BAJAJ PULSAR 225 DTS FI

Debut

It debuted in November 2001. The first model featured conventional single spark plug technology, standard spring shocks, the popular round headlamp dome and a short wheel base. Both the 150 cc and 180 cc models featured disc brakes as standard equipment - something that was a novelty in India at that time. Discs continued to be the standard equipment on all other variants of the Pulsar - both for 150 cc and 180 cc . The 180 cc came factory fitted with Electric Start (ES) and twin tone horns while these two features were optional equipment on the 150 cc.

Soon after Bajaj Auto Limited (BAL) decided to upgrade some items on the bike and rolled out the second generation Pulsar twins - they would feature DTSi technology along with an extended swing-arm which increased the wheelbase significantly, twin horns as standard equipment on both 150 cc and 180 cc, the front end got a fairing with twin pilot lamps, and gas shocks were introduced. At this point - BAL gave a few options - the standard items on both the 150 and 180 were the gas shocks, twin horns and disc brakes.

During both the first and second generation the 180 featured a 100/90 MRF rear tyre while the smaller 150 had 3.00 x 18". Both styles had steel rims and spokes. Baja Pulsar competes with bikes from Hero Honda(a joint venture of Honda in India), Honda(India), TVS & LML. It has been successful in being the hottest seller thanks to the company policy to upgrade, engine, cycle parts as well as aesthetics regularly. The famous 'Definitely Male' campaign might souond chauvinistic but has found takers motorcycle users in India, most of whom are men.

[edit] Current

The third generation of the Pulsar twins now have the following items as standard equipment:

• alloy wheels
• electric start
• twin horns
• headlight fairing
• A wierd tyre hugger

Bajaj also standardized the size of the tires between both models at 100/90, 17".

The 180 cc was with a black paint scheme. The 150 cc was not offered in black.

The latest version of the 180 also has an engine kill switch.

DTS-i stands for Digital Twin Spark ignition, which uses two spark plugs to achieve optimum combustion of fuel. This system provides better efficiency and power (as claimed by Bajaj). Honda is planning to use similar tech in their small capacity bikes.

The Bajaj Pulsar is acclaimed for its very low price (among the cheapest in the 150 cc class) and lots of features which have been ingeniously designed. The Bajaj Pulsars are now the most popular bike in their class due to their low price, 0% interest finance schemes and fuel efficiency at the cost of acceleration. The company has been making constant minor, usually visual, alterations to the bike, making it look fresh.

In its latest 2006 avatar it will be fuel injected.

BAJAJ PULSAR DTS-Fi 220 CC

Bajaj Auto is all set to re-launch its popular bike Bajaj Pulsar DTS-i bike with a souped up 220 CC and air-cooled, four-stroke SOHC engine.

The new version of the bike, to be called DTS-Fi, will boast one of the first four-stroke engines in the world employing DTS-Fi technology with automatically-controlled ignition timing for each plug. (Again a highly questionable technology which provides no proof that is works.)

The new Pulsar has a fuel injection mechanism which should give it a quick throttle and a linear power curve. Pulsar DTS-Fi will be the first Indian motorcycle with an oil-cooled engine. It is expected to reach a top speed of 135kph. A longer wheelbase, factory-fitted rear and front disc brakes, a front-facing and all-digital meters are the additional features in the forthcoming bike. The LCD speedometer on the DTS-Fi is orange in colour and the complete speedometer mechanism has been beautified.

The new Pulsar will return 21 bhp with maximum torque of 1.95 kg. It may have 90/90-17 tubeless tyres in front and 120/80-17 tubeless in rear. Plus, it is the first vehicle in India to employ a hydraulically actuated 230 mm rear disc brake.

It will be 2,035 mm in length, 750 mm in width and 1,140 mm in overall height. The curb weight will be 140 kg.

SPECIFICATIONS

The Pulsar twins have taken the market by storm since their launch in Nov'01. They plan to retain their overwhelming performance and styling superiority with the launch of the Pulsar DTSi in October 2003. The DTSi engine consists of the Digital Twin Spark ignition, Digital CDI unit, TRICS III, CV Carburetor all state of the art features that bring the digital biking to a new level. The result is Consistent & Responsive engine output for varying load and speed conditions at different levels of acceleration.

With a host of changes like the new masked front fairing, new rectangular swing arm with an increased wheelbase, new rugged and muscular rear shock absorbers all add to making the bike stand tall above the rest of competition. Such minute details and meticulous planning has been instrumental in making the awesome Pulsar DTSi bikes reach an entirely different orbit in today's world of motorcycling

Pulsar 220cc Specification

Engine
Type Single Cylinder Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Sohc
Valve Train 2 Valve
Displacement 220cc
Bore & Stroke NA
Comp. Ratio NA
Starting Electric Start only
Ignition/fuelling Fuel injection (DTS-Fi)

• First four stroke engine in the world employing DTS-Fi technology
• Intelligently controlled ignition timing for each plug
• High combustion efficiency
• Low performance variability between engines
• Precise metering of fuel for highest outputs and lower emissions
• Easy engine starts in all conditions of temperature and altitude
• Best in class fuel economy [as in beating the Karizma? Is that even a task?
• First natural air-cooled 4-stroke engine in India employing a oil cooler
• Maintains lube-oil viscosity even under extreme conditions of stress and ambient temperatures.
• Also helps in cooling the engine internals
• First high capacity engine in India to employ rollers at rocker arm pivits and camshaft interfaces for low friction
• First engine in India to have electric start as the sole means of cranking

Performance
Max. Power 20 bhp (no rpm claim)
Max. Torque 1.95 kgm (no rpm claim)
Top speed 135 kph
Fuel economy 50 kpl in ’sane riding’

Transmission
Gear Box 5 Speed Constant Mesh
Clutch New. Superior to Pulsar 180/150
Electricals Battery
MF typre 12V 9Ah
Head Light Ellipsoidal projector 55W/parabolic 55W H7
Tail Light High intensity LEDs
Chassis Type
Double cradle (new frame)
Suspension
Front 37 mm Telescopic Hydraulic Type 130 mm travel
Rear Ellipitical section Swing Arm With twin Hydraulic
Gas-charged Shock Absorbers; 101 mm travel
Brakes
Front 260mm Disc Type
Rear 230mm Disc Type
Tyres
Front 90/90-17 tubeless
Rear 120/80-17 tubeless

• First two wheeler in India to employ tubeless tyres for superior performance and safety
• First vehicle in the class to employ the widest tyres
• First vehicle in India to employ a hydraulically actuated 230 mm rear disc brake
• Enhances braking performance and control
• First bike in India to employ a large 37 mm front fork for class leading vehicle dynamics
• First…India to employ a non-contact digital speedo drive for accuracy, simplicity and long life
• First…India to use clip-on handlebars
• First…India to use a unique damping method for damping high frequency vibrations in clip-on handlebars (patent applied for)
• First…India to employ a pure sports riding position [don’t agree. Thought the bars could have been still lower and more sporty. Great position for fast touring, though]
• First…India to incorporate a pinch clamp for front axle
• Ensures smooth parallel fork sliding action for lower fork stiction
• The usual method can force the legs to flex the tubes due to non-parallelism - high stiction
• First…India to use a 3000 combination ignition cum steering lock with a twin-track pilfer proof key
• First…world to employ backlit handlebar switches
• First…India to employ non-contact handlebar switches for soft touch feel and zero maintenance
• First…world to employ non-contact ‘intelligent’ self-cancelling turn signals
• First…India to employ ‘black mask’ twin headlamps in a vertical stack configuration
• First…India to employ a high wattage (H7, 55W) ellipsoidal projector lamp for white light low beam illumination
• First…India to employ a high wattage (H7, 55W) compact clear lens parabolic lamp for white light high beam illumination
• First…India to employ white light pilot lamp bulbs
• First…India to employ a large free form orange backlit LCD speedo panel, displaying among other things the vehicle speed [accurate to within 2 kph], odometer, 2 tripmeters, graphic fuel level indicator and other information icons [diagnostics: air filter choked, oil temperature, battery voltage and oil level]
• First…India to employ a stepper motor driven tachometer needle for quick undamped response
• First…India to incorporate a flashing over-rev warning light in the speedo console
• First…India to have an electronic speedo console which when keyed on goes through a self-diagnostic check
• First…India which incorporates a flashing warning light for low fuel level
• First…India to incorporate a day-night mode for the speedo console. In day mode, the indicating lights are brighter for clear visibility in ambient sunlight. In night mode, these lights reduce their brightness to prevent glare
• First…India to employ a battery-saving function to automatically switch off headlamps while cranking
• First…India to employ a battery-saving function to automaticallyregulates the number of continuous cranks
• First…India equipped with a high-capacity O ring chain for final drive - smooth operation and long life in harsh operating conditions
• First…India employing elliptical section swingarm on needle roller pivot bearings
• First…India to incorporate sculpted, compact, fairing mounted rear view mirrors
• First…India with sporty, sculpted two-piece grab rail for sleek big bike looks
• First…India with a split seat design for easy access to tool kit and first-aid kit
• First…India to sport ‘twin slash’ high intensity LED clear lens tail lamp, requiring zero maintenance
• First…India to sport and aggressive and stylish anti-scratch tank pad to prevent damage to petrol tank paintwork due to zippers

Dimensions
Kerb Weight 150 kg
Wheel Base 1,350 mm
Length 2,035 mm
Width 750 mm
Overall Height 1,140 mm
Ground Clearance 177 mm
Tank Capacity 15 l

• Forced lubrication for the transmission
• Beefed up tranmission to handle high power and torque output
• Engine equipped with counterbalancer for controlling vibration from large dia piston
• Engine equipped with oil level inspection window
• Improved fin geometry for better heat dissipation
• DTS-Fi system is optimised for razor sharp response to throttle inputs
• New high strength chassis designed to handle high engine outputs and making possible precise handling traits with arrow-like straightline stability
• Large 260 mm front disc for precise and progressive braking
• Crystal finished clear lens blinkers to complement the clear lens tail lamp
• DC Ignition and lighting ensures quicker engine startups and constant illumination
• Low maintenance battery to reduce frequent top-up needs
• A red malfunction indicator lamp in the speedo gives the error codes in order to identify any malfunctioning fuel injection components
• Sculpted looking top clamp with pinch bolts for greater rigidity
• New gear shifting mechanism for a positive shift fee
• New low friction shift drum for a smoother shift feel
• New large capacity clutch incorporating anti-judder mechanism for superior clutch performance in all conditions
• Highest power to weight ratio: 133 PS/Tonne
• High flow intake and exhaust ports
• Large bore, light slipper type piston
• Large capacity main bearings for high output handling
• Large capacity output shaft bearing to handle high loads
• Equipped with a roll-over sensor to cut off fuel supply in case of a vehicle fall
• Brake and shift lever pivots incorporated on the footpeg mounting to give a clean, uncluttered look
• Nitrox rear shocks optimised (spring and damper ratings) for all riding conditions
• High output 200 watt, 3-phase magneto
• All stainless steel exhaust with a sporty aluminium clad canister