Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Yamaha R15S

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 S price starts at Rs. 1.34 Lakh, which is Rs. 23,859 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha R15S, priced at Rs. 1.57 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 S offers a claimed 44 kmpl, while the R15S delivers 40 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 S uses a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm and the R15S a 155cc engine producing 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 S and R15S, the Pulsar N160 S is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the R15S stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N160 S vs R15S Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 SYamaha R15S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.34 LakhRs. 1.57 Lakh
Mileage 44 kmpl40 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc155 cc
Max power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg142 Kg

Pulsar N160 S vs R15S Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STDYamaha R15S STD
Rating
1 review
1296 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.34 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.57 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Yamaha R15S 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. 4,534 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,935 Pulsar N160 S Insurance Rs. 11,336 R15S 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
144 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
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
63.5 mm
58 mm
Stroke
52 mm
58.7 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
TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
Compression Ratio
Not Available
11.6:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
44 kmpl
40 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)
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monocross (link suspension)

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-100/80-17 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
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
815 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.2 L
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
1990*725*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1348 mm
1325 mm
Length
1989 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
170 mm
Height
1050 mm
1135 mm
Width
743 mm
725 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
11 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 4AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Single Welded
Deltabox
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
Not Available
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
Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
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
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
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
9000 Kms/270 Days
4th Service
Not Available
13000 Kms

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 R15S
  • More affordable and comfortable than the R15 V4, Variable Valve Actuation ensures the engine has enough grunt for everyday situations, Standard rear radial tyre, with optional grippy Metzelers
Yamaha R15S
  • Fit and finish levels could have been better, The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Vs Yamaha R15S FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Yamaha R15S?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 S is cheaper than Yamaha R15S by ₹23,859.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 S vs Yamaha R15S?
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, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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