Key highlights
- Bajaj has refreshed the Pulsar 220F for 2025 with new colour options and updated graphics.
- Mechanical setup remains unchanged, keeping the proven 220cc engine intact.
- The update focuses on visual appeal as the 220F continues alongside newer Pulsars
Bajaj Auto has given the Pulsar 220F a mild but welcome update for 2025. The iconic semi-faired motorcycle now comes with new colour schemes, aimed at keeping the long-running nameplate visually fresh in an increasingly crowded segment. Dealership sightings suggest the updated bikes have already started reaching showrooms, even before any loud official announcement.
What’s new
The Pulsar 220F has always worn its age with confidence, and the 2025 update sticks to that philosophy. The new colours bring sharper contrasts and revised graphics on the fairing, fuel tank, and tail section. Expect darker base shades paired with brighter accents, along with refreshed rim stickers that add a sportier edge. It is not a dramatic redesign, but it does enough to make the bike stand out from older iterations parked next to it.
Importantly, Bajaj has not touched the mechanicals. The Pulsar 220F continues with the familiar 220cc air and oil-cooled single-cylinder engine that produces around 20 PS of power and 18.5 Nm of torque. The motor sends power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. This setup has earned a reputation for strong mid-range performance and relaxed highway cruising, which remains the bike’s core strength.
The overall design stays classic Pulsar. The semi-fairing, projector headlamp, muscular tank, split grab rails, and stepped seat carry forward unchanged. In a market moving rapidly toward naked streetfighters and compact sport bikes, the 220F continues to cater to riders who like a bit of wind protection and a big-bike stance without going full supersport.
From a features standpoint, nothing new has been added with this colour update. The focus here is purely cosmetic. Bajaj seems content letting the Pulsar 220F play its role as a familiar, dependable option for riders who want performance without complexity. Pricing is expected to see only a marginal adjustment, if any, depending on dealer stock and regional availability.
This refresh also signals Bajaj’s intent to keep the 220F alive despite its age. The Pulsar brand still commands loyalty, and the 220F, in particular, enjoys cult status among riders who grew up aspiring to own one. A new coat of paint is a simple way to keep that emotional connection going.
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