Bajaj has kick-started a new era of its iconic Pulsar family with the launch of the new 250cc siblings. The all-new Pulsar 250 is available in a semi-faired and a naked version. If you’re intrigued with the latter, we tell you five things you need to know about the stripped-down Pulsar N250.
Evolved styling
The Pulsar N250 retains some styling cues of the NS200 but in a fresh avatar. The most distinctive aspect is the front fascia which comprises an LED projector flanked by eyebrow-like slim LED DRLs. The edginess and aggression continue at the back with sharp fuel tank extensions and a sleek and raked tail section. The motorcycle has been introduced only in a grey paint scheme as of now.
Biggest engine yet
The 250cc, oil-cooled motor of the new Pulsar is the largest engine we have ever seen in this family. The company says this is a free-revving mill and offers a meaty mid-range performance. As for the numbers, it pumps out 24.1bhp of power and 21.5Nm of torque. It comes mated to a five-speed gearbox.
Enticing features
The new Pulsar N250 is also much more modern than the existing models. Firstly, there’s an assist and slipper clutch for easy and safe gearshifts, especially while down shifting. Then there’s a new semi-digital console with the LCD unit showing details like gear position and distance to empty. You also get a USB charging port sitting under the handlebar.
All new hardware
Just like all other aspects, even the hardware package of the Pulsar N250 is new. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels that are shod with 100/80 and 130/70 section tyres at the front and rear, respectively. Handling damping duties is are 37mm telescopic forks up front and a monoshock at the rear while braking setup comprises a single disc at both ends. The fuel tank capacity is quite impressive at 14-litre.
Price
Bajaj has priced the Pulsar N250 at Rs 1,38,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi) which makes it Rs 2,000 cheaper than the semi-faired Pulsar F250. The motorcycle will go up against the likes of the Suzuki Gixxer 250 and the Yamaha FZ25.
