Bajaj
Bajaj Dominar 250
A tourer's 250 that trades quickness for stability and a bigger tank
In short
The Dominar 250 pairs a 250cc liquid-cooled engine making 26.63bhp with proper touring hardware, USD forks, dual-channel ABS and a 13-litre tank, for buyers who want long-distance comfort more than outright speed. At ₹1.86 lakh it costs about the same as lighter, quicker 250s, and its 180kg kerb weight shows up as lower real-world mileage.
- Engine
- 249 cc
- Power
- 26.63 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 35 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 180 kg
What works
- Dual-channel ABS and USD forks at this price
- 13-litre tank suits long highway runs
- 5-year warranty up to 75,000km
- Full LED lighting with turn-by-turn navigation
What doesn't
- 180kg kerb weight is heaviest in its price band
- Real-world mileage of 30-33kmpl trails lighter 250s
- Costs about the same as quicker rivals like the NS400Z
Best for: Long highway trips, Two-up touring, Riders wanting stability over speed
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
There is only one Dominar 250 to buy, priced at ₹1,86,825 ex-showroom in Delhi. The only decisions left are colour and whether to finance it.
That makes it priced 47th lowest among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Karizma XMR (₹174 less) and the Pulsar NS400Z (₹675 less).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹2.14 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Standard | ₹1,86,825 |
Mileage
Expect 30–33 kmpl from the Dominar 250 in everyday use against a claimed mileage of 35 kmpl. The 10% gap is smaller than most rivals manage.
Among the 67 sports bikes we have reviewed it ranks 44th for mileage, 7 kmpl below the group average of 42 kmpl.
Engine and ride
Power comes from a 249cc single producing 26.63 bhp and 23.5 Nm, paired with a 6 Speed. At 180 kg the power-to-weight figure is 148 bhp per tonne, which ranks 30 of 73 in its class here.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes USD front forks, a rear monoshock, dual-channel ABS, a slipper clutch and traction control, with a disc, 300 mm, 2 piston caliper up front and disc, 230 mm, 1 piston caliper at the rear.
At 800 mm the seat is average for the class; most riders from 5'5" up will be comfortable at stops.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The Dominar 250 is built for the highway, not the traffic light. A 26.63bhp liquid-cooled engine, USD front forks and dual-channel ABS put it ahead of most bikes at ₹1.86 lakh on paper, but its 180kg kerb weight, heaviest in this price band, means the numbers do not fully translate into quickness. Buyers who value stability and touring comfort over outright pace will find this makes sense; those chasing performance-per-rupee should look at lighter 250s like the Gixxer 250.
Riding it every day
In daily use the Dominar's weight works both for and against it. It feels planted at speed and unbothered by broken tarmac, but that same heft makes filtering through city traffic more effort than on a Pulsar N250 or Gixxer SF 250. The seating position is upright and the 800mm seat height should suit most Indian riders comfortably, including shorter riders who can get both feet down. Expect real-world mileage in the 30-33kmpl range, noticeably below the claimed 35kmpl and below what rivals with similar spec typically return.
What to know before buying
The 13-litre tank and 5-year, 75,000km warranty are genuine advantages for anyone doing long, unsupported highway stretches, and the feature list, traction control, USB charging, Bluetooth with turn-by-turn navigation, is generous for the price. The trade-off is that Bajaj's own NS400Z and Dominar 400 sit close by in price with more power, so this only makes sense if the touring-first character genuinely matters to you rather than headline numbers.
Who should buy it
Riders planning regular long-distance or two-up trips who want a comfortable, well-equipped 250 and are willing to accept a mileage and outright-pace penalty for that comfort. Not the pick for someone who rides mostly in city traffic and wants the lightest, quickest bike for the money.
Features and colours
- Dual-channel ABS
- Front disc brake
- Rear disc brake
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Traction control
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- USD front forks
- Rear monoshock
- Slipper clutch
- +9 more
On safety kit the Dominar 250 has dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres, traction control and side-stand engine cut-off. Dual-channel ABS is the one item on this list worth paying for if it is variant-dependent.
What it lacks: hazard lamps, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.
It is offered in 3 colours: Citrus Rush, Sparkling Black and Racing Red. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 5 years or 75,000 km. After the free services, the recommended interval is every 5,000 km.
Service reach is excellent: Bajaj has about 5,000 dealer and workshop touchpoints across the country.
On sale since 2020, the Dominar 250 is established enough that early production issues have been worked through and used examples give a fair read on resale.
Dominar 250: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Bajaj Dominar 250?
- The Dominar 250 is priced at ₹1,86,825 ex-showroom Delhi in its single variant, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance.
- What is the on-road price of the Dominar 250 in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹2.14 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹1,86,825 ex-showroom plus ₹14,946 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹10,725 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the mileage of the Dominar 250?
- Claimed mileage is 35 kmpl. Owners typically see 30–33 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the Dominar 250 cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹3.01 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹2,347 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the Dominar 250?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹5,920 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the Dominar 250?
- It uses a 249cc engine producing 26.63 bhp and 23.5 Nm, with a 6 speed.
- Is the Dominar 250 suitable for short riders?
- Mostly. Seat height is 800 mm, which suits riders from about 5'5". Shorter riders should sit on one at the showroom.
- Dominar 250 or Dominar 400: which is better?
- The Dominar 400 is ₹21,505 more expensive to start and less efficient at 30 kmpl against 35 kmpl. Pick the Dominar 250 for long highway trips, the Dominar 400 for highway touring. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the Dominar 250?
- Among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Pulsar 125 (₹93,507), the MT-15 V2 (₹1.68 Lakh), the Pulsar NS 200 (₹1.39 Lakh) start lower.
- Is the Dominar 250 comfortable for two-up highway riding?
- Yes, the wider seat, 800mm seat height and monoshock with adjustable preload are built for pillion comfort, and the 13-litre tank means fewer fuel stops on long rides.
- Does the extra weight make the Dominar 250 feel sluggish in city traffic?
- At 180kg it is heavier than most 250cc rivals, so expect it to feel less flickable in stop-start traffic, though the low centre of gravity keeps it stable at parking speeds.
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