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Bajaj Dominar 250Image Source: Wallpaper Cave

The primary motive of introducing Dominar 400 was to overtake the RE Classic 350. Sadly, the brand couldn’t do that, but a separate fanbase of Dominar 400 really surprised everyone a lot. After few years of its launch, Bajaj came up with a more practical Dominar 250 priced at Rs.1.6 Lakhs. Since then, the bike has undergone multiple price revisions resulting in a new price tag of Rs.1.71 Lakhs (last recorded).

In a world, where all the manufacturers are going for the price hike, Bajaj has decided to slash the prices of the Dominar 250 by a whopping Rs.16,500. Yes, your favourite tourer will now cost you only Rs.1.54 Lakhs (all prices, ex-showroom, Delhi).

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Bajaj Dominar 250 to cost Rs.1.54 Lakhs from now onwards.
  • Will continue to feature a 27PS, 248.77cc single-cylinder engine.
  • The company has slashed the ex-showroom price by Rs.16,500.

Bajaj Dominar 250

This tourer is undoubtedly fun to ride. Powered by a 248.77cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor that propels 27PS of power and 23.5Nm of peak torque, it remains agile with a decent thrust on offer. Just like the elder sibling, even this one comes with a 6-speed gearbox alongside slip and assist clutch as standard.

A plethora of features such as a full LED headlight, twin-barrel exhaust, all-digital split instrument cluster and ergonomic seating further makes it a complete package. Apart from this, it will continue to come with two colour shades including Charcoal Black and Canyon Red on offer.

Talking about the technicality, the new Dominar 250 range sports a 37mm USD fork up front and a gas-charged mono-shock unit at the back. Braking duties on the other hand are managed by disc brakes on either end with dual-channel ABS as standard.

Alternatives

In India, Bajaj Dominar 250 compares with Yamaha FZ25 (Rs.1.35 Lakhs), Suzuki Gixxer 250 (Rs.1.71 Lakhs) and KTM Duke 250 to name a few. Want to learn more about how it compares with the Duke 250? Well, take a look at its prime rival down below.

KTM Duke 250

KTM Duke 250
Image Source: KTM

The engine that powers the Dominar 250 is exactly the same unit that is also available on the KTM Duke 250. The tuning for this motor is entirely different with power outputs standing at 30PS and 24Nm while being mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Just like the Dominar, it is also available with two colour shades named Silver Metallic and Dark Galvano. In terms of features, KTM Duke 250 comes with an LED taillamp, fully digital instrument cluster, LED headlight and dual-channel ABS just to name a few.

Bajaj Dominar 250 Vs KTM Duke 250

Bajaj Dominar 250 KTM Duke 250
Engine 248.77cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled 248.8cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power 27PS 30PS
Torque 23.5Nm 24Nm
Mileage (ARAI) 35kmpl (approx.) 41kmpl (approx.)
Fuel Tank Capacity 13 litres 13.5 litres
Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) Rs.1.54 Lakhs Rs.2.28 Lakhs

 

By Harsh Rana

Full-time management student and a part-time automobile enthusiast. Not much happy about EVs taking over the V8, V10 and V12 motors.

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