Bajaj launched the new 2012 edition of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 in Pune today, just a year after the cult favourite 2011 edition.

The new bike has a number of new features and improvements including thicker split seats, adjustable windshield, revised suspension and an overall aggressive styling. No change in the engine though - it still carries the 650cc, 70bhp engine from the previous model.

The biggest change comes in the price of the bike. The Bajaj Kawasaki Ninja 650 now comes at Rs 5 lakhs, ex-showroom, Delhi. Orders for the new Ninja 650 begin next week, and deliveries will start sometime in September.

Ninja fans! Speak up and let us know what you think about the new Ninja 650 and its price in the comments below. But before that, watch this nifty little launch video...