Bajaj Auto has updated its flagship streetfighter for the 2026 model year. The Pulsar NS400Z now comes with a 5-inch TFT instrument console that brings Google Maps mirroring and several connected features. The updated motorcycle was launched on October 1, 2026, at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1,90,015 in Delhi. This is Rs 4,000 more than the previous version that used a colour LCD unit with a dot-matrix inset. The launch coincides with the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Pulsar brand.
New TFT console and connected features
The biggest change on the 2026 NS400Z is the new 5-inch TFT display. This is the same unit that debuted on the recently launched Pulsar N160 SS and has since been rolled out across the Pulsar range including the Pulsar 125 and 150. The screen offers a cleaner layout and a more premium look compared to the older LCD unit.
The TFT console enables Google Maps mirroring for turn-by-turn navigation without needing a phone mount. It also supports music control, call and SMS alerts, document storage, and a lap timer. Connectivity is handled via Bluetooth through the Bajaj Ride Connect app. A USB Type-C charging port has been added to keep devices powered on the go. Another safety addition is the panic brake alert system that automatically activates the hazard lights under hard braking.
Mechanical package remains unchanged
Bajaj has not touched the mechanicals. The NS400Z continues to use the 349.13 cc liquid-cooled, four-valve, DOHC single-cylinder engine that produces 40.6 PS at 9,000 rpm and 33.2 Nm at 7,500 rpm. Power goes to the rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch. The engine features ride-by-wire throttle with four riding modes: Rain, Road, Sport, and Off-road. Each mode alters the throttle map and ABS intervention level. Traction control is also standard and can be switched off in Sport and Off-road modes.
The cycle parts carry over as well. The front suspension is a 43 mm upside-down fork while the rear gets a monoshock with Nitrox and 6-step preload adjustability. Braking hardware consists of a 320 mm front disc and a 230 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS. The bike rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Apollo Alpha H1 radial tyres (110/70-17 front, 150/60-17 rear). Kerb weight stands at 176 kg with a 12-litre fuel tank.
Design and ergonomics
The styling remains identical to the existing model. The NS400Z gets an LED projector headlight with Z-shaped DRLs, dynamic decals, panel extensions, larger radiator shrouds, an updated belly pan, and carbon-fibre accents. The mirrors are sourced from the Dominar 400. Unlike the clip-on handlebars on the NS200, the NS400Z uses a taller and wider hydroformed tubular handlebar for a more upright riding posture. Seat height is 805 mm. The split-seat setup offers decent comfort for the rider but the rear seat is narrow and high-set, making it suitable only for short pillion rides.
Colour options continue to be Glossy Racing Red, Brooklyn Black, Pewter Grey, and Pearl Metallic White.
On-road prices in major cities
The ex-showroom price of Rs 1,90,015 (Delhi) translates to the following on-road prices in key cities:
– Delhi: Rs 2,17,101
– Mumbai: Rs 2,24,701
– Pune: Rs 2,24,701
– Bangalore: Rs 2,39,864
– Hyderabad: Rs 2,30,602
– Chennai: Rs 2,24,951
– Kolkata: Rs 2,20,901
– Ahmedabad: Rs 2,21,101
– Jaipur: Rs 2,30,638
– Patna: Rs 2,21,101
Market positioning and competition
With this update, the NS400Z becomes the most affordable 350 cc motorcycle in India to offer a TFT console with Google Maps mirroring. It undercuts the TVS Apache RTR 310 (Rs 2.30 lakh ex-showroom) and the KTM 390 Duke (Rs 2.84 lakh ex-showroom) by a significant margin. The Triumph Speed 400 (Rs 2.33 lakh ex-showroom) and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 (Rs 2.39 lakh ex-showroom) are also priced higher. The NS400Z continues to offer bidirectional quickshifter, four ride modes, switchable traction control, and USD forks as standard equipment at this price point.
The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z addresses the only major gap in its equipment list by adding a modern TFT console with smartphone connectivity. The Rs 4,000 price hike is modest for the features gained. For buyers seeking a performance-oriented streetfighter with contemporary tech without stretching the budget, the updated NS400Z remains a compelling value proposition in the sub-400 cc segment.
FAQs
What is the price of the 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z with TFT display?
The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z with the new TFT console is priced at Rs 1,90,015 ex-showroom Delhi. This is Rs 4,000 more than the previous version with the LCD instrument cluster.
What new features does the TFT console add?
The 5-inch TFT display adds Google Maps mirroring for navigation, music control, call and SMS alerts, document storage, and a lap timer. It also enables Bluetooth connectivity via the Bajaj Ride Connect app. A USB Type-C charging port and panic brake alert are also new additions.
Has the engine or performance changed?
No, the engine and performance remain unchanged. The 349.13 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine still produces 40.6 PS at 9,000 rpm and 33.2 Nm at 7,500 rpm. The 6-speed gearbox, ride-by-wire throttle, four ride modes, traction control, and bidirectional quickshifter are all carried over.
What are the key hardware specifications?
The NS400Z uses a 43 mm USD front fork, rear monoshock with 6-step preload adjustment, 320 mm front disc and 230 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS, and 17-inch alloy wheels with radial tyres. Kerb weight is 176 kg and fuel tank capacity is 12 litres.
Which bikes does the NS400Z compete with?
Key rivals include the TVS Apache RTR 310, KTM 390 Duke, Triumph Speed 400, and Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450. The NS400Z is the most affordable among them while offering a comparable feature set including TFT display, quickshifter, ride modes, and traction control.