2005 Bajaj Pulsar 150 DTSi V2 review from India

The chain needs adjustment every now and then.

The front fairing has started to make a buzzing sound.

Rear gas-filled suspension thunks over bad surfaces. No problem if there is a pillion aboard.

I have tried three Bajaj authorised service centres so far, and none have given me total satisfaction. Now that I am out of the warranty period (which was for 2 years/30,000 kms) I might try out one of the new Castrol BikeZones for the next paid servicing. I have replaced nothing under warranty. Servicing is very cheap though, and so are spare parts.

The bike was especially great when bought. Very smooth engine and ride. The gearbox is not the smoothest one around, but you get used to it. They are especially notchy during the first start of the day.

The handling is good. And the bike is comfortable enough to do longer rides on it. The good fuel efficiency of 52-54 km/litre is a bonus, but they are not the best in its class figures.

Overall, the bike is fun to ride and a joy to own. It is very easy for beginners too. And even for girls and women, who shy away from this bike.

My mom hadn't touched a geared two wheeler in more than twenty years. All she had known before were those Bajaj and Priya scooters. But I explained a few basics to her, and in a few attempts, even she could ride my bike! She is all of 5'1 and doesn't find the bike too unwieldy. She has ridden it 6-7 times so far, much to the amusement of my friends and neighbours.