Bajaj Pulsar F250 vs Pulsar N250 vs Pulsar NS200 vs Pulsar 220F: Family Feud
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The Bajaj Pulsar F250 and Pulsar N250 broke cover yesterday in India. With the addition of the quarter-litre twins, the Pulsar lineup now offers an even wider spectrum of models price-wise. For reference, the NS200 and the 220F are priced within Rs 5,000 - Rs 7,000 of the Pulsar 250s. So, what does each one have in store?
Design
With the Pulsar F250 being the elder sibling of the 220F, it was only fitting for the bike to sport a half-fairing. The F250 looks quite sporty while being practical, and its aggressive front fascia packs a neat-looking LED projector light with LED DRLs. The 220F is still a charmer despite the decade-old design.
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As for the Pulsar N250 and the NS200, it’s pretty much the same story. The former’s new fascia is indeed a fresh addition, and it has a sporty demeanour with a modern touch. Meanwhile, the NS200 still uses the same design since its inception and gets the almost-archaic halogen headlamp. Overall, all four bikes look pretty butch.
Engine
Design and ergonomics-wise, the Pulsar F250 and 220F are similar. The former makes the most power and this should make it a decent offering for commuting as well as spirited riding while not costing a bomb. And if naked bikes are what you fancy, know that the Pulsar N250 and NS200 make the same power. However, the latter gets slightly more advanced components like the liquid cooling system. So, if you are looking for a sporty yet practical commuter, the Pulsar N250 is certainly a decent choice.
Underpinnings
All four Pulsars get pretty much the same suspension setup, except the 220F. But, the NS200 weighs 6kg less than the N250 and 8kg less than the F250. Single-channel ABS is standard throughout.
Features
The largest Pulsars get LED illumination and a USB charging port. On the other hand, the 220F and the NS200 miss out on both. All four are equipped with a semi-digital instrument cluster, but the F250 and N250 also get a gear position indicator.
Price and Verdict
The asking prices of all four are almost similar, with the new models costing a few thousand rupees more while offering a new design, more features, and better output figures. So, we reckon going for the Pulsar F250 or the N250 would be a smart choice.
User Reviews
- NS 200 best of all timeNo vibration, perfect riding position, best performance, all rounder bike. And because I trust the bajaj and in this segment this is the best bike i bought. And the good one is gearing position, I like the design of my bike. Mileage i got on highway around 40 kml in cities 34 around, but best handling in every way. I ride the bike around 1900 km and I got the good mileage i observed there is no mileage drop in this segment. I ride around 50 km per day. Don't buy if you are not a men. Because pulsar is only for men. I would suggest this bike for every men, it is also best for college students and office mates. It attracts the whole attention of everyone.Read More
- Pulsar N250 - Amazing MachineI chose this bike for it's looks, easy spare parts availability and uniqueness on roads. This is one of the cheapest 250cc out there. It provides almost all the modern technologies like riding modes, Dual-channel ABS, Traction control, Bluetooth navigation, etc. I liked the seating posture and seat height it is very accessible to all types of riders. I like bikes having good low-end torque for effortless city riding and this machine has very good low to mid range torque so these are the reasons I chose this beautiful machine. The overall ride quality is very good. The suspension is not that stiff and you will definitely feel the adrenaline rush due to it's power. This is a very good city machine as well as capable on highways. On highways you can easily cruise at 80-100 km/h without much stress on the engine. I must say that the engine is very refined and smooth.The pickup is great and it has very good midrange performance. I am getting mileage of around 38 km/l which is decent for a 250cc. You can get mileage of 45 on highways if you cruise at a constant speed. The stability of this bike at speeds of 90-100 is decent but I am not sure about the high stability post 120 km/h. You feel the absence of a 6th gear on highways sometimes but the bike manages the gear ratios pretty well. Overall I'll say this bike has got a very punchy and refined engine. The braking is very good and the front brake response is very satisfying you will feel confident while riding this machine. The exhaust sound is very bassy and head-turning. People will definitely notice you. The pillion seat and rear suspension is a bit on stiffer side but it is good for cities. One thing I must mention is it's class-leading led projector headlights.The throw is very amazing and you will feel confidence on highways.No other bike in this segment provides such powerful headlights. So let's come to conclusion Will I recommend this bike I would say if you love bike having great low and mid range torque refined engine then you should definitely go for N250.But if you want a better highway machine having liquid looked technology and better high speed stability then you can look at NS200. Overall both the bikes have their own pros and cons and it all depends on what kind of rider you are and what you want. At last I would say you can buy N250 it will not disappoint. You will love riding it. I hope this review helps you find your perfect ride, Thanks...Read More