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    Pulsar 180 or 135LS ? HELP pls..

    Hey Bikers,

    I am pretty new to this motorcylce blogging and I need help real fast . I fell in love with 135LS indonesian version and now its in India; so I went and paid an advance of 1000 bucks to book it. But I saw the musculine P180 in the showroom and from that moment, I am online going through reviews about both the bikes and seriously I cant decide. I dont have an issue with mileage and the extra cost of 180. And I test drove both the bikes and I felt 180 has a god damn grip on the road, 135ls is not bad but its so light like my RX. I am confused, which one to choose.
    What I LIKED:
    P180:
    Tubeless tyres, Rear split hand grips, overall rugged feel of the bike, split seats.
    P135:
    Sporty look, 122K feather weight, Mileage, Unique from the so common p150/180.
    My priorities:
    1. Handling should be easy ( when you are in a theatre and try to park 180 is tough ?)
    2. Cut through the city traffic ( like how I do in my RX)
    3. Good suspension. (sold my rx just because of this reason)

    Dealer is waiting on my word; P180 or P135 ?

    R3 (2015)
    Pulsar 180 (2010-2012 Gifted to brother)
    RX135 ( 2003-2010) - Sold
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    • #3
      As per your requirements ....I think you should go for Pulsar135...only if you are not much concerned about top speed.....its far easy to park and maneuver the bike in traffic than p180....and lighter than p180....the name only suggests it is a light sports machine....& also it has a nice suspension...
      Last edited by Drifty; 08-16-2010, 03:05 PM.

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      • #4
        if you are looking for really good speed it's the 180 for everything else,135

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        • #5
          Thanks Mate, lookin for some more inputs.

          R3 (2015)
          Pulsar 180 (2010-2012 Gifted to brother)
          RX135 ( 2003-2010) - Sold

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          • #6
            135
            Because it is better and newer bike.
            180 is way too common.

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            • #7
              okay pulsar 135 offers newer technology,much much better styling,really good performance(approx .3 seconds slower than 180 in 0-60) yet doesn't compromise on FE,its handling is better,easier for traffic and even for a race track and most importantly is new!
              and about 180 it's also very good with nice styling,performance though at the cost of fuel efficiency and also at a 15K premium
              but for sure it's not gonna disappoint you
              u could also try out 220S not much costlier than 180

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              • #8
                being a new launch p135 ll not have a new upgades for say at the least two years and p180 you may get any upgade shortly;Given your requirement p135 fits perfectly in , it will never let you down go for it

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by rx135to135LS View Post
                  My priorities:

                  1. Handling should be easy ( when you are in a theatre and try to park 180 is tough ?)

                  2. Cut through the city traffic ( like how I do in my RX)
                  The P135LS is a sweet handler specially in traffic and is light and nimble to park as well.

                  The P180 due to its longer wheelbase and heavy body can be sometimes handful, especially for below average height riders.


                  Originally posted by rx135to135LS View Post
                  3. Good suspension. (sold my rx just because of this reason)

                  Dealer is waiting on my word; P180 or P135 ?
                  The suspension on the P180 is more supple and offer a more plush and comfortable ride.
                  The rear suspension of the P135LS is sprung a bit on the firmer side to aid sporty handling.



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                  • #10
                    Man..I am happy to end up in Xbhp..its a bunch of guys; who knows wht they talk.. Like the feedbacks here, I am also more inclined towards P135.
                    A few concerns on P135, Is it feels more plasticity ? may be I feel it that way bcoz I had eyes on P180 ?

                    R3 (2015)
                    Pulsar 180 (2010-2012 Gifted to brother)
                    RX135 ( 2003-2010) - Sold

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by raja_roadster View Post
                      being a new launch p135 ll not have a new upgades for say at the least two years and p180 you may get any upgade shortly;Given your requirement p135 fits perfectly in , it will never let you down go for it
                      it applies to every motorcycle manufacturer except bajaj



                      @TS:- If money is not a constraint then the p180 anyday. If you are concerned about mileage then the p135.
                      NOT BEEN THERE NOT DONE THAT

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                      • #12
                        To make things more naked and make the bike feel light (also to wor on aerodynamics if i 'm not wrong) only in p180 it feels more plasticised not to worry much on those regards in p135. P135 was also named bike of the year in ZIG WHEEELS what else do you want go for it dude.

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                        • #13
                          hey madhav thats true dude

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                            Originally posted by rx135to135LS View Post
                            Man..I am happy to end up in Xbhp..its a bunch of guys; who knows wht they talk.. Like the feedbacks here, I am also more inclined towards P135.

                            A few concerns on P135, Is it feels more plasticity ? may be I feel it that way bcoz I had eyes on P180 ?

                            The P135LS is as 'Plasticy' or 'Non-Plasticy' as any other bike. Almost all bikes in India have a metal tank (except the FZ/Fazer) and side and tail panels made out of fibre.

                            Mileage: The P135LS wold return around 55 kmpl and the P180 would give around 40-45 kmpl.


                            Go for whichever bike you feel comfortable on or just listen to your heart.


                            Last edited by payeng; 08-16-2010, 08:04 PM.

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                            • #15
                              hi!
                              it would be helpful if u could tell us about ur height . If u hav a good enuf height u can go for p180, but expect d mileage to be 40-45 and good performance.
                              if u give more importance to fuel efficiency and ease of riding then go 4 p135. if u want performance and a bike which will be more stable go for p180. if u are into touring it makes more sense to go for p180. i would suggest to wait till diwali if possible for more launches. i had also heard rumours of a 4valve p180/p150. i suggest u wait a while.
                              U can also look at sz 150 or discover 150 if u want decent power and ,mileage at a cheaper price.
                              Last edited by chatterbox1; 08-16-2010, 09:27 PM.

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