Big Pulsar is back!—Bajaj’s 2025 Pulsar NS400Z will soon be making some doomsday noise at a showroom near you, and it has bone to pick with its competitors with extra muscles, sharper nails and another trip or two up its sleeve. If you thought last year’s launch was a surprise, just wait until you see what there is to say for this update. Here’s the scoop, free of marketing jargon.
More Power, More Bite
Let’s start with the heart. Bajaj has cranked up more power from the familiar 373cc, liquid-cooled single-cylinder motor—now producing a claimed 43PS, as opposed to last year’s 40PS. That’s a healthy hike, which puts the NS400Z in the same playing field as the Triumph Speed 400 and the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, and just a shade shy of the KTM 390 Duke’s 46PS.
Torque numbers are estimated at 37Nm, but confirmed values remain under wraps. The engine’s mated to a 6-speed gearbox, and yes, there’s a quickshifter this time around — clutchless upshifts for those who enjoy ringing it out when the highways are empty, or when they go on the attack in the twisties.
Chassis & Hardware: Fine-Tuned for Gamers
Nothing too radical on the exterior, so no wing mirror less aero tomfoolery – Bajaj knows the NS400Z’s brawny, streetfighter image pays. What’s new? The rear Apollo Alpha HT pair are wider at 150-section (previously 140 section), edge over the pre (140 section) and the front, 110-section instead of the old MRF. There should be a noticeable increase in grip, especially when you’re pushing hard.
Brakes also get a much-needed upgrade: the fairly ineffectual organics are thrown out in favour of sintered brake pads, which should provide stronger, fade free stopping power. Then there’s the 43mm USD forks and perimeter frame, also still here, as is the preload-adjustable rear monoshock – both of which deliver the goods.
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Specs: Techy, Rider Friendly
Bajaj isn’t tight on gizmos either. The NS400Z for its part features a digital LCD dash with Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation, call notification and SMS alerts and music management available. Road, Rain, Sport and Off-road riding modes also help give you the chance to adapt the bike’s behaviour to your mood, or the current weather.
Traction control and dual-channel ABS are standard and with the implementation of ride-by-wire throttle comes crisper throttle response and precise modulation. Levers that can be span adjusted, and a broad, streetfighter-style handlebar make the bike a little bit more user-friendly day to day.
Colours & Design: Still Turns Heads
Four hues are available for the 2025 NS400Z, namely Pewter Grey, Pearl Metallic White, Glossy Racing Red, and Brooklyn Black. The aggressive bodywork, Z-shaped DRLs and beefy looking stance has been untouched– if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
Real-World Numbers
Top Speed: 154 kmph
Kerb Weight: 174 kg
Fuel Tank: 12 ltrs – perfect for city hopping and weekend trips.
Claimed Mileage: About 31-34 kmpl depending on how leaden your right wrist might be
Seat Height: 805-807 mm for most of the Indian masses.
Expected Launch & Price
The latest from Bajaj’s stable, the updated NS400Z, has already been spotted at showrooms so the official launch will not get delayed – expect it in the next couple of weeks. The price? The current model that was launched last year was a steal at ₹1.85 lakh (ex-showroom), especially given the completely revised motorcycle, so with all these updates, we can expect a marginal increase at around ₹1.90–1.92 lakh.
And that includes the extra few k’s it’s expected to tacked onto the price with this update but it’s not just about the price, the 390 is also the cheapest 40+PS bike in the country and that is a massive draw for value hunters and track day junkies.
Final Word
Bajaj has clearly paid attention to the critics, and the fans. “The 2025 Pulsar NS400Z is more than just a bigger Pulsar, it’s a crisper, cleverer and more reassuring experience.” It’s not pursuing the KTM 390 Duke for outright performance, but for this price, this is as near as you will get to a genuine streetfighter without watching your budget melt. If waiting for a Pulsar that would finally live up to its flagship tag, here it might just be.
In a market where the price of every rupee matters, Bajaj’s combination of performance, features and price is hard to trump. Stay tuned – the NS400Z is coming to a street near you.