A Sporty Icon Upgraded
Bajaj Auto launched the 2025 Bajaj Pulsar RS200 on January 9, 2025, igniting excitement among riders with its premium redesign and enhanced features. Priced at ₹1.84 lakh (ex-showroom), this fully-faired sports bike targets young thrill-seekers, offering a bold new look and modern tech. While social media claims a 55 kmpl mileage, credible sources like BikeWale report a more realistic 35 kmpl, with real-world figures around 30-35 kmpl. Competing with the Yamaha R15 V4 and KTM RC 200, it’s a standout in the 200cc segment.
Premium Design & Features
The 2025 RS200 sports a sharper, aggressive fairing with twin LED projector headlamps, DRLs, and restyled C-shaped LED taillights. New graphics and colors—Glossy Racing Red, Pearl Metallic White, and Active Satin Black add flair. It features a Bluetooth-enabled LCD console with turn-by-turn navigation, call/SMS alerts, and gear indication. Dual-channel ABS with Road, Rain, and Off-Road modes ensures safety, while a wider 140/70-17 rear tire boosts grip. X users praise its “badass vibe,” though some note the lack of USD forks.
- Sculpted fairing with aerodynamic winglets
- LED lighting with DRLs and indicators
- Bluetooth LCD with navigation
- Dual-channel ABS with ride modes
- Colors: Racing Red, Pearl White, Satin Black
Powerful Engine & Performance
The RS200 retains its 199.5cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine, producing 24.1 bhp at 9,750 rpm and 18.7 Nm at 8,000 rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and slipper clutch. It hits a top speed of 140.8 kmph and sprints 0-100 kmph in ~10 seconds. While claims of 55 kmpl are exaggerated, user-reported mileage is 30-35 kmpl (13L tank, ~390-455 km range). Telescopic forks and a monoshock handle suspension, but some X posts wish for USD forks for sharper handling.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 199.5cc, Liquid-cooled, BS6 |
| Power | 24.1 bhp @ 9,750 rpm |
| Mileage | 30-35 kmpl (real-world) |
| Price | ₹1.84 lakh (ex-showroom) |
| Transmission | 6-speed with Slipper Clutch |
Why It’s a Head-Turner
The 2025 RS200’s premium styling, wider rear tire, and tech upgrades like ABS ride modes make it a value-packed choice, though its ₹10,000 price hike over 2024 draws mixed X reactions. It outshines the R15 V4’s 18.1 bhp with raw power but lags in refinement. Bookings are open at bajajauto.com, with EMI from ₹6,254/month. With 3,000+ dealerships and maintenance at ₹3,000/year, it’s a rider’s delight. Is this the sporty upgrade you’ve been waiting for?