R15 beware: Enter India’s fastest bike – new Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi
In the latest of a series of upgrades, Bajaj has launched India’s fastest bike the new Pulsar 220 DTSFi. Capable of reaching a top speed of 144kmph, this mean machine would dethrone the current speed kings, the HH Karizma/Yamaha YZF-R15.
Now the interesting bit; the new model comes at a discounted price of Rs. 70,000/- (ex-showroom, Delhi), Rs 15,000 less than the outgoing one. Isn’t it icing on the cake!
Bajaj is targeting two birds with one stone - setting the performance benchmark and by reducing the cost/exporting this bike, make it available to a wider range of customers.
The new Bajaj Pulsar uses a carburetor instead of fuel injection, and that is how they are able to shave cost.
The new Bajaj Pulsar 220 churns out 21.04 ps@8500rpm (up 1.04 ps) and while maximum torque remains same at 19.12 Nm@7500 rpm. However the peak torque has shifted to the right on the torque curve by 1000 rpm implying a rev happy motor.
On the cosmetic front, it’s just the all black theme that’s carried on to the 220. We would have appreciated a redesigned front fairing, but may be Bajaj has kept it aside for the pulsar 250 or 300 may be. Let’s wait and watch.
Press Release
| Bajaj Auto unveils the Fastest Indian Bike
Delhi: 23rd June, 2009: Bajaj Auto Ltd., today announced the launch of the 2009 Pulsar 220 edition. With it's launch, Bajaj Auto has raised the bar in performance biking segment quite a few notches higher - the Pulsar 220 has now evolved to become the fastest Indian with an amazing top speed of 144km/hr. The new 220 gets the performance boost with 32 venturi carburettor, the bigest ever used in India. In addition, the intake port in the cylinder head has been modified, along with higher lift and duration cam. A larger resonator and catalytic convertor is also used to increase performance. The higher engine performance acheived has been matched to a modified 5th gear ratio, to make the new Pulsar 220, 'The Fastest Indian'. Aimed at the performance bikers who are looking for a thrilling ride experience, this bike comes with many power packed features - auto choke, clip-on handle bar, split seats, engine oil cooler, fuel and battery charge indicators, etc. It also uses temperature based ignition mapping system through which the ignition timing is optimized to acheive good startability, quick warm up and outstanding torque. Speaking on the launch, Mr. S.Sridhar, CEO - 2-wheelers, Bajaj Auto Ltd. said - "We have been continously evolving our Pulsar range to provide our customers state of the art products with unmatched performance and technology. The new 2009 Pulsar 220 has further raised the bar in the performance sengment by becoming the 'India's fastest production motorcycle'." He further added, "We have been the market leaders by far in the premium segment of the motorcycle market, and now with the launch of the 09'220 seres, we will further strengthen our foothold." With 21.04PS of power, sporty styling, long feature-list and a price of Rs.70,000/- ex-showroom, it is a very compelling package for the performance bikers, who will find it hard to resist this fastest Pulsar ever produced. The Bajaj Pulsar 220, 2009 edition will be manufactured at the Chakan plant and it will be available with 4 color opions to choose from. Engine Transmission Chassis Suspension (front): Telescopic, 130mm Dimensions Electricals |
