Does the Pulsar AS250 live up to the Pulsar legacy?

From a legacy in Indian motorcycle market, the Pulsar brand has always been known for providing performance and features at affordable price points. The arrival of the AS250 has sparked a debate about whether this new model maintains the Pulsar tradition. There are some riders, though, that may find the AS250's balance of performance and practicality to be a natural evolution of the Pulsar line. But others say it lacks the raw excitement of earlier Pulsar models. As is often the case with the bike, the debate often centres on power delivery, handling and 'fun factor' compared to some of the iconic Pulsar models of the past. The other point of discussion is whether the 'adventure sports' direction is in keeping with the Pulsar DNA or Bajaj is diluting the brand by trying to find a different market segment.