Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Xtreme 160R 4V

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs. 1.16 Lakh, which is Rs. 13,587 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Xtreme 160R 4V, priced at Rs. 1.30 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 offers a claimed 47 kmpl, while the Xtreme 160R 4V delivers 48 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 uses a 164.82cc engine producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Xtreme 160R 4V a 163.2cc engine producing 16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 and Xtreme 160R 4V, the Xtreme 160R 4V is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Pulsar N160 stands out for affordability.

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Pulsar N160 vs Xtreme 160R 4V Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160Hero Xtreme 160R 4V
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.16 LakhRs. 1.30 Lakh
Mileage 47 kmpl48 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc163.2 cc
Max power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg146 Kg

Pulsar N160 vs Xtreme 160R 4V Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 SD USD Single SeatHero Xtreme 160R 4V Standard
Rating
445 reviews
50 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.16 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI 4 Stroke, Air-Oil Cooled, 4 Valve
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R 4V 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. 3,468 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,734 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,641 Pulsar N160 Insurance Rs. 10,870 Xtreme 160R 4V Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
113 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-Oil Cooled, 4 Valve
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
163.2 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
14.6 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
58 mm
66.5 mm
Stroke
62.38 mm
47.0 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
10.1:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
47 kmpl
48 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
16.55s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
18.64m
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
106 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
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
KYB USD Forks, 37 mm Dia
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
7 Step Adjustable Monoshock

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 :- 130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
795 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2029*793*1052 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
1333 mm
Length
1989 mm
2029 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1050 mm
1052 mm
Width
743 mm
793 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
146 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Tubular Underbone Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
Monochrome LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Panic Brake Alert
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
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
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
6500 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
12500 Kms/360 Days
4th Service
Not Available
18500 Kms

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
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 4V
  • More tractable than before
  • Great suspension tuning
  • Comfortable and upright 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 4V
  • Not so affordable anymore
  • Performance isn't as exciting
  • Console is difficult to read in harsh sunlight

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 Better Than Hero Xtreme 160R 4V?

50% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over Hero Xtreme 160R 4V in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 813 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Hero Xtreme 160R 4V 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 4V 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 Xtreme 160R 4V Pulsar N160
Mileage 4.3 3.7
Performance 4.5 4.4
Comfort 4.4 4.1
Maintenance 4.1 3.8
Features 4.4 4.2
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R 4V?
Bajaj Pulsar N160 has out rated Hero Xtreme 160R 4V on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R 4V?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper than Hero Xtreme 160R 4V by ₹13,587.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 160R 4V?
For the SD USD 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 Standard version, 163.2 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 160R 4V produces 16.9 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 14.6 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N160 has better performance.

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