Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Ronin

Last Updated: September 23, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar 125 price starts at Rs. 96,972, which is Rs. 33,318 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Ronin, priced at Rs. 1.30 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 125 uses a 124.58cc engine producing 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Ronin a 225.9cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 125 and Ronin, the Pulsar 125 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Ronin stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 125 vs Ronin Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 125TVS Ronin
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 96,972Rs. 1.30 Lakh
Mileage 51.46 kmplNot Available
Engine 124.58 cc225.9 cc
Max power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Kerb weight 131 Kg159 Kg

Pulsar 125 vs Ronin Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 125 Standard Single Seat LCDTVS Ronin Base - Lighting Black
Rating
5 reviews
215 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 96,972 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Max Power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Colors
TVS Ronin Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,898 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,753 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,392 Pulsar 125 Insurance Rs. 10,881 Ronin Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
99 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Estimated Top Speed
Not Available
120 kmph
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
225.9 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm
20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque
11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm
19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Bore
56 mm
66 mm
Stroke
50.5 mm
66 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
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
51.46 kmpl
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
51.46 kmpl
42.95 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
57 kmpl
40.77 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
40-45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
110 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 31
Black, 41 mm USD
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Mono Shock with 7 Step Adjustable Preload

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 :-110/70-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
795 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
294 kg
311 kg
Length*Width*Height
2055*755*1060 mm3
2040*805*1170 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1357 mm
Length
2055 mm
2040 mm
Ground Clearance
184 mm
181 mm
Height
1060 mm
1170 mm
Width
755 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
131 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
260 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
USB charging port
Type C (optional)
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Double-cradle
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff 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
Rain,Urban
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
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
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
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Roadster 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
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
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/550 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
TVS Ronin
  • Torquey engine ensures you don’t have to shift as frequently
  • Excellent fit and finish
  • Lightweight and agile in both city traffic and highway
  • Can easily accommodate tall riders
TVS Ronin
  • Unimpressive highway performance
  • You’ll need to pull the front brake lever really hard for aggressive braking

Is Bajaj Pulsar 125 Better Than TVS Ronin?

100% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar 125 over TVS Ronin in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 349 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar 125 and TVS Ronin on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Pulsar 125 has out rated TVS Ronin on all the rating factors.
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 Ronin
Mileage 5.0 4.0
Performance 4.3 4.2
Comfort 5.0 4.3
Maintenance 4.3 3.9
Features 5.0 4.3
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Recently Asked User Questions

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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Vs TVS Ronin FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Ronin?
Bajaj Pulsar 125 has out rated TVS Ronin on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Ronin?
The Bajaj Pulsar 125 is cheaper than TVS Ronin by ₹33,318.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs TVS Ronin?
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 Base - Lighting Black version, 225.9 cc Petrol engine of Ronin produces 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 125 has better performance.

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