Oct 20, 2016 07:16 PM
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The new Pulsar 150 model is designed with the all black design theme of the elder pulsar sibling including the shock absorbers, alloy wheels and engines but overall it bears a striking similarity to its sibling, the bajaj pulsar 180. There are plenty of stylish touches, including the smartened heel and toe levers and the bike's newly refined tail. Its updated razor sharp taillight is unique and distinctive perhaps the best part of the updated design. Overall, the bike's exterior is stylish and sleek, an improvement on the previous version. However, It's unfortunate that bajaj didn't choose to update the pulsar 150 to feature the same split seat configuration as the Pulsar Bajaj 180. Bajaj Pulsar series has been steadily upgraded to feature digital instrument consoles. It is also equipped with the digital console, including digital speedometer, odometer, low fuel warning and fuel gauge. Bajaj pulsar 150 is powerd 150cc engine which develops maximum power of 14.9 Bhp at 9000 rpm with maximum torque of 12.5 Nm at 6500 rpm. The bike is fitted with a five speed manual transmission gear box.
The 150 is now equipped with a 1 up, 4 down configuration, much alike that of the pulsar 180. In addition, the pulsar 150 has bajaj patented exhaus tec technology, improving the engine's torque when operating at low revs, giving the bike improved pick up and acceletation. the bike can make the jump from 0-60 kmph in an impressive 5.6 seconds, putting it at the top of its class. It has a maximum speed kof 115 kmph. the bike gives excellent pick up in any gear, and the linear acceleration is generally strong, although there is a noticeable drop at around 95 kmph. Under tes conditions, the pulsar 150 returns an average fuel mileage of 35-40 kmpl on city roads, and and average of up to 45-50 kmpl on highway. bajaj's performance motorcycles have always suffered from high fuel consumptin and unfortunately the pulsar 150, like the other pulsar models, guzzles fuels at a pretty high rate, which pushes up the cost of running the bike particularl if you are a regular city commuter. Its petrol tank has a capacity of 15 liters, with a reserve capacity of 2 litres. due to its staunach shock absorbers, the Pulsar 150 is high quality ride. Its suspension is clearly designed to provide an insulate ride on city roads. The bike seat is wide and comfortable, although some drivers will wish for the updated split seat setup seen on the other pulsar models. On the 150, the pillion's seat is slightly elevated above the driver's, which some may find unsettling. It is equipped with telescopic 135mm stroke suspension at the front, and at the rear is triple tated spring, five way adjustable suspension with 105mm trave nitrox shock absorbers. The suspension does a decent job of absorbing potholes and bumpy roads, but is sadly not up to challenging road surfaces riders should certainly stick to well maintained city roads to avoid the jolts and vibrations. The pulsar 150 is equipped with 240mm disc brakes at the front and 130mm drum brakes at the back. The large, Powerful front brakes at the back. The large, Powerful front brakes make all the difference here smaller drum brakes would not be an equal match for its capable engine, but the sized up disc brake are suited to the challenge. When applied, the brakes bring the bike to a quick and stable stop, with a braking distance from 60 to 0 kmph on 16.33 meters, which puts it equal with other pulsar models and ahead of many of the competition. compared to other bikes in the 150cc class, the pulsar's handling is athletic and nimble. Thanks to the patented exhaus TEC sysetem, the bike is highly manoeuvrable in city traffic and built up areas. However, at low speeds the pulsar 150 can lack responsiveness and agility. The bike is a decent all rounder it doesn't excel in any particular area, but ticks all the boxes for a commuter motorcycle.
