Bajaj Pulsar 180F vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 Price starts at Rs. 2.07 Lakh which is Rs. 92,792 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar 180F priced at Rs. 1.14 Lakh. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar 180F is powered by 178.6 cc cc engine , while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is powered by 499 cc cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar 180F is available in 2 different colours while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar 180F vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar 180F vs Thunderbird 500

Key Highlights Pulsar 180F BS6Thunderbird 500 ABS
Engine Type 4 - stroke, SOHC 2-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Fi Engine Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled
Max Power 17.02 PS @ 8500 rpm 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 30 kmpl

Pulsar 180F vs Thunderbird 500 Key Highlights

Basic Info Pulsar 180F BS6Thunderbird 500 ABS
Rating
109 reviews
56 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Rs. 2.07 Lakh
Engine Type 4 - stroke, SOHC 2-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Fi Engine Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled
Max Power 17.02 PS @ 8500 rpm 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) ... 30 kmpl
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Analogue
Insurance ... ...
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
4 - stroke, SOHC 2-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Fi Engine
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled
Engine Displacement
178.6 cc
499 cc
Max Power
17.02 PS @ 8500 rpm
27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max Torque
14.52 Nm @ 6500 rpm
41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6
bs4
Bore
...
84 mm
Stroke
...
90 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Twin Spark
Digital Electronic Ignition
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
8.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

0-60 kmph
...
4.65s
Mileage (ARAI)
...
30 kmpl

Suspension-Front
Telescopic with Anti Friction Bush
Telescopic Forks
Chassis
...
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
Suspension-Rear
5 Way Adjustable, Nitrox Shock Absorber
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
...
22 psi

Length*Width*Height
2035*750*1165 mm3
2060*790*1205
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1350 mm
Length
2035 mm
2060 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
135 mm
Height
1165 mm
1205 mm
Width
750 mm
790 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
20 L
Kerb Weight
156 Kg
...
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
DC MF
...
LED tail lights
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Stepup Seat
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
Analogue and Digital
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Connectivity
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
...
10000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Bajaj Pulsar 180F

  • Looks exactly like the Pulsar 220F
  • The ergos are accessible for riders of all heights
  • Braking performance is brilliant.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

  • Torquey engine
  • Features
  • Highway cruising capability

Bajaj Pulsar 180F

  • The console feels dated with essential data like range/distance to empty indicator and gear position indicator still missing.Lacks modern features like LED headlights and slipper clutch.Too expensive for a 180cc motorcycle.

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

  • No ABS
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better either 180F or 220F
  • I own 180F and surely it doesn't make much difference with 220F...both in performance and comfort also 180F can give very good mileage....if we ride with low rpm we will get good mileage for regular rides and in other cases we can go for power....engine heat is a bit more...and it emits so...after all considering its all sides...it is a better option being a balanced one...
  • According to me it's totally depends on your budget if you are having a good budget then go for 220f you can go for 180f but there is a lack i.e neither you get a liquid or oil cooled engine . may be on long rides you may face some problems
  • It's depending upon your budget.. if you have good amount of money go for 220f which gives more power..if you have less budget go for 180f which gives good power too for 180 cc engine. looks wise both are same but cc varies..
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Pulsar 180F Vs Thunderbird 500 Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Pulsar 180F vs Thunderbird 500?

The Bajaj Pulsar 180F is cheaper than Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 by Rs. 92,792.

Which bike offers better performance Pulsar 180F vs Thunderbird 500?

For the BS6 version, 178.6 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 180F produces 17.02 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 14.52 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the ABS version, 499 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 500 produces 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Bajaj Pulsar 180F
  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500
  • The Pulsar 220F competes with the Hero Xtreme 200S. The Xtreme 200S is the most affordable 200cc faired motorcycle, it also has an impressive features list, which works in its favour. The Pulsar 220F, doesn’t boast a long feature list, but it has always remained a proper value-for-money motorcycle for someone looking for a sporty motorcycle.It still comes in two colours: blue and red

    NKD Bajaj few weeks ago
  • the best pulsar for every indian. its 220f look like fairing and the previous 180 mileage and performance and comfort for both long and city rides made me to add this to my garage

    Selva Vishwa few weeks ago
  • 1 year has completed to my Pulsar 180F and have the best experience on with bike. Best in Comfort, Performance and Look.

    Vishal Sutar few weeks ago
  • Bike is very good for daily uses and long touring as well. Look wise it's very good and comfort level is also good

    Saurabh Dixit few weeks ago
  • comfortable bike good average affordable and according toe abs this is coslty but its ok and its valid for price

    PaNkAj Mehta few weeks ago
User Reviews
  • not driven that much its perfectly well maintained condition recently i chage both tyres also and also there is motowings performance high end exhaust in it,if want orginal silencer also its ter all accessories avaliable and papers all clear.

    Mek few weeks ago
  • I think royal enfield is the best bike maker in india.If everything is ok then go for it blindly.This is total balanced two wheelers and stand in all aspects.

    Shashi Singh few weeks ago
  • Very good afternoon so much better than nothing but if there is anything you are interested please find my updated

    Atanu Sarkar 3 weeks ago
  • Great bike but I want to upgrade to 650cc with abs thunderbird500 is powered and very muchcomfortable

    Sunil Varma few weeks ago
  • all over ratings 100% good looking mileage,speed

    Muhammad Atif few weeks ago
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