Man, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is like that zippy little brother who’s always ready to cut through traffic with a grin—affordable, punchy, and built for India’s daily grind without the fuss. Launched in 2021 and holding strong in 2025 with a fresh ABS variant that’s the only one in the entry-level game to pack single-channel brakes, it’s Bajaj’s budget sporty commuter for first-timers, students, or hustlers chasing that Pulsar vibe on a shoestring. Priced from Rs. 71,354 to Rs. 75,094 ex-showroom (down up to Rs. 7,000 post-September GST cut), it’s a no-brainer against the Honda Shine 125 or TVS Raider. With a refined 124.4cc DTS-i engine teasing 51.46 kmpl, Bluetooth dash, and split-seat style, it’s sold millions—perfect if you want style and thrift without the premium pain, though the dated looks might not wow your Insta crowd.
Retro-Sporty Design
This commuter’s a nimble champ—1,995 mm long, 710 mm wide, 1,065 mm tall, with a 1,325 mm wheelbase that’s quick for dodging autos or U-turns. At 140 kg kerb and 165 mm ground clearance, it skips speed bumps without scraping. The wolf-eye headlamp, sporty tank graphics, and quilted seat pop in Ebony Black Blue or Cocktail Wine Red—three variants: Drum base, Drum ABS mid, Disc ABS topper. 17-inch alloys with 80/100 front and 100/90 rear tubeless tires grip steady—790 mm seat suits shorter riders, wide bars for control. It’s got that sporty edge, wide footboard for bags, but slim for tight mohallas.
Basic, Connected Cockpit
Hop on the long seat for two, and upright bars with mid pegs give a comfy lean—no numb hands after hours. The semi-digital LCD dash flashes speed, fuel, gear, and Bluetooth alerts for calls/SMS via Bajaj app—top trims add mileage and service reminders. USB port juices your phone, 11.5L tank tucks neat—optional backrest adds two-up fun. Low vibes let you chat over the hum, no overwhelming screens—just focused commuter feel for office dashes or market runs.
Refined Engine Punch
The 124.4cc air-cooled single-cylinder DTS-i cranks 11.64 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 10.8 Nm at 6,500 rpm—5-speed gearbox (H-Gear on top) shifts crisp, zipping 0-100 kmph in 15 seconds, topping 100 kmph. ARAI 51.46 kmpl (real-world 45-50) stretches the tank 500-550 km at Rs. 1.5-2/km—torquey low-end for signals, Pulsar growl on throttle. Telescopic forks and twin shocks soak bumps decently, no jolts on potholes—refined for highways, hums a tad at revs.
Safety Basics Solid
Single-channel ABS on front disc (240 mm) with rear drum (130 mm) bites hard in rain—no dual-channel, but perimeter frame grips tight. LED tail light and kill switch add night smarts—side-stand cut-off saves slips. It’s tough for urban dings, chasing 4-star Global NCAP—solid for newbies, shrugging off scrapes.
Price and Quick Snag
Drum base at Rs. 71,354, Disc ABS Rs. 75,094—on-road Delhi Rs. 80k-85k with taxes. 2021 launch (2025 ABS update) means stock at Bajaj dealers or BikeWale, with September perks: Rs. 4k-7k cashback, EMI from Rs. 1,388/month, free helmets. Waits 7-15 days, 5-year/unlimited km warranty, Rs. 2k-3k yearly—resale 75% after two years.
Rider Raves and Gripes
Owners dig the mileage and lightness—”city ninja for peanuts,” one Delhi newbie says—but dated looks and no rear disc bug highways. Service everywhere, vibes creep at speed. Vs. Shine’s refinement or Raider’s zip, Pulsar wins on style—top if sporty basics are your jam.
Quick Specs
2021 launch (2025 ABS), Rs. 71k-75k, 124.4cc DTS-i, 11.64 bhp, 51.46 kmpl ARAI, three variants. Swing by for Ebony Black or deals—your commuter’s ready.