I have a 2017 Bajaj Pulsar 150, and recently it developed an engine-related issue. I took it to the Bajaj service centre, and they’re quoting around ₹22–25k for the repair.

Considering the bike is almost 10 years old, I’m not sure if it makes sense to spend that much on it.

Are there any reliable local mechanics/workshops in Bengaluru who are experienced with Pulsar engine repairs and can do the job for a more reasonable price?

I’m currently around Bellandur, so preferably somewhere around Bellandur, Marathahalli, HSR, Sarjapur, Whitefield, or nearby would be ideal.

Also, for anyone who has dealt with a similar issue:

Is ₹22–25k a reasonable estimate for a Pulsar 150 engine repair?

Would you recommend getting a second opinion from an independent mechanic?

At what repair cost would you personally consider selling the bike instead?

Any recommendations for a trustworthy mechanic would be really helpful.

Bought my Jupiter 110 in January this year. Got the first “free” service done at the showroom in April, but still ended up paying around ₹800.

The showroom is quite far from my place, while I have a trusted local mechanic nearby.

For the second service, should I still take it to the showroom or is it fine to get it done by my local mechanic ?

Any advice/experience would be appreciated.

I’m looking for some advice on what would make more financial sense in my situation.

I bought a used Ford Figo around a year ago for ₹2.10 lakh. The car is now around 14 years old.

Currently, I have two expenses coming up:

- Suspension work: around ₹20,000

- Fitness/registration-related expenses: around ₹20–25,000

So I’m looking at roughly ₹40–45k of spending to get everything sorted.

The car itself is otherwise in decent condition, and I haven’t had any major issues apart from the usual age-related stuff. But since it is already 14 years old, I’m wondering whether it makes sense to put another ₹40–45k into it or whether I should sell it now and put that money towards another used/newer car.

My dilemma is:

Option 1: Spend ₹40–45k, complete the suspension + fitness work, and continue using the Figo for the next few years.

Option 2: Sell the Figo now, take whatever I can get for it, and buy a newer used car instead.

What would you guys do in my situation?

Also, for those who have owned older Fords, how difficult/expensive is it becoming to maintain them and source parts?

Would especially appreciate advice from people who have actually owned 10–15+ year old cars.

Additional details if useful:

Location: Hyderabad

Car: Ford Figo

Age: ~14 years

Purchase price: ₹2.10 lakh

Owned by me: ~1 year

Current repair/fitness estimate: ₹40–45k

Thanks!