Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160

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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.

Bajaj Pulsar N160
9 pts
Top on paper
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
91 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

Bajaj Pulsar N160
47.1 pts
Best fit here
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
67.4 pts

Touring / long rides

Bajaj Pulsar N160
43.3 pts
Best fit here
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
66 pts

Sporty riding

Bajaj Pulsar N160
29.8 pts
Best fit here
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
83.7 pts

New rider friendly

Bajaj Pulsar N160
45.4 pts
Best fit here
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
60.8 pts

Seat height (cm)

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

  • Bajaj Pulsar N160 80 cm Lowest seat here
  • Bajaj Pulsar NS160 80 cm Lowest seat here

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.

  • Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
  • Torque spans 16 Nm (Bajaj Pulsar N160) up to 17 Nm (Bajaj Pulsar NS160).
  • Weight spans 152 kg (Bajaj Pulsar NS160) to 154 kg (Bajaj Pulsar N160).
  • Engine sizes are very close.

Reader votes so far — total 3: Bajaj Pulsar N160 (1); Bajaj Pulsar NS160 (2).

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N160 Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Brand BAJAJ BAJAJ
Model Bajaj Pulsar N160 Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Engine size 150cc 150cc
Power 14.6hp 14.6hp
Torque 16nm. 17nm.
Cylinders / valves Single cylinder, 4 valves Single cylinder, 4 valves
Weight 154kg 152kg
Front brake Dual Channel ABS 300 mm, Disc, Dual Channel ABS Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc
Rear brake Dual Channel ABS 230 mm, Disc, Dual Channel ABS 230 mm Disc(ABS)
Seat height (cm) 80cm 80cm
Front tyre 100/80-17 Tubeless 100/80-17 52 P Tubeless
Rear tyre 130/70-17 Tubeless 130/70-17 62 P Tubeless
Cooling Oil cooled Oil cooled
Front suspension Dual Channel ABS Telescopic, 37 mm Up Side Down Fork
Rear suspension Monoshock with Nitrox Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Motorcycle type Naked Naked
Top speed 135km/h 138km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 14 L – 3.1 L/100km 12 L – 3.2 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price Price not listed. Price not listed.
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2023 Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs 2023 Bajaj Pulsar NS160: listed specifications

The 2023 Bajaj Pulsar N160 and 2023 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 are closely matched on the listed specifications that can be compared.

Engine displacement

Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160 have very similar engine displacement (150 cc vs 150 cc).

Peak power

Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160 have very similar peak power (14.6 hp vs 14.6 hp).

Torque

Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160 have very similar listed torque (16 Nm vs 17 Nm).

Listed top speed

Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160 have very similar listed top speeds (135 km/h vs 138 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as oil-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160 have very similar listed weights (154 kg vs 152 kg). Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160 have very similar seat heights (80 cm vs 80 cm).

Conclusion

The listed specifications that can be compared remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is listed at 138 km/h (86 mph) vs 135 km/h (84 mph) for Bajaj Pulsar N160.

Which has more horsepower, Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

Both are rated at 15 hp in our database.

Which is lighter, Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is lighter at 152 kg vs 154 kg for Bajaj Pulsar N160.

Which is better, Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

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.