Pulsar 200NS superbike nears launch: Bajaj expects boost in sales (Photos)

Bajaj Auto have announced that their long awaited Pulsar 200NS is ready for launch. Pulsar first came out in 2001 and was an instant hit, primarily due to its affordability and performance. Now after a decade of ruling the roost, Pulsar comes out with a new model the 200NS which is reportedly scheduled for launch next week. The bike will be launched in Maharashtra while launch in other places will follow immediately.

Bajaj Pulsar 200NS will have a SOHC 4V liquid cooled engine generating 23.52 PS power at 9,500 rpm while torque will be at 18.3 Nm at 8,000 rpm. The bike will measure 2017 mm x 1195 mm x 804 mm (length, height and width respectively) while seat height will be at 805 mm and ground clearance at 167 mm. Total kerb weight of the 200NS will be 145 kgs and it will possess a tank capacity of 12 liters.

During the last quarter, Bajaj Auto recorded a profit after tax at Rs.772 crores. This was down 44.86% as compared to 1400 crores in Q4-11. Domestic markets continue to be in the red, but the company is confident of selling 50 lakh units in the current financial year.

The company is looking ahead with launches of new Pulsar 200NS and the new Discover to boost sales. Pulsar 200 NS is expected to carry a price tag of Rs 100,000 and if Bajaj does launch the new Pulsar with a price like that, it will be a difficult time forward for other motorcycle manufacturers in India.

Click here to visit Pulsar 200 NS official website.