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    Hero Karizma XMR 250 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160

    Should you buy Hero Karizma XMR 250 or Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Hero Karizma XMR 250 price in is Rs 2,00,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price in is Rs 1,23,694 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Karizma XMR 250 makes 30 PS and 25 Nm. On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar NS160 stand at 17 PS and 14.6 Nm respectively. whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes in 4 colours. Out of 345 user reviews, Pulsar NS160 scores 4.3 whereas the Hero Karizma XMR 250 tallies 4.8 out of 5 based on 9 user reviews..

    Karizma XMR 250 vs Pulsar NS160

    Key HighlightsKarizma XMR 250Pulsar NS160
    Mileage -40.36 kmpl
    Max Power30 PS17 PS @ 9000 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesSports Bikes
    Engine Typeliquid-cooled DOHCOil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Value FI Engine
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    Hero Karizma XMR 250 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Comparison

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          Hero Karizma XMR 250
          Hero Karizma XMR 250
            Rs2,00,000*
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                Bajaj Pulsar NS160
                Bajaj Pulsar NS160
                  Rs1,23,694*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,00,000* Onwards
                Rs.1,44,359* Onwards
                Mileage
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                40.36 kmpl
                Max Power
                30 PS
                17 PS @ 9000 rpm
                User Rating
                4.8
                Based on Hero Karizma XMR 250 Reviews
                4.3
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Reviews
                Body Type
                Sports Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 5,783
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                ₹ 4,188
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                liquid-cooled DOHC
                Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Value FI Engine
                Displacement
                250 cc
                160.3 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                Cooling System
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                Oil Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet Multiplate
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                Bore
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                58 mm
                Stroke
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                60.7 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                9.8 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                25 Nm
                14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging Port
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                Yes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                Bluetooth
                Navigation
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                Yes
                Call/SMS Alerts
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                Yes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Tachometer
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                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Seat Type
                Split
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                Clock
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                Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Distance To Empty
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                Yes
                Features and Safety
                Switchable ABSYes
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                Service Due Indicator
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                Yes
                Fuel Gauge
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                Digital
                Riding Modes
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                Yes
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
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                Yes
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
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                40.36 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
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                120 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
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                12 L
                Width
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                804 mm
                Length
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                2017 mm
                Height
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                1060 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                2.4 L
                Ground Clearance
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                170 mm
                Wheelbase
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                1372 mm
                Kerb Weight
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                152 kg
                Seat height
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                805 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running Lamps
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                Yes
                Projector HeadlightYes
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                Low Fuel IndicatorNoYes
                Distance To Empty
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                Yes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                300 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                230 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                25 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                25 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                28 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                32 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
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                Perimeter

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Karizma XMR 250
                • Pulsar NS160
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                  mohd on Dec 18, 2024
                  4.7
                  Karizma xmr 250
                  In my family most of the family members you just heroes bikes and scooters and I I have just turn 20 so my family members are planning to give me a bike Karishma xmr 250 would be a perfect bike for me because of the looking and styling I like the tail lights to so I am eagerly waiting for Karizma to launch in India
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                  adarsh on Dec 09, 2024
                  4.8
                  My first choice hero thanks hero har time update
                  I love hero mere ghar me starting se hero ke bick aati rhi hai splendor,hunk, glamour ab Karizma xmr250 ka wait Kiya ja rha hai l love hero apni bick ko har profile ke logo ke hisab se dhalne ke liye♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💘💘💘💘. Thankyou sooo much Karizma xmr 250 ke liye thankyou
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                  chalamcharla on Nov 20, 2024
                  5.0
                  Stunning and beautiful bike
                  Firstly this bike looks stunningly so good ..... it's was so nice to see this with very affordable price, milage also good ... It's really happy to see this kind of bikes are available to us .
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                  pradhap on Nov 14, 2024
                  4.5
                  Best Karizma bikes
                  Quick response super bike super handling Profemence super seat comfortable moliege ok super suspension high stable Colour design poor head light poor
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                  md on Nov 10, 2024
                  5.0
                  I LOVE KARIZMA BIKE .
                  I LOVE KARIZMA BIKE . BECAUSE I HAVE RIDE OLD KARIZMA WHICH IS LOOKING LIKE A BUSA AND AFTER MANY YEAR I GOT MY DREAM BIKE KARIZMA ON NEW THAT IS XMR
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                  unnay on Jul 03, 2026
                  3.7
                  Good bike for youngsters
                  Good handling and medium breaking, medium performance for short time city and highway riding, good sharp stylish looking naked bike, good road presence, low service charge with medium mileage 30 to 40 kmpl. Long ride comfort is not good after 100km. Wrist pain and shoulder pain, good handling bike. It's give you confidence to flicker very easily. Front break is good stopping power but too much abs kicking problem, rear brake is not good, no stopping power. Top speed after 2nd service 124 highest, mileage not that good 40 km after simple riding. If you ride aggressively, mileage can drop upto 30-25 kmpl. Can recommend this bike to the youngsters who go to college and those who want to explore many places on bike. Short time riding and some time aggressive riding and those who want naked sports bike in low cc and low service charge bike, this is good for them.
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                  rizwan on Jun 30, 2026
                  4.3
                  Excellent bike
                  My pulsar NS 160 is still in excellent condition with all documents and riding experience is awesome and bike is also fast and reliable. It also offers dual channel Abs and it has less maintenance cost and it gives immense pleasure to ride. Bike mileage is about 40 kmpl and full tank costs nearly 1k only and this is the best bike, I have ever rode in my life.
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                  gaddigesha on Jun 21, 2026
                  5.0
                  Good condition and safety also , mileage also good
                  It's good bike, whenever I bought that time onwards it's good, comfortable, smooth to ride, we can take long ride also, good mileage bike, maintenance friendly, it's a white and black combination bike and also pickup also good, its take early to pick up compared others bike totally it's a good bike.
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                  dhiman on Jan 06, 2026
                  3.8
                  good bike but need some improvements.
                  The bike is good handling and performance but the mileage is not that good, it gives me 30-35 kmpl mileage. Meanwhile, the other 160 segment bikes give more mileage and it's not that smooth at higher revs, feels too much vibration. Design is good and handling is good but not so comfortable feels pain in back and shoulder after long ride as it's sports bike.
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                  premyanshu on Dec 16, 2025
                  3.7
                  Review of my 6 years old NS160
                  I got this bike when i was 18 back in 2019, after almost 6 plus years and 30 thousand kilometres. I personally see this bike as the best value for money one can get. Apart from that this bike is still relevant after all these years. The one thing i like the most about this vehicle is its handling. If maintained well this bike gives a smooth and comfortable ride be it in city or highway. Mine is twin disc variant with single channel ABS, break bite is quick enough to react in emergency breaking situations. The only con I have noticed so far is bajaj's parts durability. Though they offer parts at cheaper rates comparatively but still it becomes a headache when you need to replace them more often. Will recommend this bike any day. For me this is a perfect package of commuter, adventure, long riding basically everything. I have done 500 kms in a single day stopped at every 100 kms for nearly 30 mins and the bike performed very well. This is a perfect bike for those who look for a all-rounder bike with low maintenance.
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                FAQs on Hero Karizma XMR 250 and Bajaj Pulsar NS160

                Q) Which bike is better Hero Karizma XMR 250 or Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

                A) As per our average user rating, Hero Karizma XMR 250 has a score of 4.8/5 while Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has rate of 4.3 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Hero Karizma XMR 250 and Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper?

                A) Hero Karizma XMR 250 price starts at Rs 2,00,000 & Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price starts at Rs 1,23,694 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper between these.
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