Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Yamaha FZ X

Last Updated: October 24, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar 180 price starts at Rs. 1.25 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,156 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha FZ X, priced at Rs. 1.27 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 180 uses a 178.61cc engine producing 17 PS @ 8500 rpm and the FZ X a 149cc engine producing 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 180 and FZ X, the Pulsar 180 is the better pick for performance, while the FZ X stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar 180 vs FZ X Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 180Yamaha FZ X
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.25 LakhRs. 1.27 Lakh
Mileage Not Available55.11 kmpl
Engine 178.61 cc149 cc
Max power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 156 Kg139 Kg

Pulsar 180 vs FZ X Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 180 STDYamaha FZ X Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue
Rating
1 review
225 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Max Power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 180 Colors
Yamaha FZ X Colors
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
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,725 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,652 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,786 Pulsar 180 Insurance Rs. 6,960 FZ X Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
96 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi
Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Engine Displacement
178.61 cc
149 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
17 PS @ 8500 rpm
12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
Not Available
57.3 mm
Stroke
Not Available
57.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.6 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
55.11 kmpl
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
23.21m
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
55.11 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
48.67 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
40.84m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
11.01s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
10.68s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 37
Telescopic Fork, 41mm Inner Tube Diameter, With Fork Boot
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock absorber, Gas filled with Canister
7-Step Adjustable Monocross Suspension

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.6 L
Length*Width*Height
2035*765*1115 mm3
2020*785*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1330 mm
Length
2035 mm
2020 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1115 mm
1100 mm
Width
765 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
156 Kg
139 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

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

Frame Type
Not Available
Single Downtube Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Street Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
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
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms / 1 Month
2nd Service
Not Available
4000 Kms / 5 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
7000 Kms / 9 Months
4th Service
Not Available
10000 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • OG Pulsar fans will love the iconic looks
  • Retains the massive 15-litre fuel tank
Yamaha FZ X
  • Smooth and refined engine, High fuel efficiency, especially in the city, Comfortable ergonomics
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • Still no dual channel ABS
  • Console could’ve been more info-packed, with navigation
Yamaha FZ X
  • Polarising design might not appeal to everyone, Performance is severely lacking
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Recently Asked User Questions

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Bajaj Pulsar 180 Vs Yamaha FZ X FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Yamaha FZ X?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Yamaha FZ X?
The Bajaj Pulsar 180 is cheaper than Yamaha FZ X by ₹2,156.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Yamaha FZ X?
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 Metallic Black and Dark Matte Blue version, 149 cc Petrol engine of FZ X produces 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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