Single-cylinder, 199.5cc, liquid-cooled, 24.2bhp, 18Nm, 6M, 165kg, fuel tank: 13litres.
So we finally got to grips with the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 at the company’s test track in Pune, and here’s what we’ve learned so far. First up, the looks. After having seen the bike out in broad daylight, it unquestionably stands out like no other in its class – the large fairing up front that encases the entire engine, the LED lights with projector lamps, the nice informative instrument cluster, the split seats, the can exhaust, floating split LED tail lamps at the back that certainly lend the new Pulsar an air of floridity. But again, its styling isn’t for everyone. We think perhaps the guys in charge of plastering all those stickers all over the fairing were a little too enthusiastic. That, and the funky taillamp has the capability of instantly souring fresh milk. But then, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, right? Moving on.
The RS200 packs a nice punch, ergonomic frugality, and a decent amount of features. Overall, a good package given its pricing.