Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF

Last Updated: November 7, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs. 1.18 Lakh, which is Rs. 24,455 cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki Gixxer SF, priced at Rs. 1.42 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 offers a claimed 47 kmpl, while the Gixxer SF delivers 45 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 uses a 164.82cc engine producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Gixxer SF a 155cc engine producing 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 and Gixxer SF, the Pulsar N160 is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Pulsar N160 vs Gixxer SF Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160Suzuki Gixxer SF
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.18 LakhRs. 1.42 Lakh
Mileage 47 kmpl45 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc155 cc
Max power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg148 Kg

Pulsar N160 vs Gixxer SF Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 SD USD Single SeatSuzuki Gixxer SF STD
Rating
455 reviews
10 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.18 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.42 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI 4-Cycle, 1-Cylinder, Air Cooled
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
Suzuki Gixxer SF 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 Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,521 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,098 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,671 Pulsar N160 Insurance Rs. 11,082 Gixxer SF Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
113 kmph
125 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-Cycle, 1-Cylinder, Air Cooled
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
58 mm
56 mm
Stroke
62.38 mm
62.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.3 ± 0.3 :1
9.8:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
47 kmpl
45 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)
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
Swing Arm

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 :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
795 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
2.4 L
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2025*715*1035 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
1340 mm
Length
1989 mm
2025 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1050 mm
1035 mm
Width
743 mm
715 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
148 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
Not Available

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

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Diamond
Digital Display Type
Monochrome LCD
LCD Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
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
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Suzuki Ride Connect
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
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
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Kms /45 Days
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
3500-4000 Kms/120-135 Days
3rd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
7500-8000 Kms/240-255 Days
4th Service
Not Available
11500-12000 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
Bajaj Pulsar N160
  • Engine is very refined and tractable
  • Sporty and confidence-inspiring handling
  • Only bike with dual-channel ABS in the 160cc segment
Suzuki Gixxer SF
  • Sporty styling, Fantastic fit and finish levels, Great handling dynamics
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
Suzuki Gixxer SF
  • Expensive!, Brakes lack bite and feedback, BS6 update has dropped performance

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 Better Than Suzuki Gixxer SF?

50% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over Suzuki Gixxer SF in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 766 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Suzuki Gixxer SF on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
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 Gixxer SF
Mileage 4.3 4.3
Performance 4.5 4.7
Comfort 4.4 4.5
Maintenance 4.2 3.5
Safety 0.2 2.3
Features 4.4 1.8
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper than Suzuki Gixxer SF by ₹24,455.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF?
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 STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of Gixxer SF produces 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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