Bajaj Pulsar 125 TFT Display Spotted: Price, Launch Timeline and What Changes
Overview
Bajaj's next-gen Pulsar 125 has been spotted testing with a 5-inch TFT display, USB-C charging, and a redesigned chassis, with launch expected by late August 2026 as part of the brand's 25th anniversary lineup.
Bajaj's entry-level Pulsar has been caught testing with a colour TFT screen, and the spy shots doing the rounds this week put the Bajaj Pulsar 125 TFT display closer to showrooms than anyone expected. The outgoing model sells in India from ₹90,494 ex-showroom and tops out at ₹95,507 for the twin-disc variant, and the new console-equipped bike is expected to slot in above that as Bajaj rolls it out through late August, timed to the brand's 25th anniversary celebrations for the Pulsar name.
Bajaj Pulsar 125 TFT Display: What's Changed
The headline update is a 5-inch TFT unit borrowed from the recently launched Pulsar N160 SS — Bajaj's first two-wheeler to get a colour dash. Expect Bluetooth pairing, call and SMS alerts, and turn-by-turn navigation on the cluster. Don't expect full Google Maps mirroring or WiFi; Bajaj is keeping those off the 125 to hold the price down. A USB Type-C port sits on the left of the cluster for charging on the move, and hazard lights make the cut too, both firsts for this price bracket in the Pulsar lineup.
Styling and hardware that come with it
The bike gets a sharper LED headlamp with the number plate mount shifted above it, a redesigned fuel tank with more angular shroud extensions, and a taillight that's been reworked to look less dated. The bigger mechanical story is underneath: the twin-shock rear end of the current Classic Pulsar 125 gives way to a monoshock setup, which should tighten up ride quality over broken tarmac — a genuine upgrade rather than a cosmetic one. Front disc and rear drum brakes carry over on select variants, and the fuel tank stays at 15 litres.
Engine and Performance: Same Motor, Sharper Wrapping
Power comes from the familiar 124.38cc, air-cooled single, good for 11.8PS and 10.8Nm through a 5-speed box. Nothing here suggests Bajaj is chasing a power bump; this update is squarely about the console and chassis, not the motor. Riders upgrading from the current bike shouldn't expect anything different off the line or through the midrange — the character stays exactly as familiar as it's always been.
Expected Bajaj Pulsar 125 Price and On-Road Cost in Delhi
Bajaj hasn't confirmed pricing yet, but going by how the N160 SS was positioned over the standard N160, the TFT variant should land somewhere between ₹99,900 and ₹1,02,000 ex-showroom. Factor in Delhi's RTO charges and comprehensive insurance and the on-road figure works out to roughly ₹1,15,000. On a 20% down payment of ₹23,000 over 60 months at 11% interest, that puts the EMI at approximately ₹2,000 a month — cheaper than most streaming subscriptions bundled together, which is the kind of framing that actually helps a first-time buyer decide.
How the Pulsar 125 TFT Stacks Up Against Its Rivals
The Hero Xtreme 125R already wears a TFT and TPMS combo, and Drivio covered that update when it landed. Bajaj is clearly answering it directly.
The Raider still wins on price, and the SP125 on Honda's service network, but neither offers a full-colour dash yet. That gap is exactly what Bajaj is targeting.
Running Costs: Mileage and Service
Owners report real-world mileage of around 50kmpl on the current Pulsar 125, against an ARAI-claimed 51.46kmpl, and there's no indication the TFT update touches the engine or gearing enough to change that. At ₹103 a litre in Delhi, that works out to roughly ₹2.06 per kilometre. A rider covering 40km a day — a fairly typical commute — burns close to ₹2,470 a month on fuel. Bajaj's service intervals for the Pulsar 125 typically fall every 3,000-4,000km, and across the first 10,000km, expect cumulative service costs in the ₹3,000-3,500 range, broadly in line with what TVS and Honda charge for their 125cc commuters — this figure isn't officially confirmed for the new variant and should be treated as an estimate until Bajaj publishes its service schedule.
For anyone weighing the current Pulsar 125 against the Xtreme 125R or the Raider 125, this update changes the calculus. The current bike remains solid value at under ₹95,000, but if a colour dash and Bluetooth connectivity matter, waiting a few weeks for the TFT variant makes more sense than settling for the outgoing console now. Bajaj still hasn't confirmed a date, though dealership dispatches suggest an announcement is close. Check the on-road price and EMI for the Bajaj Pulsar 125 in your city on Drivio.
The Bajaj Pulsar 125 has been caught in spy shots wearing a colour TFT console — the same 5-inch unit seen on the Pulsar N160 SS — along with Bluetooth connectivity, call/SMS alerts, and turn-by-turn navigation. Beyond the screen, the update brings a new LED headlamp, redesigned fuel tank, reworked taillight, and a switch from twin-shock to monoshock rear suspension. The 124.38cc engine stays unchanged at 11.8PS and 10.8Nm. Expected to be priced between ₹99,900 and ₹1,02,000 ex-showroom, the TFT variant will go up against the TVS Raider 125, Honda SP125, and the newly TFT-equipped Hero Xtreme 125R. Official pricing and launch date are still pending confirmation from Bajaj.
