Bajaj Pulsar Lineup Evolution: In Pics

2001: The original Pulsar 150 and 180 set the foundation as Bajaj’s first performance-focused motorcycles

2003: Upgrade 1 introduced DTS-i technology and integrated twin-pilot lamps to the Pulsar 150 & 180

2004: With Upgrade 2, Bajaj added 17-inch alloy wheels, ExhausTEC, more power and torque, and Nitrox suspension

2006: Upgrade 3 brought LED lighting, a digital speedometer, backlit switches and self-cancelling indicators

2007-2010: The Pulsar range expanded with the Pulsar 200 DTS-i, 220 Fi, Upgrade 4, 135 and 220 S, bringing new technology and performance

2012: The NS200 marked a major shift with an all-new design, liquid-cooled engine and a perimeter frame

2015-2017: Bajaj further expanded the family with the RS200, AS200/150 and NS160, adding new body styles and performance options

2018-2019: Updates to the Pulsar 150 brought a revised engine, twin disc setup, while the Pulsar 180F also joined the lineup

2021-2023: The new-generation Pulsar era began with the N250/F250, followed by the NS125, N160, P150, N150 and updated NS models

2024: The Pulsar NS400Z took the range into a new performance category with a 373.3 cc engine, making it the most powerful Pulsar yet

2025: Bajaj refreshed the Pulsar 125 and 150 with LED headlights and a new digital console

2026: The NS400Z was downsized to meet the new GST 2.0 norms, helping Bajaj position it more competitively in the 300-400cc segment

2026: The N160 received 4V text and new features including a TFT display, Bluetooth and Google Maps mirroring