New Bajaj Pulsar 125 Leaked Ahead of Aug 12 Launch

Next-Gen Bajaj Pulsar 125 Spotted at Dealership Ahead of August 12 Launch Fresh images of the next-generation Bajaj Pulsar 125 have surfaced online after the motorcycle was spotted at a dealership, giving the clearest look yet at what Bajaj is preparing to unveil on August 12. The reveal is part of a bigger update to the Classic Pulsar range that Bajaj had already confirmed for this month. What's Changing The most significant shift is underneath the bike rather than on the surface. The new Pulsar 125 appears to move to an entirely reworked frame, likely a single-downtube design in place of the double-cradle chassis the model has used for years. Paired with that is a rear monoshock — a first for the Classic Pulsar 125, which has relied on twin shock absorbers since the model's earliest days. Up front, a conventional telescopic fork continues to do the job. Styling has also been refreshed, with a triangular LED headlight cluster replacing the outgoing halogen unit and a more angular fuel tank and body panel design overall. The bike seen at the dealership wears a single-piece seat and grab rail, though Bajaj may still offer a split-seat option depending on variant. Wheels remain 17-inch alloys similar to the current model, with a front disc and rear drum handling braking duty. Engine and Pricing Bajaj hasn't confirmed final specifications yet, but the engine casings visible in the leaked images look different from the outgoing unit, hinting at updates to the existing air-cooled single-cylinder motor rather than a completely new engine architecture. Official numbers are expected only at the August 12 launch. On price, the current Pulsar 125 starts at roughly ₹82,000–92,000 (ex-showroom, varies by market), and the new model is expected to see a modest increase given the added hardware, while still aiming to stay competitive in a segment that includes the TVS Raider 125, Hero Xtreme 125R and Honda CB125 Hornet. Why It Matters 2026 marks 25 years of the Pulsar brand, and Bajaj has said it plans to introduce several new motorcycles in the coming weeks as part of that anniversary push — with the 125cc and 150cc segments getting priority. For a nameplate that still accounts for a large share of Bajaj's two-wheeler sales, a from-the-ground-up update to the entry-level Pulsar 125 signals the company isn't treating its bread-and-butter commuter lineup as an afterthought. Check the current Bajaj Pulsar 125 price, specifications and variants on 91Bikes, and watch this space for full details once the new model is officially unveiled on August 12.