Bajaj Auto is preparing to enter the affordable adventure motorcycle segment with a new dual-purpose bike with a 250 cc engine
Bajaj Auto has largely stayed away from the affordable adventure motorcycle segment in India, leaving the space to bikes such as the Hero Xpulse 210. That could change with its upcoming adventure motorcycle, which has been spotted testing in different stages of development over the past few months.
The motorcycle appears to be designed for riders who want something more capable on broken roads and trails than a conventional commuter, without stepping up to a large-capacity adventure tourer. Its final name and specifications are still under wraps, although the previously trademarked Trekker name has emerged as one possibility.
The design follows the familiar dual-sport template, with a tall front beak, a compact headlight cowl, a slim-looking fuel tank and an upright riding position. The long, single-piece seat should make it practical for everyday use, while a rear luggage carrier provides a mounting point for touring bags or a top box.
The visible hardware includes conventional telescopic front forks with rubber gaiters, a rear monoshock and wire-spoke wheels. Earlier test bikes suggest a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combination, although the final sizes have not been confirmed. Dual-purpose tyres, disc brakes at both ends, handguards, tubular engine protection and an underbody guard round off the package.
The most likely engine candidate for the India-spec motorcycle is the 249 cc, air- and oil-cooled single-cylinder unit used by the Pulsar N250. The engine’s cooling arrangement and the test bike’s association with the N250 have fuelled this expectation. For reference, the current Pulsar N250 produces 24.1 bhp and 21.5 Nm. Bajaj could revise the engine’s tuning and gearing for the adventure bike, prioritising low- and mid-range response over outright performance. However, the company has not confirmed the engine or its output figures.
The cockpit appears to use a rectangular colour TFT display similar in layout to the unit seen on newer Pulsar models. The switchgear is also more feature-rich than what one might expect on a basic dual-sport motorcycle. Smartphone connectivity, navigation and riding modes are possible, but their availability on the production bike is yet to be confirmed. The high-mounted exhaust, raised handlebar and rear luggage carrier further suggest that Bajaj wants the motorcycle to work for both daily commutes and longer rides.
Bajaj has not announced the motorcycle’s Indian launch date or pricing. Reports point towards an international introduction in late 2026, potentially followed by an India launch in 2027. The Trekker name and a price around Rs 2 lakh, ex-showroom, remain speculation.
