2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs 2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450

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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.

2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
0 pts
Top on paper
2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450
100 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

Best fit here
2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
61.8 pts
2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450
43.4 pts

Touring / long rides

2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
34.5 pts
Best fit here
2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450
72.3 pts

Sporty riding

2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
19.8 pts
Best fit here
2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450
92.7 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z
74.7 pts
2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450
25.3 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 Lowest seat here
  • 2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450 90 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 9.5 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 40 hp (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z) up to 63 hp (2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450).
  • Torque spans 35 Nm (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z) up to 65 Nm (2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450).
  • Weight spans 107.6 kg (2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450) to 176 kg (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z).
  • Displacement spans 400 cc (2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z) to 450 cc (2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450).

Reader votes so far — total 6: 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z (3); 2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450 (3).

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z HUSQVARNA FS 450
Brand BAJAJ HUSQVARNA
Model Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z HUSQVARNA FS 450
Engine size 400cc 450cc
Power 40hp 63hp
Torque 35nm. 65nm.
Cylinders / valves Single cylinder, 4 valves Single cylinder, 4 valves
Weight 176kg 107.6kg
Front brake Disk ABS Brembo 310 mm Disc brake
Rear brake Disk ABS Brembo Disc Brake
Seat height (cm) 80,5cm 90cm
Front tyre 110/70 r17 Metzeler Racetec SM K1 125/75 R420
Rear tyre 140/70 r17 165/55 R420
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Inverted fork 43mm suspension WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear suspension Monoshock suspension WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Motorcycle type Naked Cross
Top speed 165km/h 180km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 12 L – 4 L/100km 7.2 L – 3.8 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $2500 $11499
Brand price lists View BAJAJ price list View HUSQVARNA price list
Extra features

-Traction Control

-Redesigned with Navigation

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

-Map select switch, traction and launch control

-Start/stop switch

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2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs 2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450: listed specifications

The 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z and 2024 HUSQVARNA FS 450 differ on the listed specifications: the FS 450 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.

Engine displacement

FS 450 has a larger listed engine displacement (450 cc vs 400 cc).

Peak power

FS 450 has a clear listed power advantage (63 hp vs 40 hp).

Torque

FS 450 has a clear listed torque advantage (65 Nm vs 35 Nm).

Listed top speed

FS 450 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (180 km/h vs 165 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

FS 450 is notably lighter on the listed weight (107.6 kg vs 176 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: FS 450 is listed higher (90 cm) than Pulsar NS400 Z (80.5 cm).

Conclusion

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z vs HUSQVARNA FS 450?

HUSQVARNA FS 450 is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph) vs 165 km/h (103 mph) for Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.

Which has more horsepower, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or HUSQVARNA FS 450?

HUSQVARNA FS 450 has 63 hp compared with 40 hp on the Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.

Which is lighter, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or HUSQVARNA FS 450?

HUSQVARNA FS 450 is lighter at 108 kg vs 176 kg for Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z.

Which is better, Bajaj Pulsar NS400 Z or HUSQVARNA FS 450?

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.