Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs Hero Xtreme 250R

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakh, which is Rs. 6,284 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar RS200, priced at Rs. 1.79 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar RS200 offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the Xtreme 250R delivers 37 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar RS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the Xtreme 250R a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar RS200 and Xtreme 250R, the Xtreme 250R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar RS200 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar RS200 vs Xtreme 250R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar RS200Hero Xtreme 250R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.79 LakhRs. 1.73 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl37 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc249.03 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 159.5 Kg167.7 Kg

Pulsar RS200 vs Xtreme 250R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDHero Xtreme 250R STD
Rating
14 reviews
7 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R 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. 5,348 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,974 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,699 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 11,593 Xtreme 250R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
141 kmph
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
249.03 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
72 mm
73 mm
Stroke
49 mm
59.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11 ± 0.5:1
12:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
37 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic with anti-friction bush
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable

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 :-110/70-17Rear :-140/70-17
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 Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
806 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
2023*828*1062 mm3
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1357 mm
Length
2017 mm
2023 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
167 mm
Height
1075 mm
1062 mm
Width
804 mm
828 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
11.5 L
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
167.7 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
Steel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
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
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
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
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
750 kms/60 days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
6500 kms/240 days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
12500 kms/420 days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • Riding posture is comfortable
  • Engine loves to be revved high
  • Twin projector headlight provides good illumination
Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Great performance across the rev range
  • Quick and easy handling around corners
  • Most affordable 250cc bike in India
  • Looks really aggressive and unique
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Tall and wide fuel tank can make flat-footing the bike difficult for shorter riders
  • Brakes could do with sharper initial bite
  • The LCD console feels cluttered and dated

Is Hero Xtreme 250R Better Than Bajaj Pulsar RS200?

50% users have chosen Hero Xtreme 250R over Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 38 users have also rated Hero Xtreme 250R and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 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 Hero Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar RS200 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 Pulsar RS200 Xtreme 250R
Mileage 4.1 3.8
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 4.6 3.9
Maintenance 4.8 3.8
Safety 1.6 3.0
Features 3.1 1.7
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your bike. But Hero Xtreme 250R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R?
The Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar RS200 by ₹6,284.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R?
For the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar RS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has better performance.

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