The Bajaj Pulsar range is one of the most iconic and famous varieties of motorbikes in India. Ever since this bike amazed customers during its debut in 2001, the Pulsars have been turning heads. Recently Bajaj has been updating the various offerings in its 180 cc Pulsar range. These upgrades include a better-tuned engine, a new bike chassis and overall better electronics.

But do all of these changes make the 180 cc variant of the Pulsar better than its 150 cc cousin? Here are some key differentiators between the two:

1 Engine:

The Pulsar range has recently been updated to comply with the newly changed emission norms. Mechanically there aren’t any significant differences when comparing the Pulsar 180 with its 150 cc counterpart. The Pulsar 180 comes with a 178 cc single cylinder engine capable of producing 17 bhp of power at 8,500 rpm and 14 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm, whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 150 comes with a 149.5 cc engine that can output a max power of 15 PS at 8000 rpm and a max torque of 13.4 Nm at 6000 rpm.

Both engines are mated with a 5-speed gearbox and have an expected mileage of around 45 Km to the litre. The bikes are quick- the Pulsar 150 has a maximum speed of 115 kmph, and the Pulsar 180 has a maximum speed of 122 kmph.

2. Bike Visuals:

The Bajaj Pulsar 180 is available to buyers in several eye-catching colour combinations. Parts of the bike such as the semi fairings, the projector headlights, side panels as well as the Pulsar logo get a highlighted finish that is visually pleasing. In addition to this, depending on the colour options, these can be customized. Riders who have used this bike say that it has an eye-catching road presence and gives a high return on mileage for the daily commuter. The addition of projector headlights to the bike make it even more aesthetically appealing.

The Pulsar 150, on the other hand, is one of the most historic bikes on Indian roads. Its looks have mostly stayed unchanged over the years. However, in recent times Bajaj has updated the colour scheme of the bike as well as started producing various other colouring options that weren’t there earlier, such as green and silver.

3. Bike Features and Electronics:

The design team at Bajaj has done a great job in ensuring that the new Bajaj Pulsar 180 is a unique motorbike. Features such as projector headlights and padded seats offer riders significantly higher comfort when riding in city traffic as well as commuting along the highway. The new Pulsar is curated for those who have to suffer long commutes every day and users say that in some instances the bike offers more mileage than the 45 kmpl specified by the manufacturer. Thanks to the steel braided brakes, comfort is enhanced, and cushioned pillion seats only make the experience of ownership more memorable.

The Pulsar 150 has massive value for money proposition. This is because the bike comes with classic features such as a kick start and electrical starting options among a host of other features. The disk brakes in the Bajaj Pulsar 150 come with a single-channel ABS feature that significantly improves the safety of the motorbike. In case you are interested in owning this bike, check out our Two Wheeler Loan EMI Calculator to see how much the Pulsar 150 will cost you.

4. Conclusion:

The Pulsar range offered by Bajaj is one of the company’s most popular bikes that have ever plied on Indian roads. The Pulsar 180 version had been introduced back in 2001 and ever since has seen a lot of changes and updates. Through the 180 Bajaj hopes to seal the Pulsar’s legacy. The bike outperforms most of the competition in its price range. Over the years, Bajaj has updated the Pulsar 180 with subtle changes such as the introduction of a semi-digital instrument console, LED tail lamps, more comfortable seat design and new colour schemes. The Pulsar 180F can be looked at as the marriage of the older 180 and 220F versions. We have to say that it does not disappoint.