2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs CF MOTO 250SR

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
85 pts
CF MOTO 250SR
15 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
36.5 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 250SR
70.2 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
91.7 pts
CF MOTO 250SR
14.3 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
93.8 pts
CF MOTO 250SR
25 pts

New rider friendly

2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
16.1 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 250SR
81.3 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z 80.5 cm Tallest seat here
  • CF MOTO 250SR 78 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 27.8 hp (CF MOTO 250SR) up to 40 hp (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z).
  • Torque spans 22 Nm (CF MOTO 250SR) up to 35 Nm (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z).
  • Weight spans 165 kg (CF MOTO 250SR) to 176 kg (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z).
  • Displacement spans 250 cc (CF MOTO 250SR) to 400 cc (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z).

Reader votes so far — total 6: 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z (5); CF MOTO 250SR (1).

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z CF MOTO 250SR
Brand BAJAJ CF MOTO
Model Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z CF MOTO 250SR
Engine size 400cc 250cc
Power 40hp 27.8hp
Torque 35nm. 22nm.
Cylinders / valves Single cylinder, 4 valves Single cylinder, 4 valves
Weight 176kg 165kg
Front brake Disk ABS 292mm disc with 4-piston caliper (CF MOTO calipers)
Rear brake Disk ABS 220mm disc with single-piston caliper ABS (CF MOTO calipers)
Seat height (cm) 80,5cm 78cm
Front tyre 110/70 r17 110/70-17 (CST)
Rear tyre 140/70 r17 140/60-17 (CST)
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Inverted fork 43mm suspension 37mm inverted fork telescopic
Rear suspension Monoshock suspension Single central shock absorber
Motorcycle type Naked Supersport
Top speed 165km/h 161km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 12 L – 4 L/100km 13 L – 3.5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $2500 $3949
Brand price lists View BAJAJ price list View CF MOTO price list
Extra features

-Traction Control

-Redesigned with Navigation

-Head design similar to Pulsar N250, with added daytime LEDs

-Euro5, Slipper Clutch

-Ghost display, Navigation, Bluetooth Connectivity

-Power modes: Sport and Economic

-Bosch EFI, Continental ABS

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2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs 2023 CF MOTO 250SR: listed specifications

The 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z and 2023 CF MOTO 250SR differ on the listed specifications: the Pulsar NS400 Z has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the 250SR has a lower listed weight.

Engine displacement

Pulsar NS400 Z has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (400 cc vs 250 cc).

Peak power

Pulsar NS400 Z has a clear listed power advantage (40 hp vs 27.8 hp).

Torque

Pulsar NS400 Z has a clear listed torque advantage (35 Nm vs 22 Nm).

Listed top speed

Pulsar NS400 Z and 250SR have very similar listed top speeds (165 km/h vs 161 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

250SR has a modest listed weight advantage (165 kg vs 176 kg). 250SR has a lower listed seat height (78 cm vs 80.5 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while listed top speed remains relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs CF MOTO 250SR?

Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z is listed at 165 km/h (103 mph) vs 161 km/h (100 mph) for CF MOTO 250SR.

Which has more horsepower, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or CF MOTO 250SR?

Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z has 40 hp compared with 28 hp on the CF MOTO 250SR.

Which is lighter, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or CF MOTO 250SR?

CF MOTO 250SR is lighter at 165 kg vs 176 kg for Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.

Which is better, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or CF MOTO 250SR?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.