New Bajaj Pulsar 150: The Bajaj Pulsar 150 is one of most popular motorcycles in the Indian two-wheeler market. It’s a role that, for more than two decades, it has made its own among the ranks of young riders and the daily commuter that seek a blend of power, style and affordability.
The New Bajaj Pulsar 150 gets a contemporary new design that goes well with the overall lineage of India’s highest-selling sports bike.
Let us see what has kept Bajaj attempt at resurrecting the legend and is it still relevant in today’s cut throat commuter segment of 2025.
New Bajaj Pulsar 150 Design and Style: Classic but new ArrayList
With the new Pulsar 150 design remains more or less the same, but it becomes sharper in terms of looks. The fuel tank design now is beefier and the tank shrouds make it more mean looking too.
The new graphics are more current, giving the bike a bit more sporty edge but not so much that you feel you are overdoing it.
While the halogen headlamp with twin pilot lamps continues to be a signature touch, some of its rivals have started to offer full LED units. The rear end has been mildly fiddled with at now has cleaner looking tail lamps and a spilt grab rail, which give it a more premium vibe.
Engine and Performance: A King in the city
Mechanically, the motorcycle retains the same 149.5cc single-cylinder, air-cooled mill which now complies with the BS6 Phase 2 emission standards. It provides 14 PS of power at 8500 rpm and 13.25 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm, mated to a 5-speed transmisison.
The refinement has increased in this iteration. The response from the throttle becomes snappier and gear shifts are more accurate. Engine response is strong enough for commutes and brief highway jaunts.
Performance though is tuned for efficiency and ease of use rather than outright despatch time, fitting with the Pulsar 150’s commuter DNA.
Ride Quality: Sure and Steady
Ride quality has been a balanced attribute from the start of the Pulsar 150, and this new version upholds that tradition. The telescopic front forks along with twin rear shock-absorbers do a fair job of dealing with potholes and rough roads.
At high speed is generally stable, which is promising, and the bike feels easy to corner. Stopping power come from a 260mm front disc and 130mm rear drum, single-channel ABS providing some additional safety.
The brakes works fine but a rear disk would have been a good option on the higher versions.
Features and Instrumentation
Feature-wise, the new Pulsar 150 gets a semi-digital instrument cluster providing readouts such as speed, RPM, fuel level, trip meter and clock.
There’s nothing fancy or luxurious about the Clyde, but it gets the job done and you can easily read the music you’re playing, though moving into the next century you might miss modern features like Bluetooth connectivity or navigation support for those making music on newer competitors.
Additional bits include a backlit switchgear, an engine kill switch as well as LED tail lamps. It’s not crammed with features, but it makes most of the practical things daily users would want.
Benefit 1: Fuel Economy and Maintenance
The Pulsar 150 has always had strong mileage. These figures can be expected in the real world scenario probably 45–50 km/l depending on your riding pattern and Traffic.
Teamed with a 15-litre fuel tank, it has been delivering great range between refuels.
Bajaj’s extensive service network and readily available spare parts keep maintenance cost at bay and this is another USP when their core market is the middle-class.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
Time-tested, reliable engine
Sports but also commuter looks
decent for a 150cc bike
Ergonomic seating and riding posture for character building city rides.
Strong brand value and resale
Low cost of ownership
Cons:
Doesn’t get contemporary updates such as LED headlamp, Bluetooth etc
Somewhat old fashioned instrument board
No rear disc in base variant
Power from the engine is modest compared to newer competition
Design also feels more evolutionary than revolutionary
New Bajaj Pulsar 150 Verdict: Still a Solid Choice
Some may argue that the New Bajaj Pulsar 150 isn’t the best-looking bike in its segment — perhaps they are right, but it still does its primary jobs — being reliable, comfortable, easy on the pocket and daily-usable.
For those commuters who seek an all-rounder that doesn’t push its limits but brings sportiness, the Pulsar 150 still makes a strong case for itself.
If you’re in the market for a bike that’s a mix of old-school habits and new-school style, we suggest giving this new Pulsar a second glance.