Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Vespa 125

Last Updated: October 20, 2026

Vespa 125 price starts at Rs. 1.28 Lakh, which is Rs. 8,838 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 125 delivers 37.5 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and 125, the Pulsar N160 S is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the 125 stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N160 S vs 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SVespa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.37 LakhRs. 1.28 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl37.5 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc124.45 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg115 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDVespa 125 Single Tone
Rating
2 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.28 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Vespa 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 4,098 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,695 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,996 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 6,988 125 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
86 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
124.45 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
CVT
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
52 mm
Stroke
52 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
37.5 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
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)
Aircraft derived hydralic single side arm from suspension with Anti Dive characteristics
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-110/70-11, Rear :-120/70-10
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF And Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
1.85 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
700 ml
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1290 mm
Length
1989 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
Not Available
Height
1050 mm
1140 mm
Width
743 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
7.4 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
280 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
140 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
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Not Available
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
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
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Vespa 125
  • The design and styling really makes the scooter look amazing
  • The 125cc engine offers good power and performance
  • The features list is quite decent and covers all the essentials
Vespa 125
  • The pricing is a bit too high
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Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Vespa 125?
The Vespa 125 is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N160 S by ₹8,838.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Vespa 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 Single Tone version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of 125 produces 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm of torque

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