running lights makes it look unique on the road and it can be noticed from 1 km away . Many people even think of this as either expensive or imported .You get a lot of enquiries about your'e bike which makes you feel good about your bike

Coming to the performance , it has a very different engine , and the feeling is like no other , very smooth and refined which also doesn't heat a lot in city traffic .

It feels at home on the highways and twisties , it feels very nimble and agile on any road ,very easy to handle control and filter through the traffic in the city . Abs , mrf tyres and slipper clutch is the icing on the cake

About service and maintenance , the best part is bajaj service centres are there in most parts of the country which is good news if your'e a tourer

Service is average and not that commendable , costs an average of 1500 per service

Pros -

1. Its an all-rounder , beast in the city and on the highways

2. Seating posture

3. Looks unique and value for money

Cons -

1 jerks and minute vibrations in the lower rpms

2.Suspension isn't up to the mark

3. Cant handle bad roads

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Bajaj dominar 400 has got a agressive design which is leo inspired and has got a decent ergonomics which is good for a tourer, the bike gives you a premium feel while riding, the rear mudgaurd is a bit mess, as far as i concerned instead of rear mudguard tyre hugger can give a stunning look, the auto head lamps with led lights adds another extra points to the looks.

When it comes to performance the power delivery is very linear and it will be absolutely fun to ride in highways, it has got 35nm torque and 35bhp power. You dont really need aggressive down shifting for overtaking in highway since it has the ability to produce the torque instantly anywhere between the power band, the only disappointment i felt is it cannot be driven at low speeds at higher gears you can feel the engine lugs hence it needs frequent downshifts and upshifts in the city ride comparing to other premium segment bikles and i have tested the fuel economy accurately, it falls somewhere between 30-35 which saves your purse from slimming, the slipper clutch does its job well. The shifting is pretty smooth and nothing is there to complain on it.

The bike weighs 182 kgs which make it a midsize tourer, although it weighs more you dont feel that once you get on it, in highways it gives you a stable ride which boosts our confidence level, the biggest bombshell for me is although the bike is big it gives you a good handling in city. The exhaust is bassy gives you vroom vroom sound and i am happy with it because i am not a big fan of dug dug and turr turr sound form re and ktm bikes.

The bike is worth for every penny and it is one of the best in its segment. I am fully satisfied with the bike, every time i ride i feel like dominating the road, yes!!

rear mudgaurd and engine lugging at low speeds must be improved, the key holder design is not that good.

Pros

look, led head lamp, ergonomics, fuel economy, fit and finish

cons

tyres, rear brakes not effective

The 2018 edition of dominar colours are just awesome and the rock matte black one is the best its on you which colour you like but i loved the matte black colour and got one for me. The buying experience was just like a dream for me as it was my dream to buy a bike since i was in 8th and which bike would be better than dominar. starting with the cons the first thing i realized was that its an heavy bike and pushing it in reverse is a hard job but once its start moving we don't feel the weight. the second con is that missing gear indicator but once you get use to bike that's not a problem. the third con is the mileage i personally think mileage could have been better. now the pros the bike is full of pros. the best value for money bike. the abs works good. the Cooling system is best, the led front light are the best on this bike than any other bike.even the led indicators are good. all this make this bike look like a real beast.

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It's amazing how bajaj could mould up such a beast of a machine.Comparing to its austrian cousin the ktm, it may lack that punch, but it's a power cruiser.For those who are still baffled about how it fares or lack trust in bajaj, i can assure you this is beyond your imaginations.1. Abs- those of you who doesn't know what an abs is or doesn't believe in that mechanism, i suggest you to hit up the internet and watch a few videos about the same.For 1.86 lakh you would never find any other motorcycle with a good 'life saving feature'.2. Headlamps : it's the best in it's class range.Visibility, distance everything, it's a blessing for long drives at night.It distinct itself from the hydrogen yellow lamp vehicles.3. Looks - heard of the ducati diavel want a motorcycle inspired from the big machine. Go on..The dominar 400 is best for you.4. Power & riding - riding a power cruiser with 36 bhp of power, will give you an edge over others at the road. The power is apt, top speed upto 150+, the seats are good except for the pavilion seat.The showroom guys had been great in educating me about the various aspects of the motorcycle.Being rather pessimistic about bajaj i had my thoughts about checking on this bike.But after many a positive reviews, i decided to check on this machine. Boy! it didn't disappoint me.For such a price range, you would never even dream of getting a better motorcycle than dominar 400.For those who are still confused, you can still check upon the trans-odessey trip that dominar 400 had completed.The first motorcycle to do so and that too without any complaints.It's a rider's dream.If you want looks? yes.You want power? yes.You want that punch? yes, but dont compare it with a racing gene motorcycle such as ktm. You want safety? you have abs!!After all these years, i am glad that a company had come up with a product valuing customer's money, appeal, rights, values etc.There may have been areas where bajaj could improve on the motorcycle.Such as high rpm closure, maybe the tyres but the positives are many, comparing to the rare negatives of the motorcycle.The console is great only lacking a gear position indicator, but you have the rest of it. So no big deal.Even after 15000+ kms the motorcycle has not failed me in it's reliability.For my first services, not many service centres had the personnel and equipment for the motorcycle But now the motorcycle is familiar in the Indian roads, so that's not a problem for me nowadays.Functionality : yes Reliability : yes Value for money : yes Conclusion.The motorcycle is the best in value. If you want something for power, safety, appeal or so..Then you can opt for the dominar 400.You wouldn't know unless you try!!

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Not yet bought, planning to buy. I have visited 2 showrooms, Honda cbr250r and bajaj dominar 400. Both are amazing. Now confused which one to buy as performance and look wise both are good. Price is amazing for dominar which is giving higher power than Honda. Which made me thought again and shall go with dominar 400.

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I have a Red Dominar 400 bought it on 18th March 2018, it's a great machine made by bajaj. The power delivery is very linear and the engine has enough torque to pull the bike with ease even at lower gears. Initially there were vibrations in the bike ( handle bar, rider seat n foot pegs) between 4500-5000 rpm. but now I do not feel any vibrations. I have completed 9000 kilometres in ODO. The bike is now buttery smooth. My 3rd and last free service is left to be done. Overall it is a value for money machine.
PS: city mileage with mild traffic on road is 27-29kmpl
heavy traffic : 24-26kmpl
highway mileage : 30-32kmpl.

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Mainly the Dominar beats cbr250,rs200, classic 350,mojo, Himalayan .I have compared these motorcycle with Dominar because price of all these bikes are near touch.buying Dominar over these motorcycle makes more sense. dominar has more power ,good equipment, everything just for a little extra price over the above motorcycles.
1.CBR250-costs more than Dominar even with less features.so Dominar is winner
2.RS200-giving a little more money gives Dominar which has good speed, acceleration,dual ABS,best lights ,good brakes.so Dominar makes more sense.
3.CLASSIC 350-re350 is overpriced for what it gives, probably greese monkeys loves to have one just because of its looks,but they really don't know what other company offers for that price.and most Indian people believe CC is power.here just by little extra price bajaj gives you everything,BEATS RE350 IN EVERY WAY.
4.MOJO- this doesn't gives as features and power when compared with Dominar and mojo doesn't feels well priced(value for money package) so Dominar offer better and it's the winner
5.HIMALAYAN-this bike is better than classic 350 but even doesn't comes near to bajaj Dominar. himalayan is overpriced.and lacks many features and refinement when in comparison with Dominar
totally Dominar is best of both worlds along with value for money package which I have ever seen on a motorcycle industry.SO BOLD,SO CHEAP,SO MUCH FEATURES,AND MOST POWERFUL BIKE IN COMPARISON WITH THESE FIVE BIKES.

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