Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Hero Xtreme 250R

Last Updated: August 30, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 S price starts at Rs. 1.34 Lakh, which is Rs. 39,140 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Xtreme 250R, priced at Rs. 1.73 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 S offers a claimed 44 kmpl, while the Xtreme 250R delivers 37 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Xtreme 250R a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and Xtreme 250R, the Pulsar N160 S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Xtreme 250R stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N160 S vs Xtreme 250R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SHero Xtreme 250R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.34 LakhRs. 1.73 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl37 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc249.03 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg167.7 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs Xtreme 250R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S SHero Xtreme 250R STD
Rating
1 review
7 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.43 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.73 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 30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 4,974 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,088 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 11,593 Xtreme 250R 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
130 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, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
249.03 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
73 mm
Stroke
52 mm
59.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
12:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
37 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
Not Available
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)
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable

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 :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
806 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2023*828*1062 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1357 mm
Length
1989 mm
2023 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
167 mm
Height
1050 mm
1062 mm
Width
743 mm
828 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
11.5 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
167.7 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Steel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
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
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
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
Panic Brake, Adjustable Levers, Phone Mirroring
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Document Storage
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
WiFi,Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
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
Yes
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
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

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 Xtreme 250R
  • Great performance across the rev range
  • Quick and easy handling around corners
  • Most affordable 250cc bike in India
  • Looks really aggressive and unique
Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Tall and wide fuel tank can make flat-footing the bike difficult for shorter riders
  • Brakes could do with sharper initial bite
  • The LCD console feels cluttered and dated
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Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 S is cheaper than Hero Xtreme 250R by ₹39,140.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R?
For the S 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 STD version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque

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