Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Ronin

Last Updated: November 7, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs. 1.25 Lakh, which is Rs. 6,253 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Ronin, priced at Rs. 1.31 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 offers a claimed 47 kmpl, while the Ronin recorded 42.95 kmpl in city testing. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 uses a 164.82cc engine producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Ronin a 225.9cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 and Ronin, the Pulsar N160 is the better pick for a lighter kerb weight, while the Ronin stands out for performance.

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Pulsar N160 vs Ronin Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160TVS Ronin
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.25 LakhRs. 1.31 Lakh
Mileage 47 kmpl42.95 kmpl (tested, city)
Engine 164.82 cc225.9 cc
Max power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg159 Kg

Pulsar N160 vs Ronin Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 SD USD Single SeatTVS Ronin Base - Lightning Black
Rating
455 reviews
220 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
TVS Ronin Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,722 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,768 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,784 Pulsar N160 Insurance Rs. 11,851 Ronin Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
113 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Estimated Top Speed
Not Available
120 kmph
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
225.9 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Bore
58 mm
66 mm
Stroke
62.38 mm
66 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
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
47 kmpl
Not Available
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
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
42.95 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
40.77 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
33.91m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
40-45 kmpl
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

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
Black, 41 mm USD
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
Mono Shock with 7 Step Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
795 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
311 kg
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2040*805*1170 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
1357 mm
Length
1989 mm
2040 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
181 mm
Height
1050 mm
1170 mm
Width
743 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
240 mm

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

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
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
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Rain,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Roadster Bikes
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
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Kms /45 Days
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000 Kms/550 Days

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
TVS Ronin
  • Torquey engine ensures you don’t have to shift as frequently
  • Excellent fit and finish
  • Lightweight and agile in both city traffic and highway
  • Can easily accommodate tall riders
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
TVS Ronin
  • Unimpressive highway performance
  • You’ll need to pull the front brake lever really hard for aggressive braking

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 Better Than TVS Ronin?

54% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over TVS Ronin in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1097 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 and TVS Ronin on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of comfort, 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 Ronin
Mileage 4.3 4.1
Performance 4.5 4.2
Comfort 4.4 4.3
Maintenance 4.2 3.9
Safety 0.2 0.2
Features 4.4 4.3
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Vs TVS Ronin FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Ronin?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Ronin?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper than TVS Ronin by ₹6,253.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Ronin?
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 Base - Lightning Black version, 225.9 cc Petrol engine of Ronin produces 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N160 has better performance.

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