Bajaj Dominar 400 Launched at ₹2.04 Lakh with New 349cc Engine – Price Drops by ₹37,000

Bhupender Singh

3 hours ago

Bajaj Auto has introduced an updated version of the Dominar 400 in India, now powered by a smaller 349cc engine. Priced at ₹2.04 lakh (ex-showroom), the motorcycle sees a significant price reduction of ₹37,000, making it more accessible while retaining its core touring appeal.

Key Highlights

Price reduced by ₹37,000
New 349cc liquid-cooled engine
Power output remains almost unchanged at 40.6hp
Torque drops slightly to 33.2Nm
Now lighter by 3kg

What’s New in the Bajaj Dominar 400?

The biggest update comes in the form of a downsized 349cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. Bajaj has achieved this by shortening the stroke while retaining the bore dimensions of the previous motor. This move helps the bike fall into a lower taxation bracket, resulting in a noticeable price cut.

Despite the reduction in displacement, performance remains largely intact:

Power: 40.6hp at 9,000rpm (slightly higher than before)
Torque: 33.2Nm at 7,500rpm (down by 1.8Nm)

Interestingly, the engine now delivers peak power and torque at higher revs, indicating a slightly more rev-happy character.

Engine Comparison: Old vs New

The earlier Dominar 400 used a 373cc KTM-derived engine, producing:

40hp at 8,800rpm
35Nm at 6,500rpm

With the new setup, Bajaj has managed to retain power while sacrificing a bit of low-end torque, which could slightly affect initial acceleration but improve top-end refinement.

Weight, Features and Design

Apart from the engine update, the motorcycle remains largely unchanged:

Kerb weight: Reduced by 3kg (now 190kg)
Brakes: Disc brakes with dual-channel ABS
Features: Bluetooth connectivity, USB charging, touring accessories
Colours: Green and Black

The Dominar continues to offer its touring-focused package, including a windscreen, hand guards, and luggage mounts.

Price Positioning

At ₹2.04 lakh, the Dominar 400 now sits:

₹37,000 cheaper than the previous model
₹26,000 more expensive than the Bajaj Dominar 250

This pricing makes it a more compelling option for riders looking for a powerful yet affordable sports tourer.

What’s Next?

With Bajaj adopting this new 349cc platform, it is expected that upcoming models like the NS400Z could also use the same engine configuration, aligning performance with better cost efficiency.

Verdict

The updated Dominar 400 strikes a smart balance between performance and affordability. While it loses a bit of torque, the lower price and similar power output make it an even stronger value-for-money proposition in the mid-capacity touring segment.