Claimed to be the world’s first motorcycle to adopt the Triple Spark Engine Technology, the all-new Pulsar has been hitting the streets of Nepal since its launch in September 2012. Introduced by HH Bajaj, the sole authorized distributor of Bajaj two-wheelers in Nepal, the next-gen Pulsar has made quite an impression from the launch day – thanks to its great looks. A team from New Auto Nepal did the test ride around the streets valley to figure it out more closely.
Engine and Performance:
While being introduced in the Indian Market, the new Pulsar 200 NS was acclaimed to add further study on ‘Performance Motorcycle’. The engine of Pulsar 200 NS is regarded as the-most reformed engine of its entire brand till date. Its four-valve head is powered by a single overhead camshaft, and its combustion chamber is home to a trio of spark plugs. It has maximum power of 23.17 Bhp @ 9500 rpm and maximum torque of 18.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm. Since it’s powered with triple spark technology, the combustion efficiency is better than twin spark plug by 27% and single spark plug by 50%. The solid six-speed gearbox shifts effortlessly, with exact feel in a one-down, five-up pattern, and the clutch sense is also good. The combination of these technologies makes the overall performance of the bike excellent.
Style
The new Pulsar NS 200 is all muscle and bulk. Its muscular perimeter frame, specially designed foot pegs, split seat, clip on handle bar, sporty naked chain makes it look a definitely-male motorbike. The tapered headlight shines a brilliant – well focused beam at night. Tucked its silencer box neatly away below its engine makes it more appealing. Overall, the style perfectly matches its next-gen theme and makes it stand out from the crowd.
Riding and Security
Though the bike might have a sporty posture, riding NS 200 is very comfortable – as it is more commuter friendly than it looks. But it feels huge to sit-in and the slightly wider handlebar grips – of a very nice texture – underpins your feeling of this bike being a large motorcycle. The NS provides a well padded, roomy split saddle, and is a comfortable bike to lead – thanks to an upright riding position. The seat height is also higher and coupled with the short wheelbase gives better quickness to the bike. The Pulsar easily holds its line when committed mid-corner, even as it falls short of feeling as light and effortless to turn-in as its sibling, the 200 Duke. Ride quality is simply good.
The Pulsar NS 200 leans over with an effortlessness that implies it is 20-25kg lighter than the initial impression. Brakes are very good too and the bike is backed up with enough power as you continue to squeeze the lever. The rear disc also allows a fair amount of travel so modulating pressure is easy.
Performance is matched by a significantly more capable chassis both in ride and handling departments and that means all in all, this is a great bike to ride on.
Bajaj had launched Pulsar 200 NS and KTM Duke almost at the same time in the Indian Market, and a lot of bike enthusiasts seemed confused regarding the similarity of these two. However, besides crankshaft, crankcase and gear box there are lot of unique features in both the bikes.
The Pulsar has been the basis of affordable performance. Bajaj have managed to instill the new motorcycle with a good sense of performance while retaining both in design terms and in engine note.
Engine and Performance:
While being introduced in the Indian Market, the new Pulsar 200 NS was acclaimed to add further study on ‘Performance Motorcycle’. The engine of Pulsar 200 NS is regarded as the-most reformed engine of its entire brand till date. Its four-valve head is powered by a single overhead camshaft, and its combustion chamber is home to a trio of spark plugs. It has maximum power of 23.17 Bhp @ 9500 rpm and maximum torque of 18.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm. Since it’s powered with triple spark technology, the combustion efficiency is better than twin spark plug by 27% and single spark plug by 50%. The solid six-speed gearbox shifts effortlessly, with exact feel in a one-down, five-up pattern, and the clutch sense is also good. The combination of these technologies makes the overall performance of the bike excellent.
Style
The new Pulsar NS 200 is all muscle and bulk. Its muscular perimeter frame, specially designed foot pegs, split seat, clip on handle bar, sporty naked chain makes it look a definitely-male motorbike. The tapered headlight shines a brilliant – well focused beam at night. Tucked its silencer box neatly away below its engine makes it more appealing. Overall, the style perfectly matches its next-gen theme and makes it stand out from the crowd.
Riding and Security
Though the bike might have a sporty posture, riding NS 200 is very comfortable – as it is more commuter friendly than it looks. But it feels huge to sit-in and the slightly wider handlebar grips – of a very nice texture – underpins your feeling of this bike being a large motorcycle. The NS provides a well padded, roomy split saddle, and is a comfortable bike to lead – thanks to an upright riding position. The seat height is also higher and coupled with the short wheelbase gives better quickness to the bike. The Pulsar easily holds its line when committed mid-corner, even as it falls short of feeling as light and effortless to turn-in as its sibling, the 200 Duke. Ride quality is simply good.
The Pulsar NS 200 leans over with an effortlessness that implies it is 20-25kg lighter than the initial impression. Brakes are very good too and the bike is backed up with enough power as you continue to squeeze the lever. The rear disc also allows a fair amount of travel so modulating pressure is easy.
Performance is matched by a significantly more capable chassis both in ride and handling departments and that means all in all, this is a great bike to ride on.
Bajaj had launched Pulsar 200 NS and KTM Duke almost at the same time in the Indian Market, and a lot of bike enthusiasts seemed confused regarding the similarity of these two. However, besides crankshaft, crankcase and gear box there are lot of unique features in both the bikes.
The Pulsar has been the basis of affordable performance. Bajaj have managed to instill the new motorcycle with a good sense of performance while retaining both in design terms and in engine note.
