Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Yamaha FZ-S Fi

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs. 1.16 Lakh, which is Rs. 14,738 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha FZ-S Fi, priced at Rs. 1.31 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N160 offers a claimed 47 kmpl, while the FZ-S Fi delivers 60 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N160 uses a 164.82cc engine producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm and the FZ-S Fi a 149cc engine producing 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N160 and FZ-S Fi, the Pulsar N160 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the FZ-S Fi stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N160 vs FZ-S Fi Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160Yamaha FZ-S Fi
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.16 LakhRs. 1.31 Lakh
Mileage 47 kmpl60 kmpl
Engine 164.82 cc149 cc
Max power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Kerb weight 151 Kg137 Kg

Pulsar N160 vs FZ-S Fi Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N160 SD USD Single SeatYamaha FZ-S Fi STD
Rating
445 reviews
10 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.16 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 Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Max Power 16 PS @ 8750 rpm 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 Colors
Yamaha FZ-S Fi 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. 3,471 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,770 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,287 Pulsar N160 Insurance Rs. 7,038 FZ-S Fi Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
113 kmph
115 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve
Engine Displacement
164.82 cc
149 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm
12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
58 mm
57.3 mm
Stroke
62.38 mm
57.9 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
9.6 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
47 kmpl
60 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
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)
Telescopic fork
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
7-Step Adjustable Monocross

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 :-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
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1989*743*1050 mm3
2000*780*1080 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
1330 mm
Length
1989 mm
2000 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1050 mm
1080 mm
Width
743 mm
780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
151 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
Monochrome LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
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
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
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
Yamaha FZ-S Fi
  • The TFT console is feature packed with smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation
  • The starter motor generator improves the bike’s performance
  • The light kerb weight of 138kg is quite easy to manage
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
Yamaha FZ-S Fi
  • Priced a bit high when compared to segment rivals
  • Only offered in two colour schemes, limiting choice

Is Bajaj Pulsar N160 Better Than Yamaha FZ-S Fi?

50% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N160 over Yamaha FZ-S Fi in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 764 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Yamaha FZ-S Fi 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 and features in your bike. But Yamaha FZ-S Fi is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
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 FZ-S Fi Pulsar N160
Mileage 4.3 4.1
Performance 4.5 4.6
Comfort 4.4 5.0
Maintenance 4.1 5.0
Safety 0.1 2.5
Features 4.4 2.5
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Yamaha FZ-S Fi?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and features in your bike. But Yamaha FZ-S Fi is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Yamaha FZ-S Fi?
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper than Yamaha FZ-S Fi by ₹14,738.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Yamaha FZ-S Fi?
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, 149 cc Petrol engine of FZ-S Fi produces 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm of power and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N160 has better performance.

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