Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Xtreme 160R

Bajaj Pulsar N160 Price starts at Rs. 1.16 Lakh which is Rs. 11,275 costlier than base model of Hero Xtreme 160R priced at Rs. 1.05 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar N160 is 59.11 kmpl whereas the mileage of Hero Xtreme 160R is 46 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar N160 is powered by 164.82 cc engine , while Hero Xtreme 160R is powered by 163.2 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar N160 is available in 6 different colours while Hero Xtreme 160R comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Xtreme 160R can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar N160 vs Xtreme 160R

Key Highlights Pulsar N160 Single Channel Single SeatXtreme 160R Single Disc
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 15 PS @ 8500 rpm

Pulsar N160 vs Xtreme 160R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 Single Channel Single SeatHero Xtreme 160R Single Disc
Rating
444 reviews
234 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 15 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R 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
Rs. 3,468 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,018 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,641 Pulsar N160 Insurance Rs. 10,452 Xtreme 160R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
120 kmph
115 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
BS6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
4 Stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
163.2 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
15 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
14 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
58 mm
...
Stroke
62.38 mm
...
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.3 ± 0.3 :1
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Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
...

Mileage (Overall)
59.11 kmpl
46 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
...
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
...

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
Standard Telescopic, 37 mm dia
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
7 Step Adjustable Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
...
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
...
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
...
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
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Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :- 130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
...
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2029*793*1052 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
1327 mm
Length
1989 mm
2029 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
167 mm
Height
1050 mm
1052 mm
Width
743 mm
793 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
147 Kg
139.5 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
USB charging port
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
...

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Tubular Underbone Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
LCD Connectivity
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator
...
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
...
Low battery alert
...
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Gear Position Indicator
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
...
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Service Due Indicator
...

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
...
4th Service
...
9500 Kms
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Engine is very refined and tractable
  • Sporty and confidence-inspiring handling
  • Only bike with dual-channel ABS in the 160cc segment
Hero Xtreme 160R
  • Great ride and handling
  • Sporty design
  • Good and comfortable riding ergonomics
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Rear monoshock is firm, resulting in a bouncy ride
  • Not-very extensive features list
  • Looks like a clone of the Pulsar N250
Hero Xtreme 160R
  • Less mileage compared to other 160cc motorcycles
  • Performance could have been better
  • Offers nothing special to standout in the segment

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 Better Than Hero Xtreme 160R?

58% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over Hero Xtreme 160R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1471 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Hero Xtreme 160R on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Bajaj Pulsar N160 has out rated Hero Xtreme 160R on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Pulsar N160 Xtreme 160R
Mileage 4.3 4.1
Performance 4.5 4.2
Comfort 4.4 4.1
Maintenance 4.1 4.0
Features 4.4 4.2
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike is good, Xtreme 160R or Pulsar NS 160?
  • 160R
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. The Xtreme 160R is the most exciting motorcycle to come out of the stables of Hero MotoCorp in the recent past. It has the styling, performance, and dynamics to take on the competition. However, its pricing will be crucial to make an impact on the segment. Whereas, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 BS6 might not have many tangible features to justify the price hike due to BS6 norms, it more than makes up for it with raw performance. In fact, it is the most powerful motorcycle in its segment, making it ideal for enthusiasts who prioritise performance over anything else. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is the best variant?
  • The Hero Xtreme 160R is now available in four variants: single disc, double disc, 100 Million and Stealth Edition. While the first two variants are available in Pearl Silver White, Vibrant Blue and Sports Red the 100 Million Limited Edition is available in a unique red-white-and-black combo livery. The top-spec Stealth Edition comes in Matte Black. Selecting one would depend on your personal preference of styling. We would suggest you to visit the nearest authorized dealer in your city and take a test ride for a better understanding. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - Hero Xtreme 160R Goes Stealth Mode
Q. Which bike is best, Hero Xtreme 160R or Apache RTR 160 4V?
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The Xtreme 160R is the most exciting motorcycle to come out of the stables of Hero MotoCorp in the recent past. It has the styling, performance, and dynamics to take on the competition. Hero Xtreme 160R is powered by a 163 cc engine. This Xtreme 160R engine generates a power of 15.22 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm. On the other hand, The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has been the benchmark when it comes to 160cc motorcycles. With the BS6-compliant iteration, TVS has made sure it is still as sprightly, with the '21 update making it the most powerful bike in the 160cc sporty commuter class. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is powered by a 159.7 cc engine. This Apache 160 4V engine generates a power of 17.63 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 14.73 Nm @ 7250 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R?
Bajaj Pulsar N160 has out rated Hero Xtreme 160R on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R?
The Hero Xtreme 160R is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar N160 by ₹11,275.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R?
For the Single Channel Single Seat version, 164.82 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N160 produces 16 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Single Disc version, 163.2 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 160R produces 15 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N160 has better performance.

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