New Delhi. The story of Bajaj Pulsar began in 2001, when the Indian motorcycle market was dominated by commuter bikes that were almost entirely focused on mileage. At that time, performance enthusiasts had very few options and for common people the dream of an affordable, powerful motorcycle seemed distant. In such an environment, Bajaj created a stir in the market by launching the Pulsar range. Started with Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 180. Both these models directly attracted the youth with their powerful looks, big engines and bold identity. Pulsar not only entered the market, but changed it completely.
149cc air-cooled engine
The first Pulsar 150 had a 149cc air-cooled engine, which was more powerful than the commuter bikes of that time. Whereas Pulsar 180 took this level further with 178cc engine. Beyond the numbers, what made the Pulsar range special was its performance and segment-first features like a front disc brake, sporty riding position and a muscular fuel tank that gave it a strong road presence. These motorcycles soon became a dream among the youth and college students.
time-varying pulsars
The Pulsar lineup has seen many changes over time, but its core identity has always remained intact. In 2003, Bajaj introduced its DTS-i (Digital Twin Spark Ignition) technology, which improved both performance and mileage and made the engine more refined. With this update, new graphics and minor design changes kept Pulsar ahead in the performance segment. Later, features like twin pilot lamps, clip-on handlebar, gas-charged rear shock absorber and semi-digital instrument cluster were also added to Pulsar, which made its look more premium.
Pulsar 220 launched
In the late 2000s and early 2010s, the Pulsar became a mature motorbike, with better reliability, sharper design and more power. The power of Pulsar 150 reached around 15bhp, while Pulsar 180 reached around 17bhp. In 2007, Bajaj also launched the Pulsar 220, first in a fuel-injected version and later in a carburetted version, to keep the price low and maintenance easy.
Strong presence of Classic Pulsar
Throughout its journey, the Classic Pulsar has always been loved for its imposing presence, muscular looks and great performance. Even though Bajaj later introduced new models like the NS, RS and N series, the classic Pulsar is still known for its simplicity, reliability and emotional connect with the riders who once dreamed of owning it. The Pulsar name is not just a badge on a tank, but has become a symbol of performance motorcycling in India.
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