2009 Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-Si Fastest Indian bike Price Specifications
Written by Niraj
Saturday, 27 June 2009 08:19
Bajaj Auto launched the Pulsar 220 - using the second generation premium DTS-Si engine, the world's most fuel-efficient engine. The company said that the Bajaj Pulsar 220 is being launched in the 125-130cc category. With the launch of the Pulsar 220, Bajaj will put out its reponse to the demand for more fuel-efficient bikes. Today, June 24, Bajaj Auto launched a second generation of its premium DTS-Si engine. Claiming that it was world's most fuel-efficient engine, Bajaj said the digital twin spark swirl induction technology would be incorporated in upcoming motorcycle models; the DTS-Si engine would feature in the new Pulsar 220.
Bajaj Auto said that comparison of data on fuel consumption of motorcycles manufactured in Asia makes it clear that they had developed one of the most efficient engines in the world. Although the company did not reveal mileage details, it said that the new Pulsar220 DTSi would be launched in 125-130cc category. Bajaj Auto unveiled the Pulsar 220 fiited with the DTS-Si engine. The company claimed that the Pulsar 220 DTSi was the fastest motorcycle in the country to be commercially produced. The Pulsar 220 DTSi can achieve a speed of 144km per hour and delivers a good 56km/l. The ThePulsar 220 DTSi comes with a huge carburettor, and can accelerate from 0 to 60km in four seconds. The Pulsar 220 comes at a price of Rs70,000, and is certain to delight speed- lovers. The company said that it hoped to sell 1000 units of the Pulsar 220 every month.
2009 Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi specifications
Pulsar 220 DTSi Engine
Type: Single Cylinder, 4 stroke-air cooled.
Bore(mm)xStroke(mm): 67×62.4
Displacement: 220cc
Valve per cylinder: 2
Fueling: Carburetor – UCAL UCD 32
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Max. Power (Ps@RPM): 21.04@8500
Max. Torque(NM@RPM): 19.12@7000
Starting: Electric
Pulsar 220 DTSi Transmission
Clutch: Wet multiplate
No.of gears: 5
Gear Shift Pattern: 1-down, 4-up
Primary Reduction: 3.47 (66/19)
Final Reduction: 2.571 (36/14)
Pulsar 220 DTSi Chassis, suspension and tyres
Type: Double cradle down tube
Suspension (front): Telescopic, 130mm
Suspension (rear): Nitrox, with 90mm travel
Front Brakes: Disc, 260mm
Rear Brakes: Disc, 230mm
Tyre (Front): 90/90X17″ (Soft Compound, tubeless)
Tyre (Rear): 120/80X17″ (Soft Compound, tubeless)
Pulsar 220 DTSi Dimensions
Overall Length: 2035mm
Overall Width: 750mm
Overall Height: 1165mm
Wheelbase: 1350mm
Ground Clearance: 165mm
Saddle Height: 795mm
Kerb Weight: 150kg
Fuel Tank Capacity: 15 litres, with 3.2 litres reserve (2.2 litres usable reserve)
Pulsar 220 DTSi Electricals
Battery: 12V, 9Ah, Full DC
Head Lamp: Low – Projector Lamp, 55W, High – Ellipsoidal Lamp, 55W
Tail/ Stop Lamp: LED Type
Horn: DC, 2
Pulsar 220 DTSi performance
Max speed: 144kph (claimed)
Price: Rs. 70,000 (Ex-Showroom Delhi)
Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi press release
Bajaj Auto Ltd., today announced the launch of the 2009 Pulsar 220 edition. With it’s launch, Bajaj Auto has raised the bar in performance biking segment quite a few notches higher – the Pulsar 220 has now evolved to become the fastest Indian with an amazing top speed of 144km/hr.
The new 220 gets the performance boost with 32 venturi carburettor, the bigest ever used in India. In addition, the intake port in the cylinder head has been modified, along with higher lift and duration cam. A larger resonator and catalytic convertor is also used to increase performance. The higher engine performance acheived has been matched to a modified 5th gear ratio, to make the new Pulsar 220, ‘The Fastest Indian’.
Aimed at the performance bikers who are looking for a thrilling ride experience, this bike comes with many power packed features – auto choke, clip-on handle bar, split seats, engine oil cooler, fuel and battery charge indicators, etc. It also uses temperature based ignition mapping system through which the ignition timing is optimized to acheive good startability, quick warm up and outstanding torque.
Speaking on the launch, Mr. S.Sridhar, CEO – 2-wheelers, Bajaj Auto Ltd. said – “We have been continously evolving our Pulsar range to provide our customers state of the art products with unmatched performance and technology. The new 2009 Pulsar 220 has further raised the bar in the performance sengment by becoming the ‘India’s fastest production motorcycle’.”
He further added, “We have been the market leaders by far in the premium segment of the motorcycle market, and now with the launch of the 09′220 seres, we will further strengthen our foothold.”
With 21.04PS of power, sporty styling, long feature-list and a price of Rs.70,000/- ex-showroom, it is a very compelling package for the performance bikers, who will find it hard to resist this fastest Pulsar ever produced.
The Bajaj Pulsar 220, 2009 edition will be manufactured at the Chakan plant and it will be available with 4 color opions to choose from.
Last Updated on Saturday, 27 June 2009 08:49
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