Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R

Last Updated: November 6, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N125 price starts at Rs. 91,810, which is Rs. 24,440 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Xtreme 125R, priced at Rs. 1.16 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N125 offers a claimed 58 kmpl, while the Xtreme 125R delivers 66 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N125 uses a 124.58cc engine producing 12 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Xtreme 125R a 124.7cc engine producing 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N125 and Xtreme 125R, the Pulsar N125 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Xtreme 125R stands out for mileage.

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Pulsar N125 vs Xtreme 125R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N125Hero Xtreme 125R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 91,810Rs. 1.16 Lakh
Mileage 58 kmpl66 kmpl
Engine 124.58 cc124.7 cc
Max power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
Kerb weight 125 Kg136 Kg

Pulsar N125 vs Xtreme 125R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N125 LED Disc BTHero Xtreme 125R Stealth Edition
Rating
14 reviews
261 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 91,810 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.16 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Cooled, Single Spark, 2 Valve Air Cooled 4 Stroke
Max Power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N125 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 125R Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Mileage (ARAI) 58 kmpl 66 Kmpl
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,744 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,349 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,293 Pulsar N125 Insurance Rs. 6,759 Xtreme 125R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
100 kmph
95 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Air Cooled, Single Spark, 2 Valve
Air Cooled 4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
124.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
12 PS @ 8500 rpm
11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
54 mm
52.4 mm
Stroke
54.4 mm
57.8 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
9.9:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
58 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
58 kmpl
66 Kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
96
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
50-55 kmpl
Overall (KPL)
Not Available
66 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic, 125 mm Stroke
Dia. 37 Conventional Fork
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock, 125 mm Stroke
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
794 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2009*793*1051 mm3
Wheelbase
1295 mm
1319 mm
Length
Not Available
2009 mm
Ground Clearance
198 mm
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1051 mm
Width
Not Available
793 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.5 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
125 Kg
136 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
240 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 4AH

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Diamond Frame
Diamond
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Road,Sport
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Starter Generator
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Navigation Type
Not Available
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km /45 Days
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km /240 days
3500 Kms/160 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km /365 days
6500 Kms/260 Days
4th Service
Not Available
9500 Kms/360 days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
5 Years or 70,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
70000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar N125
  • Refined motor with good grunt
  • Lightweight and compact bike for daily commuting
  • Nimble handling and very plush ride quality over bad roads
  • Unique design, does not share parts with other N-series Pulsar models
Hero Xtreme 125R
  • Tractable motor
  • Riding in high gears at slow speeds is easy
  • Engine refinement
  • Optional ABS really adds to safety
  • Nimble handling will make city riding a breeze
  • Looks quite striking - stands apart from the crowd
Bajaj Pulsar N125
  • Only gets CBS (Combined Braking System) - No ABS being offered
  • The entry-spec model gets a skinnier rear tyre
Hero Xtreme 125R
  • Front-end can feel a bit vague while cornering
  • Digital instrument cluster is a bit small and can be difficult to read

Is Hero Xtreme 125R Better Than Bajaj Pulsar N125?

50% users have chosen Hero Xtreme 125R over Bajaj Pulsar N125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 395 users have also rated Hero Xtreme 125R and Bajaj Pulsar N125 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features 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 Xtreme 125R Pulsar N125
Mileage 4.7 4.3
Performance 4.6 5.0
Comfort 4.5 3.5
Maintenance 4.4 3.3
Safety 0.7 1.0
Features 3.9 3.8
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Bajaj Pulsar N125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R?
The Bajaj Pulsar N125 is cheaper than Hero Xtreme 125R by ₹24,440.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R?
For the LED Disc BT version, 124.58 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N125 produces 12 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Stealth Edition version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 125R produces 11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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