Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Honda Hornet 2.0

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 S price starts at Rs. 1.34 Lakh, which is Rs. 16,089 cheaper than the base variant of Honda Hornet 2.0, priced at Rs. 1.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 S offers a claimed 44 kmpl, while the Hornet 2.0 delivers 57.35 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Hornet 2.0 a 184.40cc engine producing 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and Hornet 2.0, the Pulsar N160 S is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Hornet 2.0 stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N160 S vs Hornet 2.0 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SHonda Hornet 2.0
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.34 LakhRs. 1.50 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl57.35 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc184.40 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg142 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs Hornet 2.0 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDHonda Hornet 2.0 STD
Rating
1 review
56 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.34 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Honda Hornet 2.0 Colors
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 Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,990 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,310 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,935 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 11,206 Hornet 2.0 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
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, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
184.40 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
15.7 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
61 mm
Stroke
52 mm
63.096 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
9.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
57.35 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
12.91s
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
17.04m
Power to Weight Ratio
122.5 PS/tonne
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
57.35 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
55.77 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
30.05m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
50.62m
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
16.55s
5.23s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
8.14s
7.08s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks (37 mm)
Upside Down Fork (USD)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
29 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-140/70-17
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
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
1.9 L
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2034*783*1064 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1356 mm
Length
1989 mm
2034 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
168 mm
Height
1050 mm
1064 mm
Width
743 mm
783 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
142 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
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
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
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Honda RoadSync, Range Indicator, Weather Updates, Manage Messages Via Voice Commands, Seat Length - 590 mm, Honda Selectable Torque Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/15-30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms/165-180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms/350-365 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
3 Years or 42,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
42000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Hornet 2.0
  • Looks very aggressive and sporty
  • Comes with a TFT display with switchable traction control and dual-channel ABS
Honda Hornet 2.0
  • Makes less power when compared to its rivals
  • Priced higher than its competitors
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better Hornet 2.0 & CB 300f. Mostly I have city commute and my priorities are performance and comfortable journey for rider as well as pillion. Which one should I go ?
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Vs Honda Hornet 2.0 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Honda Hornet 2.0?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 S is cheaper than Honda Hornet 2.0 by ₹16,089.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Honda Hornet 2.0?
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 STD version, 184.40 cc Petrol engine of Hornet 2.0 produces 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 15.7 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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