Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Specifications & Features (2026)

Updated on October 2026

Quick answer: The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is powered by a 160cc engine producing 17 PS and 14.6 Nm. It claims 40.36 kmpl, weighs 152 kg and has a 805 mm seat height. Prices start at ₹1.26 Lakh ex-showroom across 2 variants.

Key Specs of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160

Key specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Ground Clearance	170 mm
Engine Displ.	160 cc
Mileage	40.36 kmpl
Max Power	17 PS @ 9000 rpm
Gearbox	5 Speed
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
ABS	Dual Channel
Wheels Type	Alloy
Tyre Type	Tubeless
Standard Warranty (Years)	5

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Features

Features and Safety

Features and Safety specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Saree Guard	Yes

Engine

Engine specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Emission Norm Compliance	bs6.2
Valves (per cylinder)	4
Flex Fuel Blend	E20
Spark Plugs	2 Per Cylinder
Claimed Top Speed	120 kmph
Engine Type	4 Stroke, Single Cylinder
Engine Displacement	160 cc
Gear Box	5 Speed
Max Power	17 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque	14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore	58 mm
Stroke	60.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders	1
Drive Type	Chain Drive
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Fuel Type	Petrol
Ignition	DC
Compression Ratio	9.8 : 1

Transmission

Transmission specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Indicators	LED
Type	Manual
Gear Shift Pattern	1 Down 4 Up

Brakes

Brakes specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Front Brake	Disc
Front Caliper	2 Piston
Rear Caliper	1 Piston
Rear Brake	Disc
Braking Type	Anti-lock Braking System

Performance and Fuel economy

Performance and Fuel economy specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Mileage (Overall)	40.36 kmpl

Chassis and Suspension

Chassis and Suspension specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Suspension-Front	37 mm USD
Suspension-Rear	Nitrox Monoshock

Tyres and Wheels

Tyres and Wheels specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	25 psi
Brake Fluid Grade	DOT4
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 psi
Tyre Size	Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size	Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type	Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)	Alloy

Dimensions

Dimensions specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Seat height	805 mm
Gross Weight	302 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	2.4 L
Engine Oil Grade	Bajaj DTSI 10000
LengthWidthHeight	20178041060 mm³
Length	2017 mm
Wheelbase	1372 mm
Height	1060 mm
Ground Clearance	170 mm
Width	804 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 L
Kerb Weight	152 Kg
Tail Light	LED
Front Brake Size	300 mm
Rear Brake Size	230 mm

Electricals

Electricals specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes
USB charging port	Yes
Battery Type	Lead Acid
Headlight	LED
Battery Capacity	12V / 4AH

Warranty

Warranty specifications of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Vehicle Warranty	5 Years or 75,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)	5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)	75000

Features

Features of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Brightness Control	Yes
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes
Kick Start	Yes
Instrument Cluster Control Switchcube	Yes
Multi-function Lock	Yes
Riding Modes	Yes
Pillion Grab Rail	Yes
Gear Position Indicator	Yes
Idle Stop/Start	Yes
Navigation assist	Yes
Digital Display Type	LCD
Side Stand Warning	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes
Front Footpegs	Forward-set
Trip Meter	Digital
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes
Navigation Type	Turn-by-turn
Pillion Seat	Yes
Malfunction Indicator	Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield	Yes
Body	Fibre
Calls & Messaging	Yes
ABS Type	Dual Channel
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2
Physical Key	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes
Kill Switch	Yes
Body Type	Sports Bikes
ABS	Dual Channel
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes
Body Graphics	Yes
Instrument Console Type	Digital
Starting	Kick and Self Start
Seat Type	Split
Pass Beam Switch	Yes
Mobile Application	Yes
Speedometer	Digital
Tachometer	Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp	Yes
Clock	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes
Cooling System	Oil Cooled
Odometer	Digital
Navigation	Yes
Service Due Indicator	Yes

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 2026 Brochure

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User Reviews on Pulsar NS160 Performance and Features

4.1/5 Based on 357 reviews & 1064 rating

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Performance (46)
Engine (43)
Power (34)
Speed (24)
Suspension (4)
Gear (4)
Mileage (80)
Looks (53)
Comfort (47)
Service (23)
Experience (21)
Pickup (18)
Maintenance (17)
Price (16)
KMPL (14)
Seat (14)
Rear (10)

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Hariharan

Super comfort

5.0

Super comfort to drive, Performance was excellent, Worth gor money, And all specification are good i like my ns 160 bike and service also nice response

Hariharan's Pulsar NS160 gives mileage of 41 kmpl

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Ritik

Thrilling experience

3.8

Riding ns160 gives you a thrilling experience with quite good power and awesome engine performance agile handling and its sporty design will always you feel its premiumness.Its comfortable postures and seat makes you always ready for long rides overall its all fun to ride and always ready to ride motorcycle.

Ritik's Pulsar NS160 gives mileage of 35 kmpl

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Alamin

Firstly The bike Is looking

4.2

Firstly the bike is looking very aggressive.Seat is very comfortable all are ok but the bike have low top speed its only 117🥺 very upset for this but as my advice if you belong from a middle class family then you go for it blindly.Thanks zigwheels to be a part of your team.

Alamin's Pulsar NS160 gives mileage of 38 kmpl

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Deep

The performance on the road

4.6

Performance on the road is super, Braking is super too, But handling and cornering in traffic could have been better, Not so good on corners

deep's Pulsar NS160 gives mileage of 45 kmpl

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Siddhesh

High power

5.0

Ns160 is the best engine with high power and good looks this youths first choice i really love this bike and it's performance and comfortablenes this bike is really best ❣️😍✨

Siddhesh's Pulsar NS160 gives mileage of 45 kmpl

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Pulsar NS160 variants compared: what changes

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Single Channel
Ex-showroom Rs. 1.26 Lakh

Base variant features
- Starting (Kick and Self Start)
- Wheels Type (Alloy)
- Tyre Type (Tubeless)
- Standard Warranty (5)
- ABS (Single Channel)
- Tachometer (Digital)
- Low Fuel Warning Lamp
- Body Graphics
- Trip Meter (Digital)
- Clock
- Speedometer (Digital)
- Standard Warranty(KM) (75000)
- Kerb Weight (152 Kg)
- Tyre Size (Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17)
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Dual Channel USD
Ex-showroom Rs. 1.35 Lakh

Pay 8,384 more to get
- ABS (Dual Channel)
- Tyre Size (Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17)
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs rivals: spec comparison

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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Videos

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Must Read Questions & Answers Before Buying Pulsar NS160

Q. Fuel oil tank is metal or fiber?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes equipped with a metal fuel tank. This not only enhances durability but also allows for better protection compared to fibre tanks.

Q. What is the torque output of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has max torque output of 14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm.

Q. What is the max power of Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has max power of 12.7 kW (17.2 PS) @ 9000 rpm.

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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 News Updates

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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Specifications FAQs

What is the mileage of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a claimed mileage of 40.36 kmpl. Real-world mileage varies with riding style, load and traffic conditions.

What is the difference between the Pulsar NS160 Single Channel and Dual Channel USD?

The Dual Channel USD costs Rs 8,384 more than the Single Channel. The Single Channel is priced at Rs 1,26,301 and the Dual Channel USD at Rs 1,34,685, both ex-showroom.

Does the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 have ABS?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 gets Dual Channel ABS.

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 better than Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

60% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over Bajaj Pulsar NS160 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.

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