To gain a strategic position in the premium segment, Bajaj engineers replaced the Kawasaki engine with underpowered, 178.6 cc DTS-i engine from the bajaj pulasur sportbike. However, the engine had to be re-tuned to suit the torque-demanding characteristics of a cruiser. The bike was launched in June 10, 2005.It is also the first cruiser developed by an Indian company. The wheelbase is 1, 475 mm ( 58.1 in) . Mileage around 45 kmpl
