2017 NS 200

The Pulsar 200 NS was, in a way, Bajaj's first modern sports bike. It was the first Bajaj to get a perimeter frame, a rear mono shock and a potent liquid-cooled motor. The NS 200 came with almost all the bells and whistles you wanted in a sports bike but offered it all at a very affordable asking price.

The Pulsar NS 200 has always been one of the best handlers to come from the Bajaj stable. Unlike its KTM cousin, the NS 200 trades the KTM Duke 200's sharp reflexes for a surefooted feel. Cycle parts too are not as exotic or lightweight as the Duke 200 but on a twisty road, the NS 200 can be as engaging to ride. In fact, the bike feels more relaxed and accommodating on the limit, something new riders will appreciate. Ride quality is good too though a tad on the firmer side going by the sporty demeanour of the bike. The MRF Zapper tyres grip well in the dry and emanate a good level of confidence to ride the bike aggressively.

The Pulsar NS 200 has always been one of the best handlers to come from the Bajaj stable. Unlike its KTM cousin, the NS 200 trades the KTM Duke 200's sharp reflexes for a surefooted feel. Cycle parts too are not as exotic or lightweight as the Duke 200 but on a twisty road, the NS 200 can be as engaging to ride. In fact, the bike feels more relaxed and accommodating on the limit, something new riders will appreciate. Ride quality is good too though a tad on the firmer side going by the sporty demeanour of the bike. The MRF Zapper tyres grip well in the dry and emanate a good level of confidence to ride the bike aggressively.

The NS 200 might miss out on the KTM Duke's radially-mounted brakes but the Bybre callipers have a strong and more progressive bite. The bike misses out on ABS which the RS 200 gets which is a missed opportunity.

Reference : zig wheels