Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Hero XPulse 200 4V

Last Updated: September 5, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 price starts at Rs. 1.38 Lakh, which is Rs. 9,925 cheaper than the base variant of Hero XPulse 200 4V, priced at Rs. 1.48 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar NS200 offers a claimed 40.36 kmpl, while the XPulse 200 4V delivers 36 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the XPulse 200 4V a 199.6cc engine producing 19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS200 and XPulse 200 4V, the Pulsar NS200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Pulsar NS200 vs XPulse 200 4V Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS200Hero XPulse 200 4V
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.38 LakhRs. 1.48 Lakh
Mileage 40.36 kmpl36 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc199.6 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 158 Kg160 Kg

Pulsar NS200 vs XPulse 200 4V Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Single ChannelHero XPulse 200 4V STD
Rating
1080 reviews
377 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.38 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.48 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine Air-Oil Cooled, 4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder OHC
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Colors
Hero Moto Corp XPulse 200 4V Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,134 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,270 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,016 Pulsar NS200 Insurance Rs. 11,183 XPulse 200 4V Insurance
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Spark Plugs
3 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
136 kmph
135 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine
Air-Oil Cooled, 4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder OHC
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
199.6 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
17.35 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
66.5 mm
Stroke
49 mm
57.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11+/-0.5:1
10.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
40.36 kmpl
36 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
154.9
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
35-40 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks
Telescopic Front Forks (dia 37mm) With Anti Friction Bush, Travel - 190 mm
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Mono Shock Absorber With Canister
Rectangular Swingarm With 10 Step Preload Adjustable Monoshock, Travel - 170 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-120/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
805 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
2222*862*1320 mm3
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1410 mm
Length
2017 mm
2222 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
220 mm
Height
1075 mm
1320 mm
Width
804 mm
862 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
158 Kg
160 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
LED Projector

Frame Type
Pressed Steel Perimeter Frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
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
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
3500 Kms/160 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
6500 Kms/260 Days
4th Service
Not Available
9500 Kms

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 NS200
  • Sporty handling characteristics
  • The 6-speed gearbox proves advantageous on the highway
  • Commendable performance considering the price point
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Design looks dated now
  • Lacks adequate features and the absence of dual-channel ABS is a miss

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Better Than Hero XPulse 200 4V?

64% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS200 over Hero XPulse 200 4V in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 5259 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and Hero XPulse 200 4V 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 Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your bike. But Hero XPulse 200 4V is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.

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 XPulse 200 4V Pulsar NS200
Mileage 3.9 4.1
Performance 4.6 4.2
Comfort 4.3 4.1
Maintenance 4.0 4.3
Features 4.5 4.4
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. For City Commuting and Highway Tours, which one is best NS200 or XPulse 200?
  • I travel around 40 to 50 kms per day and 1.5 is my max budget
  • If you want a naked sports bike and more power, then you should go for Ns 200 it's has good power But if you love adventures wanna go for offraod then you should surely go for xpulse 200 fi the best budget and value for money vehicle.
  • NS 200.
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Q. Which one is the best NS200 or NS250?
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 was always seen as an affordable alternative if you were in the market for a sporty streetfighter. As for the comfort, right from the moment you sit on it and reach for the bars, you get a lovely sense of command over the motorcycle. The seat cushioning is firm but absorbent, the texture is grippy and the slim tank allows you to straddle the bike more efficiently. Even the taut suspension isn’t that much of a bother. On the other hand, the Bajaj NS250 has not launched yet and it would be unfair to give a verdict. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Should I buy this bike now wait for the update to get launch?
  • If you want a bike now then you go for a current model. The NS 200 has gained in performance, despite the strict BS6 emissions. On the other hand, there is no official update of the launch of the new updated Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details. Read more -BS6 Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Reviewed In Detailed Photos.

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Vs Hero Moto Corp XPulse 200 4V FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Hero Moto Corp XPulse 200 4V?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your bike. But Hero XPulse 200 4V is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Hero Moto Corp XPulse 200 4V?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is cheaper than Hero XPulse 200 4V by ₹9,925.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Hero Moto Corp XPulse 200 4V?
For the Single Channel version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 199.6 cc Petrol engine of XPulse 200 4V produces 19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 17.35 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has better performance.

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