Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160

Last Updated: September 15, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs. 1.22 Lakh, which is Rs. 384 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 180, priced at Rs. 1.22 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 180 uses a 178.61cc engine producing 17 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Pulsar N160 a 164.82cc engine producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 180 and Pulsar N160, the Pulsar N160 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar 180 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 180 vs Pulsar N160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 180Bajaj Pulsar N160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.22 LakhRs. 1.22 Lakh
Mileage Not Available47 kmpl
Engine 178.61 cc164.82 cc
Max power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm16 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 156 Kg151 Kg

Pulsar 180 vs Pulsar N160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 180 STDBajaj Pulsar N160 SD USD Single Seat
Rating
1 review
445 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Bajaj
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.22 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.22 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
Max Power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm 16 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 180 Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,661 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,650 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,750 Pulsar 180 Insurance Rs. 10,743 Pulsar N160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
113 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
Engine Displacement
178.61 cc
164.82 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
17 PS @ 8500 rpm
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
Bore
Not Available
58 mm
Stroke
Not Available
62.38 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.3 ± 0.3 :1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
47 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
16.55s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
18.64m
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
106 PS/tonne
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
33.91m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
16.55s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
8.14s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 37
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock absorber, Gas filled with Canister
Nitrox Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-100/80-17 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
Not Available
795 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Length*Width*Height
2035*765*1115 mm3
1989*743*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1358 mm
Length
2035 mm
1989 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1115 mm
1050 mm
Width
765 mm
743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
156 Kg
151 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Not Available
Tubular Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
Monochrome LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Navigation Type
Not Available
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500-750 Kms /45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
3rd Service
Not Available
4500-5000 Kms /240 days

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • OG Pulsar fans will love the iconic looks
  • Retains the massive 15-litre fuel tank
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Engine is very refined and tractable
  • Sporty and confidence-inspiring handling
  • Only bike with dual-channel ABS in the 160cc segment
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • Still no dual channel ABS
  • Console could’ve been more info-packed, with navigation
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Rear monoshock is firm, resulting in a bouncy ride
  • Not-very extensive features list
  • Looks like a clone of the Pulsar N250

Is Bajaj Pulsar 180 Better Than Bajaj Pulsar N160?

66% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar 180 over Bajaj Pulsar N160 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 747 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar 180 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Pulsar 180 has out rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 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 180 Pulsar N160
Mileage 5.0 4.3
Performance 5.0 4.5
Comfort 5.0 4.4
Maintenance 5.0 4.1
Safety 4.0 0.2
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160?
Bajaj Pulsar 180 has out rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 180 by ₹384.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160?
For the STD version, 178.61 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 180 produces 17 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 15 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the SD USD Single Seat version, 164.82 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N160 produces 16 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 180 has better performance.

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