Bajaj has launched the new Pulsar N250SS in India today, 21 October 2026. It is priced at ₹1,59,406, ex-showroom Delhi. That is about ₹14,000 more than the regular Pulsar N250. The SS is now the top Pulsar N250 you can buy.
The bike looks like the N250 you know. The big changes are inside. It gets a new 4-valve engine, a 6-speed gearbox and a colour TFT screen with Google Maps. Bajaj gave the smaller N160 the same SS treatment earlier this year.
Image: Bajaj Auto (official). This is the regular Pulsar N250. The SS looks very similar.
Bajaj Pulsar N250SS price
| Model | Ex-showroom price (Delhi) |
|---|---|
| Pulsar N250SS (new) | ₹1,59,406 |
| Pulsar N250 | ₹1,45,270 |
| Difference | ₹14,136 |
The on-road price will be higher. It changes from city to city with road tax and insurance. Bookings and deliveries should start at Bajaj dealers soon. Bajaj has not shared a delivery date yet.
New 4-valve engine and 6-speed gearbox
The engine is still a 249cc single cylinder. It is air and oil cooled. But it now has four valves instead of two. Power goes up to about 25 hp (24.6 bhp) and torque to 22 Nm. The regular N250 makes 24.1 bhp and 21.5 Nm. So the gain is small on paper.
The bigger change is the gearbox. The old 5-speed is gone. A 6-speed unit takes its place. This should help on the highway, with lower revs at speed. A quickshifter comes as standard too. It lets you shift up without the clutch.
There is also an electronic throttle now. This brings riding modes to the bike. Bajaj has not yet shared the names of the modes or how they change the ride.
N250SS vs N250: what is different
| Feature | Pulsar N250SS | Pulsar N250 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 249cc, 4-valve | 249cc, 2-valve |
| Power | 24.6 bhp | 24.1 bhp |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 21.5 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Quickshifter | Yes | No |
| Throttle | Electronic, with ride modes | Cable |
| Display | 5-inch TFT with Google Maps | LCD |
| Adjustable levers | Yes | No |
| USB Type-C, hazard switch, panic brake alert | Yes | No |
Figures are as reported by Autocar India, BikeWale and BikeDekho at launch. Bajaj's full spec sheet, weight and colour list are TBA.
New TFT screen and features
The LCD of the N250 is replaced by a 5-inch colour TFT. It can show Google Maps through your phone. This is a big plus for daily riders who use maps. The bike also gets adjustable brake and clutch levers. A USB Type-C port, a hazard light switch and panic brake alert are new as well. Panic brake alert flashes the lights when you brake hard.
Image: Bajaj Auto (official). Regular Pulsar N250 in black.
Price vs rivals
At ₹1.59 lakh, the N250SS costs much less than most rivals. The Suzuki Gixxer 250 is about ₹1.85 lakh. The new Hero Xtreme 250R Carbon is about ₹1.98 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom, as listed by Autocar India.
Should you buy the N250SS?
If you ride on the highway a lot, the SS makes sense. The 6-speed gearbox and quickshifter are worth the extra ₹14,000. The TFT with maps is a good daily feature too. If you mostly ride in the city and want to save money, the regular N250 still does the job well. We will update this story with colours and the full spec sheet when Bajaj shares them.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar N250SS?
The Pulsar N250SS costs ₹1,59,406, ex-showroom Delhi. On-road price changes by city.
How much more does the N250SS cost than the N250?
It costs ₹14,136 more than the regular Pulsar N250, which is priced at ₹1,45,270.
What engine does the Pulsar N250SS have?
It has a 249cc air and oil cooled engine with a new 4-valve head. It makes about 24.6 bhp and 22 Nm.
Does the Pulsar N250SS get a quickshifter?
Yes. A quickshifter comes as standard with the new 6-speed gearbox.
Does the N250SS have Google Maps?
Yes. Its new 5-inch TFT screen supports Google Maps through your phone.
Sources: Autocar India, BikeWale, BikeDekho and Zee Business launch reports (21 October 2026). Prices are ex-showroom Delhi. Bajaj has not yet shared the full spec sheet.
