The Bajaj Dominar 400 is one of the most powerful motorcycles in the Bajaj range and sold as a sports cruiser, catering to riders looking for performance, comfort as well long-distance touring. Ever since its inception, the Dominar has become a brand in itself in a segment of big-bike features without burning the pocket, thus becoming an instant hit amongst the enthusiasts and touring community across India.
Design and Styling
Design: The Dominar 400 comes with a sporty and muscular design that adds to its intimidating road presence. Sculpted fuel tank, sharp LED headlamps with AHO (Auto Headlamp ON) and a raw tail design complete the look It has split seats and wide handlebars giving it a comfortable riding posture for long highway rides. It comes in dual-tone color options and adds to its modern touring machine appeal with a premium build.
Engine and Performance
Powering the Bajaj Dominar 400 is a 373.3cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC engine. A 6-speed gearbox and a slipper clutch coupled to this engine gives a power output of 40 PS and torque of35 Nm. The engine has been tuned for a strong mid-range performance that is suitable for highway cruising and city commutes alike. The Dominar feels zesty with an exhaust note to go while it can cruise at 155 km/h on the highway and does the 0–100 km/h run in under 8 seconds. Even still, it figures out how to keep going around 27–30 km/l, which is unseasonably pleasant for a 400cc bike.
Features and Technology
The Bajaj Dominar 400 carries a plethora of advanced bits for both performance and comfort:
- Full LED lighting system
- USD front suspension for improved balance
- Sporty Twin-barrel Exhaust
- Dual-channel ABS for enhanced safety
- Digital console (gear position indicator and trip details)
- Comfortable seating and touring-focused ergonomics
Due to these features it also makes the Dominar 400 not just a city commuter but is also big on long distances as well.
Price and Variants
The Bajaj Dominar 400, on the other hand, looks upmarket and comes just fully loaded and priced at around ₹2.25 lakh (ex-showroom). It will rival the likes of the KTM Duke 390, Royal Enfield Himalayan, and Honda CB300R giving a perfect blend of performance with affordability.
Final Verdict
The Bajaj Dominar 400 is an interplay of power, style & comfort in a single silhouette. Its cruiser-inspired riding position, its muscular engine and the comfortable geometry make it a great option for riders who want to get a nice big-bike feel without paying a fortune.