Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Hero XPulse 210

Last Updated: October 23, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 S price starts at Rs. 1.35 Lakh, which is Rs. 28,456 cheaper than the base variant of Hero XPulse 210, priced at Rs. 1.63 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 S offers a claimed 44 kmpl, while the XPulse 210 delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the XPulse 210 a 210cc engine producing 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and XPulse 210, the Pulsar N160 S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the XPulse 210 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N160 S vs XPulse 210 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SHero XPulse 210
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.35 LakhRs. 1.63 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc210 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg168 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs XPulse 210 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDHero XPulse 210 Base
Rating
2 reviews
6 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.35 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.63 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-21 inch,Rear :-18 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,023 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,698 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,954 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 11,432 XPulse 210 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
Not Available
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, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
210 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
20.7 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
73 mm
Stroke
52 mm
50 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
12:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
40 Kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
122.5 PS/tonne
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
16.55s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.14s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks (37 mm)
Telescopic Front Forks Dia 41 mm With Anti Friction Bush, Travel - 210 mm
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Rectangular Swingarm With 10 Steps Adjustable Gas Charged Monoshock, Linkage Travel - 205 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 :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-21 inch,Rear :-18 inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
795 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2254*872*1230 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1446 mm
Length
1989 mm
2254 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
220 mm
Height
1050 mm
1230 mm
Width
743 mm
872 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
168 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Semi Double Cradle Of High Tensil Steel
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
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
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
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
6500 Kms/240 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
12500 Kms/420 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
Hero XPulse 210
  • The larger motor’s extra performance is really useful when riding on off-road trails
  • Slim and lightweight - makes it very easy to manage
  • Ride quality at slow speeds is great
Hero XPulse 210
  • Still not great for long distance highway travel - engine sounds busy at 100kmph
  • Rear suspension feels a bit stiff at higher speeds
  • TFT console is difficult to read under direct sunlight
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Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Hero XPulse 210?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 S is cheaper than Hero XPulse 210 by ₹28,456.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Hero XPulse 210?
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 Base version, 210 cc Petrol engine of XPulse 210 produces 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.7 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque

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