Bajaj Pulsar 180 ABS, NS160 ABS Launch Next Month
Dealer sources have confirmed the arrival of the two bikes next month
Dealer sources have confirmed the arrival of the two bikes next month
- Bajaj to introduce the ABS versions of the Pulsar 180, NS160 depending on demand.
- The delay might be to avoid cannibalising sales of the newly launched Bajaj Pulsar 180F.
- Both bikes are likely to get a single-channel ABS setup.
Bajaj has updated all of its 125cc and above motorcycles with ABS. However, two bikes had been missing from this list - the Pulsar 180 and Pulsar NS160. This led to speculation that Bajaj has discontinued both these bikes from our market. But word from our dealer sources is that both bikes will be launched with ABS next month.
The government’s April 1 ABS deadline means bikemakers cannot manufacture bikes above 125cc without ABS. As a result, both the Pulsars will be relaunched with ABS when Bajaj feels there’s reasonable demand, which could very well be in the next one to two months.
Also read: Bajaj Pulsar 180F: All You Need To Know
Sales for the Pulsar 180 haven’t been particularly exciting for Bajaj, partly due to its own Pulsar NS160 eating into it. And with the recent introduction of the Pulsar 180F, Bajaj’s 160-180cc portfolio got even more crowded. Bajaj might as well have delayed the launch of the Pulsar 180 and NS160 to avoid cannibalising sales of its new Pulsar 180F.
We expect Bajaj to launch both the Pulsar 180 and Pulsar NS160 with ABS in the next couple of months. Like other Bajaj bikes priced below Rs 1 lakh, we expect both these bikes to feature single-channel ABS. Going by the Pulsar 220F ABS’ pricing we expect both the Pulsar 180 and Pulsar NS160 to be priced at a premium of Rs 7,000-8,000 over their non-ABS counterparts.
Bajaj Pulsar NS160 User Reviews
- Good bike for youngstersGood handling and medium breaking, medium performance for short time city and highway riding, good sharp stylish looking naked bike, good road presence, low service charge with medium mileage 30 to 40 kmpl. Long ride comfort is not good after 100km. Wrist pain and shoulder pain, good handling bike. It's give you confidence to flicker very easily. Front break is good stopping power but too much abs kicking problem, rear brake is not good, no stopping power. Top speed after 2nd service 124 highest, mileage not that good 40 km after simple riding. If you ride aggressively, mileage can drop upto 30-25 kmpl. Can recommend this bike to the youngsters who go to college and those who want to explore many places on bike. Short time riding and some time aggressive riding and those who want naked sports bike in low cc and low service charge bike, this is good for them.Read More3 9
- Excellent bikeMy pulsar NS 160 is still in excellent condition with all documents and riding experience is awesome and bike is also fast and reliable. It also offers dual channel Abs and it has less maintenance cost and it gives immense pleasure to ride. Bike mileage is about 40 kmpl and full tank costs nearly 1k only and this is the best bike, I have ever rode in my life.Read More2 1
- Good condition and safety also , mileage also goodIt's good bike, whenever I bought that time onwards it's good, comfortable, smooth to ride, we can take long ride also, good mileage bike, maintenance friendly, it's a white and black combination bike and also pickup also good, its take early to pick up compared others bike totally it's a good bike.Read More3
- good bike but need some improvements.The bike is good handling and performance but the mileage is not that good, it gives me 30-35 kmpl mileage. Meanwhile, the other 160 segment bikes give more mileage and it's not that smooth at higher revs, feels too much vibration. Design is good and handling is good but not so comfortable feels pain in back and shoulder after long ride as it's sports bike.Read More5 5
- Review of my 6 years old NS160I got this bike when i was 18 back in 2019, after almost 6 plus years and 30 thousand kilometres. I personally see this bike as the best value for money one can get. Apart from that this bike is still relevant after all these years. The one thing i like the most about this vehicle is its handling. If maintained well this bike gives a smooth and comfortable ride be it in city or highway. Mine is twin disc variant with single channel ABS, break bite is quick enough to react in emergency breaking situations. The only con I have noticed so far is bajaj's parts durability. Though they offer parts at cheaper rates comparatively but still it becomes a headache when you need to replace them more often. Will recommend this bike any day. For me this is a perfect package of commuter, adventure, long riding basically everything. I have done 500 kms in a single day stopped at every 100 kms for nearly 30 mins and the bike performed very well. This is a perfect bike for those who look for a all-rounder bike with low maintenance.Read More7 2