Aprilia SXR 125 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Aprilia SXR 125 price starts at Rs. 1.23 Lakh, which is Rs. 62,924 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, priced at Rs. 1.86 Lakh. On the performance front, the SXR 125 uses a 125cc engine producing 9.61 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Pulsar NS400Z a 349.13cc engine producing 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the SXR 125 and Pulsar NS400Z, the SXR 125 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar NS400Z stands out for performance.

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SXR 125 vs Pulsar NS400Z Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia SXR 125Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.23 LakhRs. 1.86 Lakh
Mileage 40 kmplNot Available
Engine 125 cc349.13 cc
Max power 9.61 PS @ 7500 rpm40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 129 Kg176 Kg

SXR 125 vs Pulsar NS400Z Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia SXR 125 STDBajaj Pulsar NS400Z STD
Rating
30 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Bajaj
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.23 Lakh Rs. 1.86 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder
Max Power 9.61 PS @ 7500 rpm 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm, Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 5,560 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 11,818 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
3
4
Claimed Top Speed
93 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder
Engine Displacement
125 cc
349.13 cc
Gear Box
CVT
6 Speed
Max Power
9.61 PS @ 7500 rpm
40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
10.19 Nm @ 5400 rpm
33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
52 mm
Not Available
Stroke
58.6 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electronic EMS
Not Available
Compression Ratio
9.2:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
40 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
247.1 PS/tonne
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Hydraulic double telescopic
43 mm Upside Down Fork
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic shock absorber
Monoshock With Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
2.0 kg/cm2 / 29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
2.2 kg/cm2 / 32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-12, Rear :- 120/70-12
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm, Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
775 mm
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
800 ml
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1963*803*1205 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1361 mm
1346 mm
Length
1963 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
165 mm
Height
1205 mm
Not Available
Width
803 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
7 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
129 Kg
176 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
220 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
140 mm
230 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Not Available
LED Projector

Frame Type
Tubular chassis with open single cradle
Not Available
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
3
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Hydroformed Tubular Street Fighter Style
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Not Available
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
60000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Is priced quite well
  • Makes a decent amount of power
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Build quality could’ve been better
  • Stiff rear suspension
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Which bike is best between Aprilia SXR 125 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z?
As per the users experiences Aprilia SXR 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and comfort in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia SXR 125 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z?
The Aprilia SXR 125 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z by ₹62,924.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia SXR 125 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z?
For the STD version, 125 cc Petrol engine of SXR 125 produces 9.61 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 10.19 Nm @ 5400 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 349.13 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS400Z produces 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Aprilia SXR 125 has better performance.

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