2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs KAWASAKI Z400
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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.
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
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
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
- KAWASAKI Z400 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 40 hp (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z) up to 45 hp (KAWASAKI Z400).
- Torque spans 35 Nm (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z) up to 37.2 Nm (KAWASAKI Z400).
- Weight spans 167 kg (KAWASAKI Z400) to 176 kg (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z | KAWASAKI Z400 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BAJAJ | KAWASAKI |
| Model | Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z | KAWASAKI Z400 |
| Engine size | 400cc | 400cc |
| Power | 40hp | 45hp |
| Torque | 35nm. | 37.2nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 176kg | 167kg |
| Front brake | Disk ABS | 310 mm petal discs. Single balanced actuation, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Disk ABS | 220 mm single petal disc. Dual-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 80,5cm | 78.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 r17 | 110/70R17 M/C 54H |
| Rear tyre | 140/70 r17 | 150/60R17 M/C 66H |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted fork 43mm suspension | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, gas-charged, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 165km/h | 185km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 12 L – 4 L/100km | 14 L – 3.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $2500 | $5399 |
| Brand price lists | View BAJAJ price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Traction Control -Redesigned with Navigation -Head design similar to Pulsar N250, with added daytime LEDs |
-New Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator |
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2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z400: listed specifications
The 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z and 2023 KAWASAKI Z400 are closely matched in displacement, while the Z400 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Pulsar NS400 Z and Z400 have very similar engine displacement (400 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Z400 has a modest listed power advantage (45 hp vs 40 hp).
Torque
Z400 has a modest listed torque advantage (37.2 Nm vs 35 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z400 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (185 km/h vs 165 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Z400 has a modest listed weight advantage (167 kg vs 176 kg). Z400 has a lower listed seat height (78.5 cm vs 80.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 is listed at 185 km/h (115 mph) vs 165 km/h (103 mph) for Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.
Which has more horsepower, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 has 45 hp compared with 40 hp on the Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.
Which is lighter, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 is lighter at 167 kg vs 176 kg for Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.
Which is better, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or KAWASAKI Z400?
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.
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