Safety is now a very critical factor which affects buying decisions of prospective buyers. For two-wheelers, the biggest safety net is a Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Basically, it is an electronic system, which prevents the wheels from locking up completely in case of panic braking which may otherwise lead to the vehicle being disbalanced.
Still a rare occurrence in scooters, ABS is now a common phenomenon in motorcycles. ABS is offered in two forms– single-channel and dual-channel. The former offers safety net to the front wheel only whereas the latter offers features to the rear wheels as well. Here’s a look at the top five most affordable motorcycles that offer dual-channel ABS in India.
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Price: Rs 1.32 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar N160 is the most affordable motorcycle with a dual-channel ABS, priced at Rs 1.32 lakh (ex-showroom). Powering the Pulsar N160 is a 164.82cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine developing 15.7 bhp of power and 14.65 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 5-speed gearbox.
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Price: Rs 1.37 lakh
Another 160cc Pulsar from Bajaj– the NS160— is the next most affordable motorcycle to offer a dual-channel ABS, priced at Rs 1.37 lakh. Powering the Pulsar NS160 is a 160cc, single-cylinder motor delivering 17.03 bhp and 14.6 Nm. It is mated to a five-speed gearbox.
TVS Apache RTR 200
Price: Rs 1.49 lakh
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V offers its dual-channel ABS variant at a price of Rs 1.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It is powered by a 197.75cc, single-cylinder, four-valve, oil-cooled engine which kicks out 20.2bhp at 8,500rpm and 16.8Nm of peak torque at 7,500rpm. This engine is paired with a five-speed gearbox.
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
Price: Rs 1.50 lakh
Bajaj offers the dual-channel Pulsar NS200 at a price of Rs 150 lakh (ex-showroom). Powering the Pulsar NS200 is a 199cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It produces 24.13 bhp at 9,750rpm and a peak torque of 18.74Nm at 8,000rpm. The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox with a slip and assist clutch.
Bajaj Pulsar N250/F250
Price: Rs 1.51 lakh
Basically, Bajaj offers the most affordable premium sporty commuter motorcycles. Hence, the Pulsar N250 and F250, both offered at a price of Rs 1.51 lakh (ex-showroom), are well kitted and come with dual-channel ABS as standard. The quarter-litre Pulsars are powered by a 249cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine that pumps out 24.1 bhp and a peak torque of 21.5 Nm. The motor is linked to a five-speed gearbox that benefits from a slipper clutch.
