Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs TVS Raider

Last Updated: October 1, 2026

TVS Raider price starts at Rs. 84,460, which is Rs. 49,051 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar N160 S, priced at Rs. 1.34 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 S offers a claimed 44 kmpl, while the Raider delivers 67 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the Raider a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and Raider, the Raider 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 Raider Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 STVS Raider
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.34 LakhRs. 84,460
Mileage 44 kmpl67 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc124.8 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg124 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDTVS Raider Drum
Rating
2 reviews
763 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.34 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 84,460 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Braking Type Not Available Synchronized 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 Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,990 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,433 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,935 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 6,343 Raider Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
3
Claimed Top Speed
114 kmph
95 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
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
124.8 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
53.5 mm
Stroke
52 mm
55.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Control Unit

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
67 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
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
71.94 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
65.44 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
50-55 kmpl
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
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged

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 :-100/90 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1326 mm
Length
1989 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1050 mm
1028 mm
Width
743 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
124 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Single Cradle Tubular Frame
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
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Yes
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
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Intelligo
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500 ~ 18000 kms/548 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
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs TVS Raider?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N160 S by ₹49,051.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs TVS Raider?
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 Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

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