Bajaj Auto launched its much awaited upgraded version of Bajaj Pulsar 220cc on June 23, 2009. The Company has claimed that the New Pulsar 220 DTSi is the fastest bike in India. The bike can reach top speed around 144-150 kmph, which is really good in comparison with other bikes of the segment. The changes made in this bike are the all-black engine, black alloy wheels and most importantly new carburetor instead of fuel injection, which makes the bike more different from the older version. The Pulsar 220cc retains the same old type digital speedometer with front faring slightly changed. The tyres of New Pulsar 220 cc are wider. The bike has an all-black treatment with black forks, swing arm, alloys and engine paint. Other visual tit-bits are chiseled 3D graphics, a redesigned console background and revised clip-on handlebars. Power output has been pegged at 21.04PS @ 8500rpm, and the torque remains the same at 19.12Nm.Engine
The new engine shares the same dimensions as the 220 DTS-Fi, but now breathes through a 32-mm venturi carburetor with an auto-choke feature. In addition, the intake port in the cylinder head has been modified, along with higher lift and duration cam. A larger resonator and catalytic converter are also used to increase performance. The higher engine performance has been matched to a modified 5th gear ratio, to make the New 220 Pulsar, 'The Fastest Indian Bike'. Apart from featuring new engine parts, the 220 cc bike also has better gearbox with reworked gear ratios, stickier rubber, better suspension, more powerful brakes and larger oil cooler.
Design And Comfort
The 2009 Edition Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi may not have any drastic design changes, but it surely looks quite different from its predecessor. Wheels and engine are in a rich shade of black. Raised3D graphics on the tank are also a big plus. The bike comes with many new age features like 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 achieve good start, quick warm-up and outstanding torque. It is definitely an ideal machine for those who love to zoom with the raw power and thrill.
Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi Features Include:
1. India's biggest 32mm Ucal UCD 32 venturi carburetor
2. Torque-19.12 Nm at 500 rpms more than the fuel injected version.
3. While the piston and cylinder dimensions are the same as the DTS-Fi, the piston now comes in a graphite based Malycote material which significantly reduces friction between the piston and the cylinder walls and improves engine efficiency.
4. The combustion chamber now has an oval shaped roof ensuring maximum combustion even with lower air-fuel ratios.
5. There has been a radical increase of 33% in the cooling area again improving overall efficiency.
6. The new ignition system comes with engine temperature sensors built into the cylinder head to glide over difficult patches without any loss of torque.
7. The bike now has an auto choke to prevent starting failures in cold climate, a common problem of carbureted bikes.
8. The clutch assembly is new and supplied by FCC Riko.
9. The gearbox has been radically overhauled and improved.
10. The soft compound tubeless tires provide super road grip and guard against puncture related issues.
11. The Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi also comes with a catalytic converter sufficient to meet the standards of soon to be enforced Bharat Stage 4 Pollution Norms.
Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi has excellent mileage, powerful road grip, superb acceleration, fastest speed, - its time to go riding the Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi.
Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi Price in India: Rs. 70,000 (Ex Showroom Price Delhi)
