Is it me, or have you noticed it as well; the P150 and the P200 are very conveniently missing in the latest Pulsar advert – Pulsar mania!
Now, with the Discover 150 set for launch this year, there was a thought that the P150 would be axed. And Pulsars would only be focused on performance biking. So you will have the P180, 200, 220 etc catering to the enthusiast while the XCD and Discover brands would look after the commuting segment.
The point of the Pulsars focusing on performance biking is of course true, but while I still ponder about why the P200 is missing from the advert, I have figured something out about the P150.
The P150, chances are would not be killed after all. Here’s what might happen – the P150 would be completely revamped. It will get new styling, sportier ergonomics (like the Apache RTR – rearset footpegs, lowered handlebars etc), and a more powerful four-valve single cylinder engine. Moreover, the bike might also get a monoshock. Now, I am not completely sure about the last bit, but I think it’s possible, especially with Endurance, Bajaj’s suspension supplier already having prepared and submitted a gas charged, continuously variable monoshock to the company.
Pricing, needless to say will go up!
It’s a brilliant move, no doubt. But, my only worry is whether Bajaj will be able to make the bike handle well or not. I am not a fan of the way the current P150 handles – it’s a little soft and flexy. The P180 isn’t anything great either, and the P200, well, being so front heavy, she’s dreadful!
The light at the end of the tunnel though is the P220. The biggest of the Pulsars has the right weight bias, is correctly sprung and the chassis leaves very little to complaint about, given her conservative performance.
My take – I hope Bajaj does a sporty 150, and gives her the customary innovative and exhaustive features list, the customary breathtaking styling, and yes, the customary brilliant adverts!
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