Review bjaj pulsar 180

Review bjaj pulsar 180

Bajaj has enjoyed great success with the previous models in its sporty and versatile “Pulsar” series, developed in association with the Tokyo R&D. In April 2009, in response to challenges to its dominant market position, Bajaj announced a new model of the Pulsar 180, one of its most successful models.Design and StyleIn 2009, the newly upgraded Pulsar 180 made its debut. It now featuredwider tyres, a split seat, clip-on handlebars,a 3D Pulsarlogoand tank scoops, all welcome features for this new generation of bikes. The Pulsar 180 is a well-built vehicle with plenty of bulk: its body is sturdy and muscular, yet surprisingly elegant in its appearance. It’s more refined and aerodynamic than its previous incarnation. While the previous form of the 180featured a single-step seat, the new model has been updated to a split seat, much like the Pulsar 200 and 220 models. The split seat is nicely designed: it is firm, with just enough give to keep adriver comfortable on long journeys, and the leather is clean, sleekly moulded and high quality. The bike’s dominant black body color is strong and sharp. It sports a broad, bold looking fuel tank with aerodynamic fairing, and the overall metallic finish is classy and sleek.Instrument ConsoleThe Pulsar 180’s instrument console has also been given a much-needed upgrade, bringing it up to date with the new generation of performance motorcycles. It now features asmartdigital consolewith a neutral blinker, low battery dial, self-cancelling indicator switches and a low-fuel indicator, in addition to the standard speedometer, odometer and trip meters. All of the displays are clear and easy to comprehend.Engine and GearboxThe bike is equipped with an 180cc DTS-I, four-stroke, air-cooled engine. It’s capable of a maximum power of16.8 Bhp at 8500 rpm, and a maximum torque of14.2 Nm at 6500 rpm. Bajaj holds the Indian patent for its DTS-I technology – Digital Twin Spark Ignition. Its throttle-actuated control system for the ignition works in conjunction with its digital capacitor, chip-controlled ignition system to make the best of the engine’s load-bearing capacity. The engine is also equipped with ExhausTEC (Exhaust Torque Expansion Chamber) technology, another Bajaj patent, which modifies the bike’s swirl characteristics and its back-pressure, helping to boost the bike’sperformance at low and mid-range revs. The gearbox that comes with the bike is five-speed, manual transmission, offeringexcellent engine performance.Acceleration and Top SpeedBajaj claims that the 180cc engine will push the bike to a maximum speed of136 kmph, an ambitious claim for a bike of this kind. In practice, you’ll be able to push the bike up to a maximum speed of 122 kmph, showing that there’s plenty of power in this machine. The bike’s acceleration is very strong: it can accelerate from0 to 60 kmph in 5.8 seconds, putting it at the top end of its class.MileageThe new variant of the Pulsar 180cc has, Bajaj claims, an average fuel mileage of58 kmpl for driving at a constant speed of roughly 55 kmph. Under testing, the bike provides a mileage of approximately 45 to 50 km/kmpl, falling to about 38 km/kmpl in city traffic, which is reasonable but not outstanding – for some drivers; this will push the running costs of the bike too high for it to remain a budget option. The fuel tank has a capacity of 15 litres.Comfort While DrivingIt is a surprisinglycomfortable ride, given that previous Pulsar models have scored badly on driver comfort. The nitrox rear shock absorbers have a five-step adjustment setting that gives excellent riding comfort. On poor-quality road surfaces, the bike’s rear-based foot pegs offer a good knee-hold.Safety FeaturesLike the other new and bigger models of the Pulsar, the pillion seat now has the rear grab rail for greater comfort and security. The bike also features a powerful, even aggressive headlamp (12 volts, full DC) that gives a good constant beam at all speedsof travel.