I think all ppl are too much anxious for the launch of new Pulsar...I just hope it doesnt have Ktm 200 engine...it wil b really disappointing...

Because ???

I have been following the KTM threads for a long time now. I wasn't much interested to add to chaos, so just observed. But after all the interesting heated arguments couldn't resist myself. BTW this is my first first post after a long time partially due to my almost departure from the biking scene. But, the Duke has got me hooked, and has reignited the passion for biking in me. I'm one of the many to book it on first day!

So coming to the great debate > Is KTM a worthy tourer or not?

I just smile when people comment on it's tank capacity as major bottleneck. 10Litres.. ? Ha ha.. So a mere 3 litres more on CBR 250 with 30Kgs more weight make it a capable tourere? Is is so difficult to refuel every 200Kms?

Fairing for touring? When has Fairing got to anything remotely with touring? How many of us are able to sustain 130+KMPH in Indian roads? And you don't need fairing for that anyway! There's difference between racing and racing while touring! lol

Touring in India does not mean travelling on GQs and 4 lane express ways only!

What you require the most is a relaxed riding position, good fuel efficinct, ability to off-road as well. One can't expect to have a ultra light 25 Ps bike, with 20litres fuel capacity.

Infact Duke is the perfect tourer India requires. A bike which as much fun on GQ as on More plains!

Remember "Comments are free, but facts are sacred".. a comment should not change facts. No offence to anyone, but when you criticize a product you should be able to back up his/her claims with experience. Riding to office doesn't make one a TOURER!

Of course people like Payeng will take offence to such stupid arguments, who knows what he is talking about . Amen!

Because it will be obviously priced less than KTM 200 and I will be left with a dilemma which one to choose.

I know it wont be having the swing arm, the inverted forks of the chassi of a KTM but Rajeev Bajaj claims tht it has a technology which is not found in any other bikes...which makes it interesting...

Once launched should I wait for its reviews and its first ride or should simply go and book KTM 200 on Feb1st ??

It shouldn't have, but unfortunately I am working and saving for my MBA, can't afford a bike with under 30kmpl. I guess no one has that answer before people buy it, go through run ins and report. Sorry for typos. I m on my phone and edge connection, so things are not as swift as they should be.

There is no way Mileage will be above 30 kmpl, since it company claimed Mileage, it will be great if this machine can return atleast 25 kmpl. I am just waiting for Mileage reports from owners, don't want to buy a bike which might give 15-20 kmpl. Already once bitten believing company claimed Mileage buying FZ

We just came back on 700 km ride to Ooty from Bangalore on Mahindra Rodeo which has tiny 4 L tank.

We just came back on 700 km ride to Ooty from Bangalore on Mahindra Rodeo which has tiny 4 L tank.

We just came back on 700 km ride to Ooty from Bangalore on Mahindra Rodeo which has tiny 4 L tank.

Name: pulsar 200 NS
3 sparks
SOHC liquid cooled engine
23.bhp at 9500rpm
peak torque of 18.3Nm at 8000rpm
199.5cc engine with UCD 33 carburetor
2017mm x 1195mm x 804mm
ground clearance 167mm
145kg
12L fuel capacity
top speed 136kmph
Front suspension : conventional telescopic
Rear : Nitrox mono shock suspension
280mm disc at the front
230mm disc at the rear
Front 100/80 tubeless tyre
Rear 130/70 tubless
0 to 60 in 3.61
0 to 100 in 9.83
Price under 1L!
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