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Foreword
Welcome to the Pulsar family!
You are now the proud owner of the next generation Pulsar 135 LS, India's No.1 sports bike. By
No.1 we are talking about unparalleled performance, superior technology and incredible market
leadership that Pulsar today enjoys. This makes the Pulsar you ride, unbeatable and unchallenged
both on and off the road.
Before you ride out, please read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the
operating mechanism, controls and maintenance requirements of your Pulsar. This will ensure you a
safe 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 services and
subsequent paid services, as per the schedule contained in this booklet. We earnestly advise you
to avail all these services at any of our Bajaj Dealers or Authorised Service Centres, who are well
equipped with all necessary facilities / genuine parts / oil and trained manpower to ensure the best
care for your Pulsar. Your '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.
Should you require any additional information feel free to contact us on our toll free no.:
1800 233 2453 or e-mail us at: customerservice@bajajauto.co.in or visit the Bajaj Auto website
www.bajajauto.com
To be a part of the Pulsarmania, visit www.mypulsar.com and join the Pulsar fanpage on facebook:
www.facebook.com/mypulsar
Rev up, shift gears and enjoy the Pulsar experience...
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
BAJAJ AUTO LIMITED

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  • Page 1 Foreword Welcome to the Pulsar family! You are now the proud owner of the next generation Pulsar 135 LS, India's No.1 sports bike. By No.1 we are talking about unparalleled performance, superior technology and incredible market leadership that Pulsar today enjoys. This makes the Pulsar you ride, unbeatable and unchallenged both on and off the road.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The essential features of the 16. Periodic Maintenance Information type described and illustrated herein remaining 17. Free Service Guidelines unaltered. Bajaj Auto Limited reserves the 18. Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart right to carry out at any moment without 19. Non Use Maintenance being obliged to bring this booklet upto-date 20.
  • Page 3: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Engine : 4 stroke DTS-i, Single Front Brake : H y d r a u l i c o p e r a t e d cylinder 4 valve disc brake Natural air cooled. : Mech. expanding drum Rear Brake brake Bore x Stroke...
  • Page 4 Technical Specifications Tyre Pressure Front : 1.75 kg/cm Rear No. Plate Lamp : 5W : 2.00 kg/cm : 122 kg. Rear (Solo) Vehicle Kerb Weight : 2.25 kg/cm : 252 kg. Rear (Pillion) Gross Vehicle Weight Electrical System : 12 Volts DC : 12V 5Ah MF Battery : 35/35W...
  • Page 5: 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. Engine Number Location On LH Side Crankcase Near Gear Change Lever (Alpha-Numeric - 11 Digits) Frame Number Location On Side of Steering Tube...
  • Page 6: Location Of Parts

    Location of Parts Speedometer Grab Handle Fuel Tank Cap Nitrox Rear Shock Absorber Brake Lever LED Tail Lamp Front Fork Pillion Foot Rest Engine Oil Inspection Window Disc Brake Manual Choke...
  • Page 7: Steering Cum Ignition Lock

    Steering cum Ignition Lock Steering cum Ignition Lock : To Lock the Steering : To lock the steering, turn the handle bar to the left or right. Push It has three positions. & release the key. Turn the key to “LOCK” position and remove the key.
  • Page 8: Fuel Tank Cap / Fuel Tap

    Fuel Tank Cap / Fuel Tap Fuel Tank Fuel Tap Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Tap • To open the fuel tank cap, open the flap. Fuel tap lever has following positions. Insert the key in the lock and turn it clockwise and lift fuel tank cap.
  • Page 9: Speedometer Details

    Speedometer Details 10/11 Speedometer display will get on when ignition switch is made ‘ON’. 1. Speedometer : The vehicle speed is displayed in Battery Indicator : Shows battery charge condition. digits Km/hr. Battery icon glow on when battery needs charging. 2.
  • Page 10: Control Switches

    Control Switches Left Handle Bar Switches C. Horn Button : ( ) Press button for sounding horn. A. Dipper Switch : When headlight is ON, High or Low beam can be selected with D. Pass Switch : Press the switch to flash the dipper switch.
  • Page 11 Control Switches AHO Feature (Automatic Headlight ‘ON’) There is no ‘Light switch’ on RH control switch. Ignition switch ‘ON’ Speedometer illumination Engine ‘OFF’ Tail lamp, Number Plate Lamp, Pilot Lamp & Control Switches Illumination will get ‘ON’ Effect of pressing In addition to above ‘Pass Switch’...
  • Page 12: Removal & Fitment Of Side Covers

    Removal & Fitment of Side Cover LH / RH Rubber Grommet Bracket Removal of Side Cover LH Fitment of Side Cover LH • Insert the key into the ‘LH cover lock’ (A) • Match slot provided on rear portion (C) of and turn the key clockwise.
  • Page 13 Removal & Fitment of Side Cover LH / RH Rubber Grommet Bracket Removal of Side Cover RH Fitment of Side Cover RH • Remove the screw (A) securing the ‘Side • Match slot provided on rear portion (C) of Cover RH’. ‘Side Cover LH’...
  • Page 14: Removal & Fitment Seat

    Removal & Fitment of Seat Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 1 Seat release cable Removal of Seat Fitment of Seat • Remove ‘Side Cover’ LH. • Match & insert the seat lug (B) in frame bracket (C) provided below fuel tank rear •...
  • Page 15: Battery / Tool Kit

    Battery / Tool Kit 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 between max and min level lines. •...
  • Page 16: Daily Safety Checks

    Daily Safety Checks Before riding motorcycle be sure to check • Brake Pedal Play - 20 to 30 mm. following items. Please give proper importance • Wear lining Indicator within usable range. to these checks and perform all of them No brake dragging, applicable to drum before riding motorcycle.
  • Page 17: How To Ride Your Bike

    How to Ride Your Bike Starting The Engine : Warning : During kick starting if rider • Turn the fuel tap knob to ‘ON’ or ‘RES’ footrest is not folded, kick lever hits the position. footrest and severe jerk would get •...
  • Page 18: Moving Off

    How to Ride Your Bike Note : Before starting the engine, in ignition key Gear off condition, press the clutch lever & operate Shifting kick starter lever all the way down for 5-6 Lever times. Then release the clutch lever. Gear Shifting This practice ensures lubrication of clutch Pattern...
  • Page 19 How to Ride Your Bike Braking : Parking the Vehicle : • Close the throttle completely, leaving the • Support the motorcycle on a firm level clutch engaged (except where shifting gears) surface with the center or side stand. so that the engine braking will help slow •...
  • Page 20 How to Ride Your Bike • Always keep the speed below the limits • Run the bike for say 100 km. mentioned in the table. • Fill the tank full again in same fuel filling station, probably with same fuel dispenser. •...
  • Page 21: Safe Riding Tips

    Safe Riding Tips Safe Riding Tips • Drive cautiously. Start early & reach your destination safely. • Always wear Helmet while driving or riding. Your helmet should conform to appropriate Indian • Always carry vehicle registration & insurance papers, standards. and a valid driving licence with you.
  • Page 22: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil: Always insist on Bajaj Genuine Engine Oil for optimum engine performance and warranty benefits. It is a specially formulated oil for vehicles with DTS-i engines. A : Oil Filler Model Recommended Grade B : Oil Level Engine oil Gauge Pulsar...
  • Page 23: Wheels - Tyre

    & for better fuel consumption. Front 1.75 kg/cm Rear (Solo) 2.00 kg/cm Pulsar 135 LS Rear(with Pillion) 2.25 kg/cm Front Wheel Note : Incase the motorcycle is fitted with Use the recommended levers while removing imported tyres. compliance to respective indian the Tyre / Tube for puncture work.
  • Page 24: Periodic Maintenance Information

    Periodic Maintenance Information Min. Level Front Brake Fluid Level : Battery • Front brake fluid reservior is located on RH • Battery type : 12V 5Ah side of Handle bar. • Battery Warranty : 18 months from date of • To check oil level, keep the vehicle on purchase.
  • Page 25 Periodic Maintenance Information • When battery is found discharged, it is CAUTION : advised to get it charged immediately. • While disconnecting always disconnect • Environment care must be taken to negative (-ve) cable first. dispose off the used battery. It is always •...
  • Page 26 Periodic Maintenance Information Spark Plug Drive Chain Slackness • Chain top edge to be kept between the • Remove spark plugs by using plug t w o m a r k s d u r i n g c h a i n s l a c k n e s s spanner.
  • Page 27 Periodic Maintenance Information Drive Drive Chain Chain Cleaning Lubrication Drive chain must be cleaned & lubricated as Method of O-ring Chain Lubrication : per periodic maintenance schedule. • Place the bike on centre stand. • Clean the chain by using lint free cloth (If Drive chain (O-ring type) excessive mud / slush found approach Bajaj Service Center for proper cleaning)
  • Page 28: Free Service Guidelines

    Free Service Guidelines Customer ID : Instruction to avail Free Service through Periodic Service Criteria Digitized Free Service Coupon Please follow following procedure : - Service Days • Please provide your mobile number to Dealer 1st Free at the time of buying of new Bajaj Vehicle. 30~45 500~750 Service...
  • Page 29: Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart

    Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free Operation Subsequent Every 4500 9500 5000 Km after Previous Service 5000 10000 Water wash & dry the vehicle Ensure to prevent water     ...
  • Page 30 Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free Operation Subsequent Every 4500 9500 5000 Km after Previous Service 5000 10000 Air filter cover ‘O’ ring CL,R 10. In line paper filter 11. Fuel cock paper filter. 12.
  • Page 31 Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free Operation Subsequent Every 4500 9500 5000 Km after Previous Service 5000 10000 20. Silencer tail pipe cleaning** 21. Brake cam & brake pedal pivot pin C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R C,L,R Use AP grease.
  • Page 32 Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free Operation Subsequent Every 4500 9500 5000 Km after Previous Service 5000 10000 29. Handle bar control switches C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL C,CL Use WD40 spray contacts cleaning 30.
  • Page 33 Periodic Maintenance & Lubrication Chart RECOMMENDED FREQUENCY Servicing 1 Free 2 Free 3 Free Operation Subsequent Every 4500 9500 5000 Km after Previous Service 5000 10000 38. Coolant level in expansion tank** Use recommended 'Ready to use coolant'. 39. Coolant hose damage/clamps/leakage** 40.
  • Page 34: Non Use Maintenance

    Non-Use Maintenance Non-use maintenance is necessary if a vehicle wheels. remains off road for a longer duration (more • Do not apply oil on front brake disc, to than 15 days**). The correct and careful non- prevent rusting. If the front brake disc rusts use maintenance carried out before storing during storage, do not attempt to clean it the vehicle will prevent the vehicle from...
  • Page 36: Delivery Certificate

    Delivery Certificate FRAME NO. ENGINE NO. Sold on.: Customer’s Name Mr/Mrs/Miss : Address Contact No. : I have taken possesion of motorcycle along with the following items. 1. Owner's Manual 5. Standard Accessories 2. 2 nos of key 6. Battery Make ___________ Sr.
  • Page 37: Warranty Scope & Limit

    “Pulsar 135 LS” motorcycle manufactured by such claims. them. Bajaj Auto Limited undertake no liability in the matter of consequential loss or damage caused due to the failure of Every possible care and precaution has been taken to the parts.
  • Page 38 Warranty : Scope & Limit to remove and despatch the part / parts attributing to Part C : the manufacturing defect to the Company. Further this warranty is NOT applicable to : b. Produces the Owner's Manual, in original, to enable 1.
  • Page 39 Bajaj Auto Limited, if in the sole judgement of Bajaj Auto Bajaj Auto Limited reserves the right to make any changes in Limited, such use prematurely affects the design or to add any improvements on the vehicle at any time without incurring any obligation to install the same on a performance and reliability of the vehicle.
  • Page 40: Battery Warranty Card

    BATTERY WARRANTY CARD MAKE OF BATTERY : ......MFG. CODE OF BATTERY : BATTERY SR. NO.: BATTERY CHARGING DATE : TYPE OF BATTERY : VEHICLE SALE DATE : NAME OF OWNER AND ADDRESS : TYPE OF VEHICLE : REG. NO.: FRAME NO.: ENGINE NO.: SERVICE RECORD...
  • Page 41 TO BE FILLED IN BY BATTERY DEALERS / DISTRIBUTORS IN CASE OF CLAIM Name of Dealer & Code :__________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Date of claim :________________________________________________Battery Type :_______________ Serial No. :__________________________________________________Date of Fitment :______________ Failure Mode (Please tick as applicable) • Loose connection •...

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