Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Hero Super Splendor XTEC

Last Updated: September 30, 2026

Hero Super Splendor XTEC price starts at Rs. 82,500, which is Rs. 14,472 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 125, priced at Rs. 96,972. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar 125 offers a claimed 51.46 kmpl, while the Super Splendor XTEC delivers 72 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar 125 uses a 124.58cc engine producing 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Super Splendor XTEC a 124.7cc engine producing 10.84 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 125 and Super Splendor XTEC, the Super Splendor XTEC is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar 125 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 125 vs Super Splendor XTEC Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 125Hero Super Splendor XTEC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 96,972Rs. 82,500
Mileage 51.46 kmpl72 kmpl
Engine 124.58 cc124.7 cc
Max power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm10.84 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 131 Kg121 Kg

Pulsar 125 vs Super Splendor XTEC Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 125 Standard Single Seat LCDHero Super Splendor XTEC 2.0 Drum
Rating
6 reviews
130 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 96,972 Check On Road Price Rs. 82,500 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine 2V, Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder
Max Power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm 10.84 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Super Splendor XTEC Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,898 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,377 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,392 Pulsar 125 Insurance Rs. 6,116 Super Splendor XTEC Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
99 kmph
90 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine
2V, Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
124.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm
10.84 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm
10.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
56 mm
52.4 mm
Stroke
50.5 mm
57.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.05:1
9.9:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
51.46 kmpl
72 kmpl
City Mileage (Tested)
51.46 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
57 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
110 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 31
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Swingarm With 5-Step Adjustable Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-100/90-17
Front :-80/100-18, Rear :-90/90-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
788 mm
Gross Weight
294 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2055*755*1060 mm3
2034*729*1082 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1263 mm
Length
2055 mm
2034 mm
Ground Clearance
184 mm
170 mm
Height
1060 mm
1082 mm
Width
755 mm
729 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
131 Kg
121 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
260 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Type C (optional)
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 4AH
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double-cradle
Diamond Frame
Digital Display Type
Coloured LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Horn - Single, Clip-On Handlebar with Casted Components
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Kms
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms
6500 Kms/240 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Kms
12500 Kms/420 Days
4th Service
14500-15000 kms
18500 Kms/600 days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
5 Years or 70,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
70000

Is Hero Super Splendor XTEC Better Than Bajaj Pulsar 125?

100% users have chosen Hero Super Splendor XTEC over Bajaj Pulsar 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 199 users have also rated Hero Super Splendor XTEC and Bajaj Pulsar 125 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Hero Super Splendor XTEC is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar 125 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance and features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Pulsar 125 Super Splendor XTEC
Mileage 4.4 5.0
Performance 4.4 4.3
Comfort 4.5 5.0
Maintenance 4.2 4.3
Features 3.7 5.0
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Hero Moto Corp Super Splendor XTEC?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Hero Super Splendor XTEC is better on the grounds of performance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Hero Moto Corp Super Splendor XTEC?
The Hero Super Splendor XTEC is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 125 by ₹14,472.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Hero Moto Corp Super Splendor XTEC?
For the Standard Single Seat LCD version, 124.58 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 125 produces 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 2.0 Drum version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of Super Splendor XTEC produces 10.84 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 10.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 125 has better performance.

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