Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs Honda Hornet 2.0

Last Updated: September 2, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N250 price starts at Rs. 1.45 Lakh, which is Rs. 4,322 cheaper than the base variant of Honda Hornet 2.0, priced at Rs. 1.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N250 offers a claimed 39 kmpl, while the Hornet 2.0 delivers 57.35 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N250 uses a 249.07cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Hornet 2.0 a 184.40cc engine producing 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N250 and Hornet 2.0, the Pulsar N250 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Hornet 2.0 stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N250 vs Hornet 2.0 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N250Honda Hornet 2.0
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.45 LakhRs. 1.50 Lakh
Mileage 39 kmpl57.35 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc184.40 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 164 Kg142 Kg

Pulsar N250 vs Hornet 2.0 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N250 STDHonda Hornet 2.0 STD
Rating
190 reviews
56 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.45 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N250 Colors
Honda Hornet 2.0 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 Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,342 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,310 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,133 Pulsar N250 Insurance Rs. 11,206 Hornet 2.0 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
132 kmph
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
184.40 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm
16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
15.7 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
61 mm
Stroke
61.17 mm
63.096 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.3 : 1
9.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
39 kmpl
57.35 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
12.91s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
17.04m
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
57.35 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
55.77 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
30.05m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
50.62m
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
5.23s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
7.08s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
37 mm Upside Down
Upside Down Fork (USD)
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28.5 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
29 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-: 110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
1.9 L
Gross Weight
314 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1986*745*1050 mm3
2034*783*1064 mm3
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1356 mm
Length
1986 mm
2034 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
168 mm
Height
1050 mm
1064 mm
Width
745 mm
783 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
164 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
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
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Honda RoadSync, Range Indicator, Weather Updates, Manage Messages Via Voice Commands, Seat Length - 590 mm, Honda Selectable Torque Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 2 Month
750-1000 Kms/15-30 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
5500-6000 Kms/165-180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
11500-12000 Kms/350-365 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
3 Years or 42,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
42000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar N250
  • Excellent engine performance with lots of grunt
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • 795mm seat height makes the bike accessible for shorter riders
Honda Hornet 2.0
  • Looks very aggressive and sporty
  • Comes with a TFT display with switchable traction control and dual-channel ABS
Bajaj Pulsar N250
  • Lacks features like smartphone connectivity, which are common in the segment these days
  • Could’ve gotten better build quality
Honda Hornet 2.0
  • Makes less power when compared to its rivals
  • Priced higher than its competitors

Is Bajaj Pulsar N250 Better Than Honda Hornet 2.0?

64% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N250 over Honda Hornet 2.0 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 397 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N250 and Honda Hornet 2.0 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 N250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Honda Hornet 2.0 is better on the grounds of 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 Hornet 2.0 Pulsar N250
Mileage 4.3 4.2
Performance 4.8 4.2
Comfort 4.6 3.8
Maintenance 4.5 4.0
Safety 0.2 0.3
Features 4.6 3.8
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better Hornet 2.0 & CB 300f. Mostly I have city commute and my priorities are performance and comfortable journey for rider as well as pillion. Which one should I go ?
  • The Honda CB300F offers better performance with its 293.52cc engine, while the Hornet 2.0 is more fuel-efficient with 42.3 kmpl mileage. If you prioritize power and a smooth ride, the CB300F is ideal, but for cost-effective city commuting, the Hornet 2.0 is a great choice. We recommend a test ride to find the best fit for your comfort needs. https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/honda-cb300f-vs-honda-hornet-20
Q. Hunter 350 or n 250 is good for 6 ft person?
  • Both the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Bajaj Pulsar N250 offer seat heights that can accommodate taller riders. The Hunter 350 features a seat height of 800mm, while the Pulsar N250 has a slightly taller seat height of 795mm. Both motorcycles provide comfortable ergonomics suitable for riders around 6 feet tall but it's advisable to test ride each to determine which aligns best with your comfort and riding preferences.https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/bajaj-pulsar-n250-vs-royal-enfield-hunter
Q. How is Bajaj Pulsar N250 and F250 in long rides?
  • I was on tour with my n250 to spiti and believe me this didn't even make me feel like tired or something on this long route
  • These Bajajs use an air-and-oil-cooled 2-valve, single-cylinder engine that uses 249cc of displacement for its wow quotient. Bajaj says they didn’t use triple-spark tech here as meeting BS6 norms reduces the lean air-fuel mixture combinations which the triple spark setup leveraged. There are no ride modes here either. But it is an all-new engine, sitting 10 degrees from vertical compared to 20 degrees on the P220F. It also has offset crank and bush bearings for the balancer shaft to improve efficiency and refinement. Impressively, the engine makes as much power as the NS200 - and its 21.5Nm of torque is the most we have seen on a Pulsar to date. On the road, the sound, the sensations and the performance are oh-so-220! The sound and feel of the engine have a touch of mechanical rawness. No, it isn’t rough! There’s just a bit of a pulse and roar that makes it feel very Pulsar. As promised the engine has a lot of grunts - which means you can leave it between 3000-4000 rpm for all your city duties. In 4th gear, it will pull from 25kmph easily. Yes, the Pulsar has only five gears but performance isn’t lacking, so if you are planning to do long distances even with a pillion you'll find it lets you relax on the highway as well. Along with the performance, it's the practicality of the Pulsar that has made it so appealing. Its 795m seat height lets 5’6” riders like me put both feet down flat, especially because it feels slim. 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.Read more -[2021 Bajaj Pulsar F250
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 Vs Honda Hornet 2.0 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs Honda Hornet 2.0?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Honda Hornet 2.0 is better on the grounds of safety.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs Honda Hornet 2.0?
The Bajaj Pulsar N250 is cheaper than Honda Hornet 2.0 by ₹4,322.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs Honda Hornet 2.0?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N250 produces 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 184.40 cc Petrol engine of Hornet 2.0 produces 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 15.7 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N250 has better performance.

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