2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs Pulsar NS200 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250 vs others

The other motorcycles that are mentioned here include the Yamaha MT-15, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Keeway SR250 and Bajaj Dominar 250.

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2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250

What you'll like:

• Well-rounded, good-looking sporty commuter package packed with features and practicality
• Nicely priced. Undercuts most rivals in the segment
• Addresses almost all the weak points of its predecessor, while still retaining the solid fundamentals such as the engine and chassis characteristics
• Packed with features such as slip-and-assist clutch, upside-down fork suspension, digital instrument cluster, turn-by-turn navigation, LED projector headlight, switchable traction control, ABS modes, integrated USB charger, etc.
• Tractable engine with oodles of low-end torque coupled with good gearing and very light clutch makes riding effortless and adaptable to varied usage
• Refined engine with NVH levels rivaling Japanese 250cc commuters
• Deep and bassy exhaust note
• Mature suspension behaviour offers a nice balance between ride quality and handling

What you won't:

• Front brake feels wooden and lacks progressive feedback. Rear brakes are devoid of any bite
• Some quirks in the ergonomics department, including placement of rear view mirrors, handlebar & side-stand lever
• Windblast and buffeting even at moderate speeds
• Sporty only within urban confines. Not very composed at highway speeds or during fast cornering
• 2-valve engine runs out of breath with climbing revs. Lack of sixth gear reduces the fun factor on highway rides
• Quality of plastics and decals, although better than before, has room for improvement
• Bajaj bikes are not known to age very well and it remains to be seen how long-lasting the refinement levels and plastic quality will prove to be over a few years of usage

Review Link

Bajaj Pulsar NS200

Ownership Review

Yamaha MT-15

Launch Discussion

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Ownership Review

Suzuki Gixxer 250

Ownership Review Link

Keeway SR250

Launch Discussion

Bajaj Dominar 250

Launch Discussion

Here's what BHPian vattyboy had to say about the matter:

I have a favourite among all these bikes, and it's the N250. Whenever I'm riding my bike on the road, this particular bike always catches my attention with its stunning looks.

It is a complete package, and the exhaust note is quite impressive too. Also, it comes at a reasonable price point.

My second choice is Gixxer 250, but it needs an update on looks quickly.

Here's what BHPian Sudarshan42 had to say about the matter:

I don't think I can look at any of these as viable options when the NS400Z exists for a tiny premium. So I vote for Others.

That said, if you're hell-bent on staying under 300cc and want an air-cooled engine for simplicity, I'd take a look at the CB300F.

Here's what BHPian AulusGabinius had to say about the matter:

I guess I'd have to pick the Gixxer 250 because it might be the most powerful, the most friendly, and the most reliable. I know it's dated, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. The closest competitors would be the Pulsar N250 for the VFM, and the MT-15, despite the smaller figures, for the Yamaha brand and its design.

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