Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Hi,

So my objective was to change the backlight of my AS200 console from orange to blue. The same applies to NS/RS/AS.
Only the console disassembly procedure varies. Was a blue backlight fan since RTR160. Also the switch cluster is of blue color, I feel it doesn't match pretty well.
So went through some threads in xbhp to get a rough idea of what LEDs are used inside.

Analysis of console:
The LEDs for needle and tachometer is 3528 SMD 0.2W amber and Red colored.
Since needle is red I don't wanna mess up the colors.
The orange for the tachometer reading needs to be swapped with cool white.

The LEDs for the LCD is 0603 amber ones 0.1w each.
I needed it to be pretty bright so I went ahead using a slightly larger die chip.

Next large die was 1206 SMD LEDs.

Things required.

Desired color of LEDs
3528 and 1206 LEDs least 20 numbers each. SMD soldering can get messy at times. So some spare LEDs can be handy.

Micro soldering station. Soldron brand is recommended due to better temperature accuracy.
Can also use cheap SAMCON brand does the job well.

I'm not much concentrating on the dismantling part as this is already covered in the old thread from Xbhp.

Good soldering experience. This needs patience and lots of experience in terms of desoldering and soldering back.

Note: I'm not using desoldering gun. I'm using desoldering wick to desolder the LCD from the PCB.

Use 35w soldering for desoldering using the desol wick.
Note: dipping the desol wick in liquid flux will help the capillary action of the wick more effective.



Desolder the amber LEDs from the PCB. Mark the polarity of the LEDs.

I'm using cool white for the tachometer reading 3 LEDs.
And blue for the LCD display 8 LEDs.

If one needs he can also swapout the telltale lights LEDs and rev limiter LED color.
I personally like Red is the right choice for revlimiter. So went ahead with it.



A closer look on the PCB.

Now onto the voltmeter or battery voltage monitor system (Fancy techy name).

I bought these cheap 3 digit voltmeter modules off of AliExpress long back. One can use the blank space in console where the Bajaj blue logo is present (Bajaj Bluetooth Logo).

These LED voltmeters are available in various colors one can match the respective LCD backlight color he goes to.



The white plastic frame can be cut to the desired size to accomodate the voltmeter.

There has been significant changes in console of 2012 to 2013 NS and post 2013 NS since more tell tale lights have been added. the number of pins are higher in newer models.

Resolder everything back including the LCD and check the functionality.



Reinstall the casing back. Note: check the gasket (foam tape) used in the console cover. This is done to prevent moisture entry. Also one can add in a packet of silicon desiccant inside.





Will add the voltmeter pinouts soon below. There are two methods to get it wired up. Sense pin can directly be linked to battery or the wiring can be contained within console assy.

Please post your views and comments below.

Thanks and regards..
Manoj Sivaraman..

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Thanks ! I got them changed to MRF Revz S before the lockdown. Front still the same, will get them done once we recover from this grave situation. Wanted to make sure bike is in working condition during the lockdown.

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Kaveri tyres do offer free installation.
Amirtham tyres don't offer installation because they don't have the right machine.

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Yes i agree its ugly. But i guess it is changing the bike sound in the new model

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Every authorised shop have machine to change them,here in ludhiana.i think they must have also,rest google them and find thier contact number ask them.

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Thanks this definitely helps!

One question, will they change the tyre or just give me the tyre and I will have to reach out to a mechanic ? (Asking because in Bangalore that’s what one of the dealer told me, and due to time couldn’t get it changed there)

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

You can reach out to Amirtham Tyres near to new bus stand or kaveri Tyres (Authorised MRF dealer).

Guess this helps.

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

But why you want to install that ugly looking conveter [emoji849][emoji849][emoji849]

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Is anyone else also thinking of installing Catalatic Converter from BS6 model in Bs4 model??

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Well you can even look at apache 200, take test drives and see which you like better. Apache looks better according to me, has dual channel abs, which is a lot better than the single channel one, and has slipper clutch, and the digital display has lot more features.

In this price range there are many bikes available and even more if you consider the used route.

It's upto you what you prefer, take test drives and then decide but when you consider the bs6 prices, ns is a good bike, very good power, 6th gear, liquid cooled, abs etc.

And if you like faired bikes then there's r15 as well

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Hello all, I have booked P200 NS BS6 (white) this week. Is it the best value for money for total onroad budget of 1.6 lacs? Am looking for a 20km daily commute and occasional weekend long drive

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

[emoji20] will find some tyre shop here in pondi(had come to pondi last week)
Would appreciate if someone can point to a familiar shop.

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Nope....!!!

Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

Could normal wear and tear cause this kind of cut ?

Also does anyone know where can I get MRF tyres in Pondicherry?

Re: Pulsar 200 NS Owners Review and Experiences

First check these two bud, let's see then what happens. Keep us posted.

Cheers!
VJ