The first two new-gen Classic models to launch in the second half of next year are going to be Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 in India
Recently, Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director of Bajaj Auto stated that Pulsar nameplate will complete 25 years in 2026 and hence, the company has planned a lot of exciting stuff for the biking aficionados across the country. Now, we have learnt that the next-gen Bajaj Pulsar Classic is going to debut in the second half of next year in India. Bajaj Pulsar needs no formal introduction as it is a household name in our country with a legacy spanning well over two decades. Bajaj had earlier trifurcated the Pulsar brand into Classic, N and NS/RS models.
The biggest update in the new-gen Bajaj Pulsar will come in the form of a new platform. The ongoing Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 use the ageing double-cradle frame which is suspended by dual shock rear absorbers. However, the new-gen models are expected to get the latest monoshock suspension, as we see in the modern N and NS/RS bikes in the Pulsar family.
As far as styling, both the Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 are going to witness an ‘evolutionary’ setup while retaining most of the elements. The company might reintroduce the big fuel-tank look with the new models. Though nothing much is known about the exact design updates, we expect the Pulsar Classic range to boast of all-LED lighting, digital instrument cluster and Bluetooth connectivity.
Mechanically, the Pulsar Classic models are likely to see a handful of updates due to the new chassis. However, the 125 and 150 duo will carry on with the current engine setup as they are hugely popular among the masses. The Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 are going to be the first two models in the Classic line-up to come with these updates as they are being readied to arrive next year.
Bajaj Auto had recently updated the Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 220 with an all-LED lighting setup and refreshed graphics, which also included the newly introduced LED turn indicators. However, the new-gen models will come with substantial updates in the form of chassis, design and features as mentioned before in the article. The new-gen Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 will go on sale ahead of the festive season of Diwali in 2026, which is around Aug-Sep.
The new-gen models are likely to be more expensive than the current versions. However, the price hike is expected to be nominal and not a bigger one. The next-gen Bajaj Pulsar 125 could be priced between Rs 80,000-90,000 (ex-showroom) while the next-gen Bajaj Pulsar 150 could be launched in a price range of 1.05-1.15 lakh (ex-showroom) in the country.
