Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Raider

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

TVS Raider price starts at Rs. 84,510, which is Rs. 9,182 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 125, priced at Rs. 93,692. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar 125 offers a claimed 51.46 kmpl, while the Raider delivers 67 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar 125 uses a 124.58cc engine producing 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Raider a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 125 and Raider, the Raider is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar 125 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 125 vs Raider Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 125TVS Raider
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 93,692Rs. 84,510
Mileage 51.46 kmpl67 kmpl
Engine 124.58 cc124.8 cc
Max power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 131 Kg124 Kg

Pulsar 125 vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 125 Standard Single Seat LCDTVS Raider Drum
Rating
6 reviews
778 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 93,692 Check On Road Price Rs. 84,510 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Max Power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Synchronized Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,800 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,435 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,329 Pulsar 125 Insurance Rs. 6,693 Raider Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
3
Claimed Top Speed
99 kmph
95 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
124.8 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
56 mm
53.5 mm
Stroke
50.5 mm
55.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
Electronic Control Unit
Compression Ratio
10.05:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Synchronized Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
51.46 kmpl
67 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
51.46 kmpl
71.94 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
57 kmpl
65.44 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
50-55 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
110 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 31
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged

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

Seat height
795 mm
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
294 kg
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Length*Width*Height
2055*755*1060 mm3
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1326 mm
Length
2055 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
184 mm
180 mm
Height
1060 mm
1028 mm
Width
755 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
131 Kg
124 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
260 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Type C (optional)
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 5AH
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double-cradle
Single Cradle Tubular 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
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Horn - Single, Clip-On Handlebar with Casted Components
Intelligo
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
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Kms
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Kms
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days
4th Service
14500-15000 kms
17500 ~ 18000 kms/548 days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • Lighter and so easier to handle
  • 184 mm ground clearance handles speed breakers and bad roads
  • TFT console with navigation is rare in the 125cc segment
  • Low 795 mm seat height good for shorter riders
  • 5-year warranty
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • No ABS only CBS
  • Fuel tank shrank from 15 L to 11 L, so you need to refuel more often
  • Ride modes, ISG and hazard lights are missing on the base variant
  • Front number plate on the cowl looks out of place
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank

Is TVS Raider Better Than Bajaj Pulsar 125?

59% users have chosen TVS Raider over Bajaj Pulsar 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1490 users have also rated TVS Raider 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 TVS Raider 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 Raider
Mileage 4.4 5.0
Performance 4.4 4.3
Comfort 4.4 5.0
Maintenance 4.2 4.3
Features 4.3 5.0
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Raider?
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 TVS Raider is better on the grounds of performance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Raider?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 125 by ₹9,182.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Raider?
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 Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 125 has better performance.

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