TL;DR
Bajaj Auto is launching new Pulsar bikes, developing sub-350cc KTM and Triumph models, and creating an electric motorcycle platform, strategically responding to GST changes and market demand.
Bajaj Auto has outlined an ambitious product roadmap for the next 18-24 months, featuring a significant expansion of its Pulsar motorcycle range, development of new sub-350cc models for KTM and Triumph, and a dedicated electric motorcycle platform. This strategy aims to leverage recent GST reforms, which make bikes under 350cc more affordable due to lower taxation (18% compared to 40% for bikes above 350cc).
The company plans to launch three new Pulsar models, with the first expected by the end of 2025. These will include a new 125cc model, potentially based on the Pulsar N125, and a downsized version of the Pulsar NS400Z to fit the lower GST bracket. Additionally, Bajaj is developing a new ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) brand and a new Chetak electric scooter by early 2026. A proprietary electric motorcycle platform is also under vigorous R&D, promising a range of electric bikes from entry-level commuters to high-performance models for both domestic and global markets.
