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Bajaj Pulsar NS 400Z gets a new 349.13 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 40.6 PS and 33.2 Nm in India
As expected, the updated Bajaj Pulsar NS 400Z has made its way to domestic market in a new 350 cc guise. While visually and mechanically familiar, the biggest talking point lies under the tank. Pricing remains unchanged despite the smaller engine though as Bajaj had already absorbed the earlier GST 2.0 hike that came into effect a few months ago.
It has now repositioned the motorcycle to benefit from the lower 18 per cent tax bracket applicable to below 350 cc motorcycles. For consumers, the downsized powertrain means similar pricing with a slightly altered performance. Powering the motorcycle is a 349.13 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine which replaces the earlier 373 cc unit.
The reworked motor produces 40.6 PS and 33.2 Nm – registering a marginal drop of 2.4 PS and 1.8 Nm compared to before. However, the way this power is delivered has changed notably. Peak power now comes in at 9,000 rpm while peak torque is produced at 7,500 rpm – both higher than the outgoing version.
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To achieve this reduction in displacement, engineers shortened the stroke from 60 mm to 56.1 mm while keeping the bore unchanged at 89 mm. The method allowed Bajaj to avoid extensive redesign costs while sticking the engine within 350 cc range which is already achieved on models from KTM and Triumph’s staples in recent weeks as well as the Bajaj Dominar.
Despite the mechanical revision, the rest of the motorcycle carries forward unchanged. It continues to use the same perimeter frame which is supported by upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock. The braking setup includes a 320 mm front disc and a 230 mm rear disc with a dual-channel ABS system while 17-inch alloy wheels remain.
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Dimensionally, the 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS 400Z retains its streetfighter proportions with a length of around 2,017 mm, width close to 804 mm and height of about 1,075 mm along with a wheelbase of 1,344 mm and 12-litre fuel tank. On the feature front, the motorcycle remains well-equipped as well.
It gets ride-by-wire throttle, traction control and multiple riding modes such as Road, Rain, Sport and Off-road. The fully digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity, LED projector headlamp with sleek LED Daytime Running Lights, sculpted fuel tank, split-seat layout and underbelly exhaust continue to be employed. Colours such as grey, red, white and black stay put.
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