My Bajaj Pulsar NS200: Tips & mods to make it tourer-friendly

I ride an average of 50 km everyday and end up with a stiff back after each ride.

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Hello all. Have been riding my Bajaj Pulsar NS200 (BS6, 2020 March model) for 1.7 years and have been 100% satisfied. A sudden transfer to my home town has now given me a posting at a place 25 km from home. (Daily 50 km up and down commute). Every day I am left with a stiff back after the ride. (Speaking about the ride, dangerous driving in the heavy traffic narrow Kerala state highway)

Can you suggest tips and mods that make my ride a bit more comfortable, like handle grip, seat modifications and any other mods?

My expectation: A butter-smooth ride like the old Yamaha FZ16 or Honda Unicorn

All suggestions are welcome.

Here's what BHPian IshaanIan had to say on the matter:

Have you adjusted the preload on the rear shock to your liking? I would recommend core strength workouts over any handle grip/seat modifications etc. It all boils down to your posture balance and base on the bike. If you feel like the bike rides excessively harshly then perhaps a change in oil viscosity for the front forks?

Here's what BHPian windrider had to say on the matter:

Get soft handlebar grips. If your riding position is too committed, you will get wrist pain. Try and find handlebar risers. Adjust your rear suspension to the softest setting. Decrease tyre pressure by 2-3 psi. Your mileage will suffer but your back will thank you. Try and find a gel seat or add cushioning to your current seat.

Here's what BHPian viper_711 had to say on the matter:

A larger windshield goes a long way in my opinion. From personal experience, after a larger windshield, rides became less tiresome. Wind and wind noise on the helmet contributes a lot to a feeling of fatigue. My experience is based on 150-200 km rides but feel free to try it out!

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