Bajaj Dominar 400 is the fastest & most powerful bike from the Pune-based motorcycle manufacturer. After conquering the 150cc to 200cc segment with its popular Pulsar series, Bajaj has come up with the Dominar 400 that is its most powerful bike yet. It is also India’s first 400cc motorcycle developed by the homegrown automaker. With this bike, Bajaj has also introduced a new brand – Dominar – and the company will launch several new performance bikes under this brand. Launched in December 2016, the Bajaj Dominar 400 combines strength and visual appeal. It is available in two variants – Disc brake and ABS. As a reminder, this bike was revealed in concept form at the 2014 Auto Expo and was initially named Pulsar CS400. Later it underwent various name change before Dominar nameplate was finalized. Aimed at carving a niche spot in the performance segment, Dominar series name is based on the Spanish word ‘Dominar’ which means domination. Featuring unique design, the muscular bike is positioned somewhere between the cruiser and the naked streetfighter.

Powering the motorcycle is a 373.2cc single-cylinder engine that is coupled to a 6-speed manual gearbox driving the power to the rear wheels.  In the 400cc segment, Dominar 400 will lock horns with credible rivals such as Royal Enfield Himalayan and Mahindra Mojo 400, but what could work in its favour is the aggressive pricing that ranges between Rs 1.36 lakh to Rs 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Read About 2017 Bajaj Pulsar Range – Pulsar 150 | In a complex market like India, pricing holds the utmost significance. Apart from being a viable product, it is essential to carry a competitive price to combat fierce competition. As for new Bajaj Domiar 400, it has been priced aggressively at Rs 1.36 lakh for the base variant and Rs 1.50 lakh for the ABS variant. Read More – 2017 Bajaj Pulsar 220 Price & Other Details This motorcycle is powered by the 373.27cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that also powers the KTM Duke 390 and RC390. However, the 373.27cc unit is equipped with Bajaj’s DTS-i triple spark technology.

This powertrain churns out a maximum power output of 35bhp at 8,000rpm and a peak torque of 30Nm at 6,500rpm. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a six-speed gearbox. In order to yield higher fuel economy, the engine has been detuned and is claimed to return around 30-35kmpl of mileage.  As for performance, the bike can sprint to 100km/h from rest within 8.3 seconds and attains top speed of 148km/h. Other specs such as kerb weight and fuel tank capacity are measured at 182kg and 13 litres respectively. Read More – Upcoming Bajaj Bikes In India In 2016, 2017 Powered by the detuned version of the 373.22cc unit from Duke 390, the Dominar 400 delivers more mileage than the former. As for the Duke 390, its fuel economy is rated at 25kmpl and considering the lower power & torque delivered by Dominar, the bike returns an imposing mileage that ranges between 25kmpl to 30kmpl. The new Dominar 400 looks largely identical to the Pulsar CS400 concept, except for the few changes to suspensions and design to keep it road legal.

It is based on the thoroughly modified perimeter frame, which will also underpin the RS400 fully-faired motorcycle. As a reminder, the new Pulsar range is also based on the same Perimeter frame; however, this chassis has been modified to accommodate large capacity engines. motorcycle tire repair fargoThe sculpted stance and robust lines on the body together give it a sharp look. motorcycle shops loveland coSome of its design elements give you glimpse of Ducati Diavel and there is a close resemblance to the Pulsar 200NS as well. motorcycle repair highland park ilAs mentioned in the beginning, the Dominar 400 has carried over most of the design cues from the concept version like the sporty front cowl, raked front, sweptback visor and large LED headlamps. husqvarna motorcycle dealers long island

This is indeed the first model from Bajaj to get LED headlamps. Instead of clip-on handlebar, the new model gets a flat unit. The sculpted fuel tank with sharp contours reminds you of Pulsar NS200. motorcycles for sale mankato mnBesides, it also gets mounted LCD display and digitalised instrument cluster. 250cc motorcycle for sale south africaOther features include gear shift indicator with white backlight, stepped saddle seat. Rear end has been styled in tandem with the front profile, characterized by a sporty stance. At the back, Dominar 400 equips twin-slash LED tail-lamps inspired from the fabled Pulsars. Ditching the USD front forks set up seen in the Pulsar CS400 concept, Dominar 400 equips the telescopic forks in front and mono-shock absorbers at rear. The muscular body rests on the MRF RevZ C1 tyres missing out on the Metzelers from KTM.

Braking power on the non-ABS variant comes from the single-drilled disc brakes as opposed to the range topping variant, equipped with dual-channel ABS. Talking of the performance, the Dominar 400 remains poised at higher speed while on the go courtesy long wheelbase and robust box-section swingarm. The cruiser gets a bunch of features including some of the key elements like the LED headlamp in front, twin-slash LED rear tail-lamp reminiscent of Pulsar, LED turn indicators, digital instrument cluster and stepped saddle seat for the convenience of pillion and rider. It also gets the tank mounted digital display for speed & gear position. Braking force on the bike comes from the disc units and twin-channel ABS that is available on the top-spec variant. Slotted between cruiser and naked streetfighter, Dominar 400 faces indirect competition from models including Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350, Honda CBR250R, UM Renegade Commando and Mahindra Mojo. Please note that the aforementioned rivals are derived based on engine displacement and pricing.