Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Yamaha FZ-RAVE

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Yamaha FZ-RAVE price starts at Rs. 1.25 Lakh, which is Rs. 8,881 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 FZ-RAVE delivers 56 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the FZ-RAVE a 149cc engine producing 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and FZ-RAVE, the FZ-RAVE 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 FZ-RAVE Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SYamaha FZ-RAVE
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.34 LakhRs. 1.25 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl56 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc149 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg136 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs FZ-RAVE Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S SYamaha FZ-RAVE STD
Rating
1 review
1 review
Brand Name Bajaj Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. To Be Announced Check On Road Price Rs. 1.25 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Yamaha FZ-RAVE 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 Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,590 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 7,198 FZ-RAVE Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
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
Air Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
149 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
57.3 mm
Stroke
52 mm
57.9 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
9.6:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
56 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)
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Swingarm

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 :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/60-17
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
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
1990*780*1080 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1330 mm
Length
1989 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1050 mm
1080 mm
Width
743 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
136 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 3AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Diamond
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
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
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Document Storage
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
WiFi,Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
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
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Yamaha FZ-RAVE
  • Decently-powerful 150cc motor
  • Looks quite sporty for a commuter bike
  • Gets single channel ABS
Yamaha FZ-RAVE
  • Misses out on smartphone connectivity
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Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Yamaha FZ-RAVE?
The Yamaha FZ-RAVE is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N160 S by ₹8,881.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Yamaha FZ-RAVE?
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, 149 cc Petrol engine of FZ-RAVE produces 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque

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