Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Last Updated: September 23, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z price starts at Rs. 1.86 Lakh, which is Rs. 40,742 cheaper than the base variant of Husqvarna Vitpilen 250, priced at Rs. 2.27 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS400Z uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Vitpilen 250 a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS400Z and Vitpilen 250, the Pulsar NS400Z is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the Vitpilen 250 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar NS400Z vs Vitpilen 250 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZHusqvarna Vitpilen 250
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.86 LakhRs. 2.27 Lakh
Mileage Not Available31 kmpl
Engine 349.13 cc249.07 cc
Max power 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm31 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg163.8 Kg

Pulsar NS400Z vs Vitpilen 250 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDHusqvarna Vitpilen 250 Gen 2
Rating
2 reviews
56 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Husqvarna
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.86 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm 31 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 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. 5,560 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,209 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,818 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 12,503 Vitpilen 250 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
150 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder
Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
349.13 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm
31 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
25 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
Not Available
72 mm
Stroke
Not Available
61.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
31 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
247.1 PS/tonne
189
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm Upside Down Fork
WP Apex USD forks, 43mm diameter
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock With Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable
WP Apex monoshock preload adjustable

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Apollo
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.7 L
Wheelbase
1346 mm
1368 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
177 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
13.5 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
163.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

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

Frame Type
Not Available
New Steel-trellis fram and subframx
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD Connectivity
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,Sports
Rain,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
3
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Hydroformed Tubular Street Fighter Style
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Cafe Racer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Kms/240 Days
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Is priced quite well
  • Makes a decent amount of power
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Build quality could’ve been better
  • Stiff rear suspension
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Should I choose another bike other than Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 due to its ground clearance?
  • Definitely not get the Vitpilen it's a fun to drive
  • First of all the GC is around 135mm and not 145mm. Secondly, it's not a problem with the bike it's a problem with the Indian roads so changing is never going to solve your problem. Better get your desired bike and drive little smart. I gave these issues in the beginning but later on learned to avoid these high breakers by some simple manuevers like side crossing and slowing down before bumps
  • Yes, If good ground is your preference and you also intrested in occasional off roading.
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Q. How comfortable Is Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250 for pillion?
  • To be Honest, it's not so comfortable
Q. Why I would choose Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 instead of KTM Duke 390? it's price is with in 2.5 lakh.
  • 1) Appealing looks 2) Top notch low range torque3) Attention grabber4) Powerful machine5) Swedish background with tons of motocross and dirt bike rally achievementsYou can't resist the urge to look at the bike once you see it, Duke is too mainstream.
  • Go with husqvarna because ktm engine . Good mileage because its a 250 cc. Its a Head turner. I own duke 390 so i kn maintaining it is a hard task.
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 by ₹40,742.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?
For the STD version, 349.13 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS400Z produces 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Gen 2 version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of Vitpilen 250 produces 31 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has better performance.

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