Bajaj Auto has launched a new ABS variant of the Pulsar NS125 that costs Rs 1,06,739, ex-showroom. As the name suggests, Bajaj has updated the motorcycle with single-channel ABS. We explore the key features of the Pulsar NS125 and take a look at the motorcycles it competes against.
Speaking about the Pulsar NS125 ABS variant, Sarang Kanade, President, Motorcycle Business Unit, Bajaj Auto ltd., said, “Gen Z knows exactly what they want, and they demand it from manufacturers. Bajaj Auto has heard and delivered. The Pulsar NS125, now with ABS isn’t about boring commuting—it’s about owning the daring ride. With class-leading performance, muscular styling, and technology that keeps you in control, it’s built for those who ride with confidence and never settle for less. That’s why the Pulsar NS125 ABS is the ultimate ride for the new generation of riders”.
Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS: Specifications
The Pulsar NS125 is powered by 124.45 cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine that produces 11.8 bhp at 8500 rpm and 11 Nm at 7500 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. According to Bajaj, the NS125 is the most powerful motorcycle in its segment. The motorcycle has a 12-litre fuel tank and rides on 17-inch tyres in front and rear. The brake system consists of a 240 mm front disc and a 130 mm drum.
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 | Specification |
| Engine | 124.45 cc |
| Power | 11.8 bhp at 8500 rpm |
| Torque | 11 Nm at 7000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS: Features
The Pulsar NS125 has an edgy design which gives it an aggressive road presence. It has an LED headlamp with signature Pulsar twin-strip LED tail lights. The Pulsar NS125 comes equipped with a digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity, gear position indicator, distance-to-empty readout, real-time fuel economy and average fuel economy. It also has a USB port for charging devices.
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 | Dimensions |
| Length | 2012 mm |
| Width | 810 mm |
| Height | 1078 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179 mm |
| Seat Height | 805 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1353 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 144 kg |
Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS: Competition
The Pulsar NS125 competes against the Hero Xtreme 125R and TVS Raider. The Xtreme 125R ABS trim costs Rs 1,01,100, ex-showroom Delhi and the Raider SX is for Rs 1,04,471, ex-showroom Delhi.
| Specification | TVS Raider 125 | Hero Xtreme 125R |
| Engine | 124.8 cc | 124.7 cc |
| Power | 11.2 bhp at 8500 rpm | 11.4 bhp at 8250 rpm |
| Torque | 11.2 Nm at 6000 rpm | 10.5 Nm at 6500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |