Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: October 18, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z price starts at Rs. 1.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 41,285 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS400Z uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40 PS @ 9000 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS400Z and YZF-R2, the Pulsar NS400Z is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the YZF-R2 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar NS400Z vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.90 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Engine 349.13 cc204 cc
Max power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg149 Kg

Pulsar NS400Z vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
2 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,679 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,333 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,885 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 12,580 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
349.13 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40 PS @ 9000 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
33 Nm @ 7500 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
66 mm
Stroke
Not Available
59.6 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
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Anti-lock Braking System

Power to Weight Ratio
229 PS/tonne
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm Upside Down Fork
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock With Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Make
Apollo
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1346 mm
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
Not Available
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

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

Frame Type
Not Available
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
3
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Panic Brake Alert
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Handlebar type
Hydroformed Tubular Street Fighter Style
Not Available
Document Storage
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Better Than Yamaha YZF-R2?

57% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z over Yamaha YZF-R2 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 6 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and Yamaha YZF-R2 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 NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
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 NS400Z YZF-R2
Mileage 3.0 5.0
Performance 5.0 3.0
Comfort 4.0 5.0
Maintenance 3.0 5.0
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹41,285.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the STD version, 349.13 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS400Z produces 40 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 33 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has better performance.

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