Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs Triumph Trident 800

Last Updated: October 14, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 price starts at Rs. 99,622, which is Rs. 10.50 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Trident 800, priced at Rs. 11.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar NS 125 offers a claimed 64.75 kmpl, while the Trident 800 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS 125 uses a 124.45cc engine producing 12 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Trident 800 a 798cc engine producing 115 PS @ 10750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS 125 and Trident 800, the Pulsar NS 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Trident 800 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar NS 125 vs Trident 800 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS 125Triumph Trident 800
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 99,622Rs. 11.50 Lakh
Mileage 64.75 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 124.45 cc798 cc
Max power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm115 PS @ 10750 rpm
Kerb weight 144 Kg198 Kg

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Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 BTTriumph Trident 800 STD
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Brand Name Bajaj Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 99,622 Check On Road Price Rs. 11.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine Liquid-cooled, inline 3-cylinder, 12 valve, DOHC
Max Power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm 115 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Colors
Triumph Trident 800 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
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 Single Channel Not Available
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,978 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 31,487 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,442 Pulsar NS 125 Insurance Trident 800 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
103 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Liquid-cooled, inline 3-cylinder, 12 valve, DOHC
Engine Displacement
124.45 cc
798 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
12 PS @ 8500 rpm
115 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 7000 rpm
84 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Bore
52 mm
78 mm
Stroke
58.6 mm
55.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10+/- 0.5 : 1
13.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
64.75 kmpl
21.27 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
25.85s
Not Available
0-40 Kmph (sec)
3.28s
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
83.3
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
64.75 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
56.46 kmpl
Not Available
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
3.28s
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
45-50 kmpl
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
7.81s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
10.53s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Showa 41 mm Upside-down BP-SFF forks, compression and rebound damping, Wheel travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Mono shocks
Showa monoshock RSU, with adjustable preload and rebound damping, Wheel travel - 130 mm

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 :-80/100-17 Rear :-110/90-17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
805 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2012*810*1078 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1353 mm
1402 mm
Length
2012 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
179 mm
Not Available
Height
1078 mm
1088 mm
Width
810 mm
815 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
144 Kg
198 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
240 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Perimeter
Tubular steel perimeter frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Kms /45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 Kms /365 days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
Not Available
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Q. Which is better between Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and TVS Raider?
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 packs a peppy engine, is fun to ride, and could be the perfect beginner bike for you. The entry-level NS125 could be the perfect platform for those graduating from a scooter, and yearning to learn the ropes. On the other hand, TVS Raider's styling, features and performance will excite youngsters, and for someone looking at their first motorcycle, the Raider does make good sense. TVS has gone the smarter route, keeping a thrilling ride experience as the USP, instead of a purely commuter-centric approach. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Duke 125 vs ns 125 which is better.?
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 follows the same design ethos as its other NS siblings. The same wolf-inspired headlamp, muscular tank, chunky body, and split-seat setup make their way into the NS125. However, blame it on the skinny tyres and a slim telescopic fork, the proportions of the bike do not seem quite right. Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is powered by 124.4 cc engine.This Pulsar NS 125 engine generates a power of 11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Ns125 bater than glamour 125 bike.
  • Both Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and Hero Glamour are good with their own forte. Bajaj pulsar offers the practicality of the Hero and Honda bikes, without compromising on the cool quotient or being too heavy on the pocket. On the other hand, Hero has done well to keep the Glamour BS6’s pricing in check during the BS4 to BS6 transition given the fact that the BS4 Glamour already had Fi. With the new pricing, the Hero is still one of the expensive 125cc motorcycles out there but it undercuts the Honda SP 125 by around Rs 5,000. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs Hero Glamour
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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Triumph Trident 800 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs Triumph Trident 800?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is cheaper than Triumph Trident 800 by ₹10.50 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs Triumph Trident 800?
For the BT version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS 125 produces 12 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 798 cc Petrol engine of Trident 800 produces 115 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 84 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque

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