Is there any problem if I ride in the 6th gear between 45 - 60 kmph...? A friend of mine ( R15 owner) said, not to put 6th gear for speeds less than 60 kmph,and that will reduce the bikes top end performance in future.
How true is it...?
Also my cousin commented that NS doesn't have that much initial power compared to the 220 or rtr180,and that NS don't stand a chance against them in a drag( NOT REFERRING RACE IN THE CITY).
Can anyone comment about this....

1400 km done the NS and here's the story so far -

1k kms here <---


+ves
1) Boringly stable. It's so damn stable till the speeds that I've been able to take it to till date (i.e. around 100 kmph @ < 7k rpms) that I don't get the feeling that I'm riding a bloody 94k machine. It almost feels like a Splendor on steroids (no offence to the Splendor owners here)

hehe...Even I feel the same sometimes...but that fades away while accelerating hard on signals

3) Deceptively fast or is that speedo error but anyways I'm loving it.

I guess my NS doesn't have that much of speedo error...I checked mine with a ZMR & both bikes were displaying the same figures...or maybe both had equal amount of error

4) The torque and power distribution at higher gears 4,5 and 6 is good. Can't say the same about 2 and 3.
Agree...needs a lot of gear changes in bumper to bumper traffic...the first 3 gears gets chewed up in no time.

5) Being a pervious Pulsar owner I know for sure that what ever vibes the motorcycle produces would be there, because (a) this is an Indian motorcycle after all with an in house developed engine and the technology has to a long way (it has come a long way already but still there's distance left) (b) this is not an electric engine and some sort of vibes are bound to be there because a lot of mechanics are going inside. So, put things into perspective and you have one of the smootest country made engine at your disposal, who, like the prodigal son always comes back with providence.
Very nicely said...

-ves
1) Buzzing from the front visor and that would be resolved soon.

+1.But I guess that has to do with the awful road conditions near my locality.

3) Slight vibes coming to the handle bar between 6k-7k rpm. Below that and post that there's nothing. I know this is not an issue for sure, but would discuss it with the service center during the next service and would surely go for more runs at those rpms in that time.

hmmm...my NS vibrates at around 4.5-6k rpm...below that & post that there's nothing.Seems a little weird to me as till now I thought that a vehicle is supposed to vibrate at higher RPMs instead...

4) Unnecesary attraction puller and that has proved to be harmful as someone decided to put an autograph on the tank (I'm still trying to find that artist so that I can gift him an unusable limb of him)

lololol...unusable limb...mind I suggest an eye patch instead !!

Is there any problem if I ride in the 6th gear between 45 - 60 kmph...? A friend of mine ( R15 owner) said, not to put 6th gear for speeds less than 60 kmph,and that will reduce the bikes top end performance in future.
How true is it...?
Also my cousin commented that NS doesn't have that much initial power compared to the 220 or rtr180,and that NS don't stand a chance against them in a drag.
Can anyone comment about this....

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Lol...
I wonder why such misconceptions still exist...there won't be any problem if you ride your NS between 45-60 kph in the 6th gear...
Also,its only in the "feel" where 220 feels more aggressive than the NS in the lower RPMs...i.e when you accelerate hard on the 220 you'll feel that you are moving very fast whereas on the NS you won't feel that you are moving that fast...but put them on clocks and you can see the difference...some owners have already posted about beating 220s,dukes & even a CBR250 R in a drag race on their NS...even I've slayed a 220 DTSi on a drag very easily...

1400 km done the NS and here's the story so far -

+ves
1) Boringly stable. It's so damn stable till the speeds that I've been able to take it to till date (i.e. around 100 kmph @ < 7k rpms) that I don't get the feeling that I'm riding a bloody 94k machine. It almost feels like a Splendor on steroids (no offence to the Splendor owners here)

2) Amazing amazing handling. Knee Touch downs are almost becoming a habbit now.

3) Deceptively fast or is that speedo error but anyways I'm loving it.

4) The torque and power distribution at higher gears 4,5 and 6 is good. Can't say the same about 2 and 3.

5) Being a pervious Pulsar owner I know for sure that what ever vibes the motorcycle produces would be there, because (a) this is an Indian motorcycle after all with an in house developed engine and the technology has to a long way (it has come a long way already but still there's distance left) (b) this is not an electric engine and some sort of vibes are bound to be there because a lot of mechanics are going inside. So, put things into perspective and you have one of the smootest country made engine at your disposal, who, like the prodigal son always comes back with providence.

-ves
1) Buzzing from the front visor and that would be resolved soon.

2) The horn. Well can't do much about it as I want to protect the battery. The best way out is to improve my riding skill and reduce my dependency on the puny horn.

3) Slight vibes coming to the handle bar between 6k-7k rpm. Below that and post that there's nothing. I know this is not an issue for sure, but would discuss it with the service center during the next service and would surely go for more runs at those rpms in that time.

4) Unnecesary attraction puller and that has proved to be harmful as someone decided to put an autograph on the tank (I'm still trying to find that artist so that I can gift him an unusable limb of him)

hi guyss...today installed K&N R1100 high flow filter in my blue monster..sound and performance is superb....i have uploaded the video..check out the link below.
pulsar 200NS with K&N power filter.3gp - YouTube

1400 km done the NS and here's the story so far -

+ves
1) Boringly stable. It's so damn stable till the speeds that I've been able to take it to till date (i.e. around 100 kmph @ < 7k rpms) that I don't get the feeling that I'm riding a bloody 94k machine. It almost feels like a Splendor on steroids (no offence to the Splendor owners here)

2) Amazing amazing handling. Knee Touch downs are almost becoming a habbit now.

3) Deceptively fast or is that speedo error but anyways I'm loving it.

4) The torque and power distribution at higher gears 4,5 and 6 is good. Can't say the same about 2 and 3.

5) Being a pervious Pulsar owner I know for sure that what ever vibes the motorcycle produces would be there, because (a) this is an Indian motorcycle after all with an in house developed engine and the technology has to a long way (it has come a long way already but still there's distance left) (b) this is not an electric engine and some sort of vibes are bound to be there because a lot of mechanics are going inside. So, put things into perspective and you have one of the smootest country made engine at your disposal, who, like the prodigal son always comes back with providence.

-ves
1) Buzzing from the front visor and that would be resolved soon.

2) The horn. Well can't do much about it as I want to protect the battery. The best way out is to improve my riding skill and reduce my dependency on the puny horn.

3) Slight vibes coming to the handle bar between 6k-7k rpm. Below that and post that there's nothing. I know this is not an issue for sure, but would discuss it with the service center during the next service and would surely go for more runs at those rpms in that time.

4) Unnecesary attraction puller and that has proved to be harmful as someone decided to put an autograph on the tank (I'm still trying to find that artist so that I can gift him an unusable limb of him)

After 15 km ride, in speeds below 55, I reached at coaching class. So after 3 hours when i getting ready to get back home, bike didn't start at all. I inserted my keys, turned it on, radiator fan continuously rotated, i tried to crank the engine, it didn't start. And coolant temperature light turned on. How can coolant get heated just by standing for 3 hours! Even I left fan rotating for 15 mins, with no help. It was late, i called my brother to come over there, then called showroom mechanic. The mechanic was just 4 km away but he was taking too much time to reach. During that time, my brother's friend asked to show him where is battery. He just playing with the terminals, fan was still rotating, then there was something towards left of battery, he just touched it, fan stopped, and when i cranked bike started. When he pressed it, it made a click sound, so i think it was some kind of fuse, will check it tomorrow morning again.

I had really gone frustrated. I really doubt what PDI was done on bike when it was delivered. Showroom guy said it will take 3 days for PDI. So i got my bike after 3 days, moreover I really doubt if they follow the checks written on the manual for first service!!

This time I'm going to shoot a mail to Bajaj Customer Care, about the kind of service I have got till now. This is a awesome bike, and for these small things people will consider this isnt good bike. I was so embrassed when bike didn't start and hearing to people's comments 'Pulsar will be pulsar'.

Continuing with csajal's ownership experience
After following the AFR posts on this thread for quite some time, I decided to go for it. Gave the screw a little less than quarter a turn ANTI-CLOCK wise. For illustration purposes - the rotation equivalent of turning the clock hand from 2 to 11.5

Short term feedback on AFR adjustment:
+ No snatchy feeling while accelerating. Smooth acceleration from low rpms
+ In the past 2 days of riding, did not notice the flat spots. This has been mostly city driving. Will take it out on the highway this weekend and update.
? Effect on FE: No idea as of now. Will have some insight in 2 weeks time.

Planned upgrades
? White LED pilot lamps
? Rim stickers: Have a red bike - not sure if i should go with white stripes or red - Please suggest

Is there any problem if I ride in the 6th gear between 45 - 60 kmph...? A friend of mine ( R15 owner) said, not to put 6th gear for speeds less than 60 kmph,and that will reduce the bikes top end performance in future.
How true is it...?
Also my cousin commented that NS doesn't have that much initial power compared to the 220 or rtr180,and that NS don't stand a chance against them in a drag( NOT REFERRING RACE IN THE CITY).
Can anyone comment about this....

Even I want to know whats the solution. So that if in future it happens it can be sorted out easily. Too bad my holiday for today got cancelled, so cant go to svc now...chances of getting center stand is also dimmed now. But whenever i go there I will try to find out ans will let you guys know for sure....

After following the AFR posts on this thread for quite some time, I decided to go for it. Gave the screw a little less than quarter a turn ANTI-CLOCK wise. For illustration purposes - the rotation equivalent of turning the clock hand from 2 to 11.5

Short term feedback on AFR adjustment:
+ No snatchy feeling while accelerating. Smooth acceleration from low rpms
+ In the past 2 days of riding, did not notice the flat spots. This has been mostly city driving. Will take it out on the highway this weekend and update.
? Effect on FE: No idea as of now. Will have some insight in 2 weeks time.

Planned upgrades
? White LED pilot lamps
? Rim stickers: Have a red bike - not sure if i should go with white stripes or red - Please suggest

Your comments are bang on....very justified. Service has been an ordinary aspect and the tiny niggles are continuing to bog the people down. Its high time bajaj must rectity the troubles once and for all. God knows if that time will come.

Guess most P200NS owners have to fend for themselves, and it is heartening to see most of them going the DIY way Successfully.

The Authorised Service centers of any bike manufacturer seem to be clueless on tackling problems with the bikes...except for water wash and oil change,nothing else seems to be done...Of course there are some good ASC, but they are very rare to find....Guess most P200NS owners have to fend for themselves, and it is heartening to see most of them going the DIY way Successfully.

psr, do you know which is the best bajaj ASC for NS in chennai? I will have to go for first service in a day or two!