Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Ronin

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

TVS Ronin price starts at Rs. 1.30 Lakh, which is Rs. 8,036 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 220F, priced at Rs. 1.38 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 220F uses a 220cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Ronin a 225.9cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 220F and Ronin, the Ronin is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar 220F vs Ronin Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 220FTVS Ronin
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.38 LakhRs. 1.30 Lakh
Engine 220 cc225.9 cc
Max power 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Kerb weight 160 Kg159 Kg

Pulsar 220F vs Ronin Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 220F STDTVS Ronin Base - Lighting Black
Rating
27 reviews
216 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.38 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Twin Spark FI Engine, Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Max Power 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 220F Colors
TVS Ronin Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking 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 Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,134 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,753 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,016 Pulsar 220F 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
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Estimated Top Speed
Not Available
120 kmph
Engine Type
Twin Spark FI Engine, Oil Cooled
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Engine Displacement
220 cc
225.9 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm
20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque
18.55 Nm @ 7000 rpm
19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Bore
67 mm
66 mm
Stroke
62.4 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
Digital Twin Spark
Not Available
Compression Ratio
9.8 : 1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Anti-lock Braking System

City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
42.95 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
40.77 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
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
Suspension-Front
37 mm Telescopic
Black, 41 mm USD
Suspension-Rear
Twin Hydraulic Suspension
Mono Shock with 7 Step Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
30 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
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
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
805 mm
795 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.2 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
310 Kg
311 kg
Length*Width*Height
2035*750*1165 mm3
2040*805*1170 mm3
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1357 mm
Length
2035 mm
2040 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
181 mm
Height
1165 mm
1170 mm
Width
750 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
160 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Double Cradle Down Tube
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
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
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
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
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Roadster 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
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km /45 days
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km /240 days
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km /365 days
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
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 TVS Ronin Better Than Bajaj Pulsar 220F?

50% users have chosen TVS Ronin over Bajaj Pulsar 220F in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 386 users have also rated TVS Ronin and Bajaj Pulsar 220F 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 TVS Ronin is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar 220F is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and safety. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
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 220F Ronin
Mileage 4.0 4.4
Performance 4.2 4.9
Comfort 4.3 4.3
Maintenance 3.9 4.2
Safety 0.2 1.8
Features 4.3 2.8
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Recently Asked User Questions

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  • The TVS Ronin stands out as an excellent option for individuals seeking a comfortable and retro-styled commuter motorcycle that offers commendable mileage, effortless handling, and a refined, low-vibration engine. It is well-suited for short trips as well as daily commuting, all within a budget of ₹1.5 lakh. To identify the most suitable option within your preferred budget range, we recommend utilizing the filters available on ZigWheels including parameters such as price, body type, fuel efficiency, and comfort features to compare the various models and select the one that best meets your requirements: https://www.zigwheels.com/newbikes
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Bajaj Pulsar 220F Vs TVS Ronin FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Ronin?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 220F is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and safety in your bike. But TVS Ronin is better on the grounds of features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Ronin?
The TVS Ronin is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 220F by ₹8,036.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs TVS Ronin?
For the STD version, 220 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 220F produces 20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 18.55 Nm @ 7000 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 220F has better performance.

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