Discussions and Questions Bajaj Pulsar Ss - Page 2
How will the Pulsar SS400 compare against KTM's product line?
31 January 2025 10:54
Don't underestimate Bajaj's manufacturing capabilities. After all, they produce KTM bikes. The SS400 will be very close to KTM quality, but with a different design philosophy I think. Some Japanese bike owners may even be surprised.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Bajaj should be able to keep costs lower than KTM with its wide service network, but the maintenance should cost more than a regular Pulsar. It is the price of performance!
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
I’m sure it’s gonna be more affordable to maintain than the RC 390. Bajaj knows the Indian market and will probably use more local parts to keep costs down.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Don't get your hopes up. Regardless of the brand, high performance bikes are always more expensive to maintain. If Bajaj wants it to do well, it will be no exception to the SS400.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Maintenance costs will probably be somewhere in between a regular Pulsar and a KTM. The question is, does the extra expense justify the performance?
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Bajaj can surprise us with decent maintenance cost to make SS400 more attractive than the established competitors. Maybe this is their strategy to grab market share.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
I am concerned about spare parts availability in the first one or two years. New models are always new models, and you can generally expect teething problems and waiting for parts if something goes wrong.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
It will depend on how hard you ride it as far as maintenance cost. If treated like a commuter it will probably be cheaper. Your wallet will feel it, thrash it on the track every weekend.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
A great starter track bike could be! Exciting enough to be powerful, but not so much so as to be frightening to newbies. It will also probably be cheaper than dedicated track bikes.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
I'd be cautious. However, we don’t know how well it handles, and if you’re a beginner, something as simple as a used R15 or RC 200 should be more than enough for learning the ropes.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
In fact, the SS400 might be the ideal track for beginners. This will have enough power to grow into, but not enough power that it is unmanageable. Crash parts are less expensive than a high end sport bike and if you crash, you have a lot less to lose.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Bikes take the brunt of track riding. I would recommend the SS400 for track use only after I see how reliable it is. At the circuit you do not want to be stuck with a lemon.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Track riding is about the chassis and brakes. Whether it has 50 or 100 horsepower, Bajaj can use the SS400 as a great learning platform if they get those right.
What will the Pulsar SS400’s maintenance costs be compared to its competitors?
31 January 2025 10:46
Why not? It will be fast enough to be fun but more forgiving than a 600cc supersport. On top of that, you can take it for a street ride without murdering your wrists and back.
When it comes to the Bajaj Pulsar SS400, is all the hype around it justified?
31 January 2025 10:46
Absolutely worth it! What the Indian market needs is a homegrown supersport that is affordable and can compete with KTM and Honda, and the SS400 is exactly that. This one is the first step up from Bajaj.
When it comes to the Bajaj Pulsar SS400, is all the hype around it justified?
31 January 2025 10:46
Overhyped, if you ask me. Bajaj is no expert when it comes to high performance machines, but commuter bikes. Rather than that, I would have preferred going for a proven bike like the KTM RC 390 or even saving up for a proper Japanese supersport.
When it comes to the Bajaj Pulsar SS400, is all the hype around it justified?
31 January 2025 10:46
It's a mixed bag. The specs seem promising and the styling is spot on but I have no confidence about Bajaj's quality control. With a good fit and finish, they could could have a winner.
When it comes to the Bajaj Pulsar SS400, is all the hype around it justified?
31 January 2025 10:46
Worth the hype? Maybe. Worth waiting for? Definitely. Worse case scenario, the SS400 isn’t great – for the most, the SS400 may even be to other manufacturers to raise the bar in the 400cc segment. We riders always benefit from competition.
When it comes to the Bajaj Pulsar SS400, is all the hype around it justified?
31 January 2025 10:46
I think that people are setting their expectations too high. I expect it’ll be a nice bike, but it’s not going to change the industry. End of the day, still a Bajaj.
When it comes to the Bajaj Pulsar SS400, is all the hype around it justified?
31 January 2025 10:46
Given that it is Bajaj’s first serious attempt at a full faired sports bike, the hype is justified. It might not be perfect, but it will help open the way for better Indian supersports in the future.
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