Bajaj Pulsar NS160

Bajaj showcased its first flex-fuel bike, the Pulsar NS160, at Auto Expo 2023. Here’s how green this Plusar can be.

The Pulsar NS160 was Bajaj’s response to the booming 160cc sporty streetfighter segment. It features a similar styling to its bigger sibling, the Pulsar NS200 while offering a balance of performance and efficiency, thanks to its smaller heart.

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in a single variant and is priced at Rs 1,25,114 (ex-showroom Delhi). It is offered in Metallic Pearl White, Burnt Red, Satin Blue, and Pewter Grey colourways. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Features

The Pulsar NS160 gets a sharp, aggressive streetfighter aesthetic with a muscular mass-forward look. It gets a halogen headlamp with pilot lamps and a semi-digital instrument cluster. The raised clip-on handlebars and split seats ensure a comfortable yet slightly sporty riding position. To keep costs in check, Bajaj has equipped the Pulsar NS160 with single-channel ABS. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Engine

The Pulsar NS160 is powered by a 160.3cc air-/oil-cooled motor with fuel-injection, delivering 17.2PS at 9,000rpm and 14.6Nm at 7250rpm, paired to a 5-speed gearbox. This is 1.7PS more than its BS4 iteration. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Suspension and Brakes

The Pulsar NS160 gets a perimeter frame, and the suspension duties are handled by a conventional telescopic fork and a preload adjustable monoshock. Its braking setup consists of a single 260mm petal disc up front and a 230mm disc at the rear, with the safety net of single-channel ABS. The bike’s 17-inch alloys are wrapped with 90/90-section front and 120/80-section rear tyres. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Rivals

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 competes with the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Suzuki Gixxer, Yamaha FZ-S V3, and Hero Xtreme 160R. But as far as pricing is concerned, the bike will also compete with the TVS Apache 180.