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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of a "Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS" motorcycle, one of the finest motorcycles in
the country.
Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important. Hence, before you ride the bike, please read this Owner's
Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the operating mechanism, controls and maintenance requirements. This will
ensure you a long and trouble free ownership experience.
To keep your bike in perfect running condition and deliver consistent performance, we have specially programmed the
periodic maintenance services which includes 3 Free and 4 Paid services. We earnestly advise you to avail all these
services at any of our Vehicle Dealers or Authorised Service Centres as per the schedule contained in this booklet
Your "Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS" comes with a warranty of 2 Years or 30,000 Kms. whichever occurs earlier from the date
of sale. For details please refer to "Warranty : Scope & Limits" given in this manual.
We urge you to entrust all your service needs to a Bajaj Dealer or Authorised Service Centre only. They are well
equipped with all necessary facilities / genuine parts / oil and trained manpower will ensure the best care for your bike.
Should you require any additional information or wish to convey any grievance you may contact us on our toll free no.
/ e-mail mentioned on front cover inner page of this manual.
Thank you for choosing a Bajaj and wish you unlimited miles of happy riding!!
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
BAJAJ AUTO LIMITED

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  • Page 1 Vehicle Dealers or Authorised Service Centres as per the schedule contained in this booklet Your “Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS” comes with a warranty of 2 Years or 30,000 Kms. whichever occurs earlier from the date of sale.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Description Identification Data..................................1 Technical Specifications................................2 Location of Parts................................... 3 How to Ride your Bike................................12 • Running In..................................12 • Riding the Bike................................12 • Fuel Saving Tips................................14 Safe Riding Tips..................................15 General Maintenance Information...............................16 • Engine Oil..................................16 •...
  • Page 3 Safety and Warning Information Warning This indicates that a potential hazard or injury to you or other persons and to the vehicle can happen, if the advise provided is not followed. Caution This indicates that a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage. Follow the advise provided with the caution.
  • Page 4: Identification Data

    Identification Data The Frame and Engine serial numbers are used to register the motorcycle. They are the unique alpha-numeric codes to identify your particular vehicle from others of the same model and type. Frame Number Location : On the LH side of steering tube. (Alpha-Numeric - 17 digits).
  • Page 5: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Engine : 4 stroke DTS-i, Single cylinder Tyre Size Front : 2.75 X 17”, 41 P Natural air cooled. Rear : 100/90 X 17”, 55 P Bore x Stroke : 54.0 mm x 58.8 mm Tyre Pressure Front : 1.75 kg/cm (25 psi) Eng.
  • Page 6: Location Of Parts

    Location of Parts Speedometer : The vehicle speed is displayed in digit. Reserve Indicator : It shows reserve position when petrol left in the petrol tank is 2.5 ltr. Approx. Fuel Level Indicator : It shows available fuel in fuel tank. Neutral Indicator : When the transmission is in Neutral and Tachometer : It shows the engine speed in RPM.
  • Page 7 Location of Parts Steering cum Ignition Lock : To Lock the Steering : It has three positions. To lock the steering, turn the handle bar to the left or right. Push & release the key. Turn the key to “LOCK” position and remove the key.
  • Page 8: Fuel Tank Cap/Tap

    Location of Parts Fuel Tap Fuel Tank Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Tap • To open the fuel tank cap, open the flap. Insert the Fuel tap lever has following positions. key in the lock and turn it clockwise and lift fuel : When fuel level is above Reserve position.
  • Page 9 Location of Parts Left Handle Bar Switches A. Dipper Switch : When headlight is ON, High or Low C. Horn Button : ( ) Press horn button for sounding beam can be selected with the dipper switch. Hi horn. beam indicator light located on Speedo console will D.
  • Page 10: Right Handle Bar Switches

    Location of Parts F. Starter Button : Starter button operates the electric starter when clutch lever is depressed with transmission in any gear. It is recommended to start the engine with the transmission in neutral. G. Engine Kill Switch : The engine kill switch is for emergency use.
  • Page 11 Location of Parts Removal of Side Cover LH Removal of Side Cover RH • Insert the key into the cover lock (A) and turn the key • Remove the screw (A) given on ‘Side Cover’. clockwise. • Hold the cover with both hands and pull front side •...
  • Page 12 Location of Parts BATTERY TOOL KIT Battery Tool Kit Location • • It is located inside the ‘Side Cover’ LH. It is located below the battery. • Always maintain electrolyte level in each cell CAUTION : Insert tool kit properly in compartment between max and min level lines.
  • Page 13: Removal Of Seat - Rear/Front

    Location of Parts Fig. 1 Seat Release Cable Fig. 2 Seat Mounting Bolt Removal of Seat - Rear Removal of Seat - Front • Remove ‘Side Cover’ LH. • Remove ‘Side Cover’ LH. • To remove Seat Rear, pull the ‘Seat Release Cable’ •...
  • Page 14 Location of Parts Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C Fitment of Seat - Front Fitment of Seat - Rear • For fitment of Seat Front, match & insert the bracket • For fitment of Seat Rear, match & insert the bracket (‘1’...
  • Page 15: How To Ride Your Bike

    How to Ride your Bike Running IN Starting the Engine : Proper running-in is important for the better life and • Keep the fuel tap to ON or RES position. trouble free performance of the vehicle. • Turn ignition switch to ON position. •...
  • Page 16: Shifting Gears

    How to Ride your Bike Shifting Gears : • Shift down one gear at a time so that you are in Neutral when you come to a complete stop. • Close throttle & depress the clutch. • When stopping, always apply both brakes at the •...
  • Page 17: Fuel Saving Tips

    How to Ride your Bike Fuel Saving Tips • Ensure Following Vehicle Maintenance. Vehicle Maintenance (Ensure Following) • Drive smoothly and steadily at speed between 40 and 50 km/h . Fuel Check fuel lines and connections for • Drive at constant speed; avoid sudden accelerations leakage.
  • Page 18: Safe Riding Tips

    Safe Riding Tips • Always wear helmets while • Always carry vehicle registration & insurance papers, driving or riding. Your helmets and a valid driving licence with you. should conform to appropriate • Avoid driving on loose sand or stones where vehicle Indian standards.
  • Page 19: General Maintenance Information

    General Maintenance Information Engine Oil Recommended Oil : “Bajaj DTS-i 10000” a high performance • Check engine oil level every day before starting the engine oil developed by Bajaj auto, vehicle. specially formulated for vehicles with DTS-i • Always maintain engine oil level between upper & engine.
  • Page 20: Tyre Pressure

    General Maintenance Information Wheel Puncture : Drive Chain Slackness Use the recommended levers while removing the Tyre / • Chain top edge to be kept between the two marks Tube for puncture work. This will avoid any damages to during chain slackness adjustment. the edges / scratches on paint of the wheel.
  • Page 21: Battery

    General Maintenance Information CAUTION : Do not drive/run vehicle in battery disconnected condition. It may lead to damage of electrical /electronic components. • Warranty on battery is 18 months from the date of purchase of vehicle. Spark Plug • Remove spark plugs by using plug spanner. •...
  • Page 22: Monsoon Care

    General Maintenance Information Monsoon Care : • It is suggested to customer to take appropriate care in area of heavy monsoon or high rainfall area. The appropriate surface preventive coat to avoid rusting / poor surface finish on account of adverse atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 23: Daily Safety Checks

    Daily Safety Checks Before riding the motorcycle be sure to check the What to check Check for following items. Please give proper importance to these Brakes 1. Correct pedal play (20~25 mm). checks and perform all of them before riding the 2.
  • Page 24: Non-Use Maintenance

    Non-Use Maintenance Non-use maintenance is necessary if a vehicle remains ** For Battery : off road for a longer duration (more than 15 days**). The a. Remove battery and keep it on wooden plank, in correct and careful non-use maintenance carried out properly ventilated area.
  • Page 25: Periodic Maintenance / Lubrication Chart

    Periodic Maintenance / Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Operation Servicing 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 30000 Servicing 1st - 750 Kms / 30 Days 2nd onward @5000 Kms Engine idling speed / CO% Valve tappet clearance Engine oil* - Bajaj DTS-i 10000 Replace at 10000 Kms* Oil strainer / Centrifugal filter Clean at 10000 Kms...
  • Page 26 Periodic Maintenance / Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Operation Servicing 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 30000 Rear brake pedal free play C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A C, A Brake lining or pad wear CL, R CL, R CL, R...
  • Page 27 Periodic Maintenance / Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Operation Servicing 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 30000 Drive chain ‘O’ ring type (If applicable) At every 500 Kms Drive chain remove, clean, insp. & lubricate (O/H) CL, L CL, L CL, L CL, L At every 10000 Kms Drive chain link lock...
  • Page 28: Schedule For Periodic Part Replacement

    Schedule for Periodic Part Replacement Bajaj Auto recommends the following periodic parts replacement for optimum performance of your vehicle as per the schedule. Type of Service Kms limit Days Item Description 1000 ml Engine Oil 500 ~ 750 30 - 45 1st Free Engine Oil Filter / Paper Oil Filter 4500 ~ 5000...
  • Page 29 Schedule for Periodic Part Replacement Type of Service Kms limit Days Item Description Engine Oil 1000 ml Engine Oil Filter / Paper Oil Filter Air Filter Cover ‘O’ Ring Carburettor Rubber Duct Fuel Pipes 2nd Paid 19500 ~ 20000 Steering Stem Bearing Cone Set (If Required) 120 Days Rear Wheel Rubber Dampers (If Required) from last...
  • Page 30 Schedule for Periodic Part Replacement Type of Service Kms limit Days Item Description Air Cleaner Element Brake Pad / Shoe Brake Fluid (If applicable) 75 ml Brake Hose Pipe (If applicable) Master Cylinder Cup & Dust Seal (If applicable) 120 Days Caliper Piston Seal &...
  • Page 31 Warranty : Scopes and Limits Bajaj Auto Limited gives the following warranty in give full assistance in preferring such claims on “Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS” respective manufacturers. respect of the motorcycle manufactured by them. Bajaj Auto Limited undertake no liability in the matter of...
  • Page 32: Warranty : Scope & Limits

    Warranty : Scopes and Limits enables him to remove and despatch the part/parts Part C : attributing to the manufacturing defect to the Further this warranty is NOT applicable to : Company. 1. Normal maintenance operations like brake & clutch b.
  • Page 33 Bajaj Auto Limited, such use prematurely affects This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Bajaj the performance and reliability of the vehicle. “Bajaj Pulsar 135 LS” Auto Limited for motorcycle’ and no other person, including the Bajaj dealer or its or his...
  • Page 34 Service Record Chart * Kms. / Days K.M. Reading Servicing Dealer (Sign & Stamp) Free/Paid Services Job Card No. Date CO % Range 500~750 1st Free Service - or 30~45 **Oil change days 4500~5000 2nd Free Service 240 days 9500~10000 3rd Free Service - **Oil change 240 days...
  • Page 35: Service Records

    Use only Bajaj Genuine Parts For optimum performance of vehicle For prolonged life of components & vehicle Always For economical Insist parts maintenance cost For rider's safety Genuinity Test Scratch Hologram to find ‘Genuine’ Patrial transparent Hologram Bajaj Auto Limited Akurdi Pune 411 035 India 03100802 CLUTCH BOX...

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