Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

Last Updated: October 13, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 price starts at Rs. 1.07 Lakh, which is Rs. 30,155 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar N160 S, priced at Rs. 1.37 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 S offers a claimed 44 kmpl, while the Pulsar NS 125 delivers 64.75 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Pulsar NS 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 12 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and Pulsar NS 125, the Pulsar NS 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar N160 S stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N160 S vs Pulsar NS 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SBajaj Pulsar NS 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.37 LakhRs. 1.07 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl64.75 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc124.45 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm12 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg144 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs Pulsar NS 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDBajaj Pulsar NS 125 BT
Rating
2 reviews
421 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Bajaj
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.07 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI 4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 12 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,105 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,204 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,000 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 6,587 Pulsar NS 125 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
114 kmph
103 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI
4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
124.45 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
12 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
11 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
52 mm
Stroke
52 mm
58.6 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
10+/- 0.5 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
64.75 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
25.85s
0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
3.28s
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
122.5 PS/tonne
83.3
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
64.75 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
56.46 kmpl
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
3.28s
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
45-50 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
16.55s
7.81s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.14s
10.53s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks (37 mm)
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Mono shocks

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-110/90-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.6 L
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2012*810*1078 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1353 mm
Length
1989 mm
2012 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
179 mm
Height
1050 mm
1078 mm
Width
743 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
144 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 4AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Perimeter
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
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
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500-750 Kms /45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
3rd Service
Not Available
9500-10000 Kms /365 days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
75000
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Q. Which is better between Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and TVS Raider?
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 packs a peppy engine, is fun to ride, and could be the perfect beginner bike for you. The entry-level NS125 could be the perfect platform for those graduating from a scooter, and yearning to learn the ropes. On the other hand, TVS Raider's styling, features and performance will excite youngsters, and for someone looking at their first motorcycle, the Raider does make good sense. TVS has gone the smarter route, keeping a thrilling ride experience as the USP, instead of a purely commuter-centric approach. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.
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  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 follows the same design ethos as its other NS siblings. The same wolf-inspired headlamp, muscular tank, chunky body, and split-seat setup make their way into the NS125. However, blame it on the skinny tyres and a slim telescopic fork, the proportions of the bike do not seem quite right. Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is powered by 124.4 cc engine.This Pulsar NS 125 engine generates a power of 11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm. 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.
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  • Both Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and Hero Glamour are good with their own forte. Bajaj pulsar offers the practicality of the Hero and Honda bikes, without compromising on the cool quotient or being too heavy on the pocket. On the other hand, Hero has done well to keep the Glamour BS6’s pricing in check during the BS4 to BS6 transition given the fact that the BS4 Glamour already had Fi. With the new pricing, the Hero is still one of the expensive 125cc motorcycles out there but it undercuts the Honda SP 125 by around Rs 5,000. 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 -Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs Hero Glamour
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N160 S by ₹30,155.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125?
For the STD version, 164.82 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N160 S produces 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the BT version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS 125 produces 12 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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