Discussions and Questions Bajaj Pulsar Rs125 - Page 3
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I feel the Pulsar does a decent job for itself. There may not be the brand cachet, but it performs the same but for a fraction of the price. Great value for money.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I have ridden both and I would say that the RS125 is 80% as good as the international options but for 60% of the price. Most riders will find that fair trade off.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The Pulsar has shoddy build quality. Switchgear, fit and finish, on the European and Japanese bikes are decidedly better things.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
That depends on the market. The RS125 is a good choice in India. In Europe or Japan I'd probably go for one of the more established brands though.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The Pulsar has its advantages, it has better ground clearance and is more upright riding position. Some of the more aggressive international models are more practical for daily use.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
Seriously, most 125cc riders aren’t really riding these bikes to the limit. While it may not be up to the standard of the top international brands, the RS125 is more than capable for its intended use.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The RS125 is in actuality a fantastic platform for mods. The aftermarket scene is decent, and you can really modify the bike appearance and capabilities with some simple upgrades.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I wouldn’t bother modding it much. It's a 125cc bike, so you are better off saving your money and upgrading to the bigger bike that you want more performance from.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I am fine with aesthetic mods, but I would not change the engine that much. That’s a reliability issue and the gains on a small engine like this are negligible.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I have seen some cool custom RS125s. With the appropriate exhaust, a few tweaks of the suspension, and some cosmetic changes, however, there’s nothing stopping you from making it stand out from the crowd.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The issue is that numerous performance parts are made for larger bikes. Quality upgrades for the RS125 can be hard to find and expensive.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The fun of having a bike like this is half modding it. Of course, the gains from these tweaks won’t be massive, but customizing your bike and getting familiar with bike mechanics along the way is gratifying.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I believe light mods are the way to go. The bike can be improved without being overboard either by slipping on the exhaust or adding a few frame sliders, or even a power commander.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
A K&N air filter and a good tune are all the RS125 needs to respond well. You would be surprised to know that small changes like these can make big difference.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
From my experience, the RS125 does get pretty close to the claimed efficiency if you ride sensibly. In mixed city and highway riding, I routinely get around 55-60 km/l.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
There is no way it reaches those numbers in real life. I have never been able to get more than 45 km/l even riding conservatively. Bajaj's claims are definitely optimistic.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The answer is really weather dependent on how you ride. Of course you won’t hit the claimed figures if you’re constantly redlining it and riding aggressively. It's not far off but with smooth riding.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
I feel fuel efficiency is one of the RS125’s strong points. With spirited riding, this is noticeably more efficient than my previous 150cc bike.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
The problem is traffic. The mileage hits hard in stop and go city riding. On open roads, it is much closer to what Bajaj is claiming.
I disagree; it is a fine entry level sport bike. It has legit sporty handling with the full fairing and clipons. It's not a track weapon by any means, but it can help teach new riders good cornering skills.
31 January 2025 10:11
Proper maintenance makes a huge difference about what I’ve found. Keep the chain lubed, tire pressure correct and do regular services, it will get pretty close to the advertised numbers.
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