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    Kawasaki KLX230 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160

    Should you buy Kawasaki KLX230 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. Kawasaki KLX230 price in is Rs 1,84,000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price in is Rs 1,23,694 (ex-showroom). The engine in the KLX230 makes 19 PS and 19 Nm. On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar NS160 stand at 17 PS and 14.6 Nm respectively. Kawasaki offers the KLX230 in 3 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes in 4 colours. Out of 345 user reviews, Pulsar NS160 scores 4.3 whereas the Kawasaki KLX230 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 17 user reviews..The Kawasaki KLX230 Mileage is around 40 Kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Mileage is around 40.36 kmpl.

    KLX230 vs Pulsar NS160

    Key HighlightsKLX230Pulsar NS160
    Mileage (Overall)40 Kmpl40.36 kmpl
    Max Power19 PS17 PS @ 9000 rpm
    Body TypeDirt BikesSports Bikes
    Engine TypeAir Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC EngineOil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Value FI Engine
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    Kawasaki KLX230 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Comparison

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          Kawasaki KLX230
          Kawasaki KLX230
            Rs1,84,000*
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                Bajaj Pulsar NS160
                Bajaj Pulsar NS160
                  Rs1,23,694*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,10,504* Onwards
                Rs.1,44,359* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                40 Kmpl
                40.36 kmpl
                Max Power
                19 PS
                17 PS @ 9000 rpm
                User Rating
                4.4
                Based on Kawasaki KLX230 Reviews
                4.3
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 5,765
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                ₹ 4,188
                Get EMI offers
                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.11,784
                KLX230 Insurance
                Rs.10,770
                Pulsar NS160 Insurance
                ColoursLime GreenBattle Gray and Bright White and EbonyView All ColoursCocktail Wine RedEbony BlackPearl Metallic WhitePewter GreyView All Colours
                Brochure
                Brochure not available
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine
                Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Value FI Engine
                Displacement
                233 cc
                160.3 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Air Cooled
                Oil Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                2
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet Multi Disc, Manual
                Wet Multiplate
                Ignition
                Digital
                -
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                67 mm
                58 mm
                Stroke
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                66 mm
                60.7 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                9.4:1
                9.8 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                19 Nm
                14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging Port
                -
                Yes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYesYes
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                -
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Distance To Empty
                -
                Yes
                Features and Safety
                Switchable ABSYes
                -
                Mobile ApplicationYes
                -
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYesYes
                Real Time Mileage Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                40 Kmpl
                40.36 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                -
                120 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                7.5 L
                12 L
                Width
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                830 mm
                804 mm
                Length
                2110 mm
                2017 mm
                Height
                1160 mm
                1060 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                -
                2.4 L
                Ground Clearance
                255 mm
                170 mm
                Wheelbase
                1370 mm
                1372 mm
                Dry Weight
                136 kg
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                Kerb Weight
                139 kg
                152 kg
                Seat height
                880 mm
                805 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To Empty
                -
                Yes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
                -
                Yes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                290 mm
                300 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                230 mm
                230 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                25 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                -
                25 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                28 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                -
                32 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Perimeter, High Tensile Steel
                Perimeter

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Kawasaki KLX230

                  • Extremely lightweight
                  • Long travel suspension can easily handle offroad riding
                  • The ground clearance is quite good

                  Bajaj Pulsar NS160

                  • Handles well and changes direction quickly
                  • Now comes with smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation
                  • Styling is similar to its bigger sibling, the NS200
                • Kawasaki KLX230

                  • Power and performance could have been better

                  Bajaj Pulsar NS160

                  • One of the heaviest bikes in its class
                  • Engine isn’t refined at higher revs
                  • Pulsar N160 does almost everything that the NS160 does, at a much lower price

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • KLX230
                • Pulsar NS160
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                  sam on Aug 30, 2025
                  4.5
                  Its fun n cool
                  It is the one of best bike for stunt from my view and its colour of body is unique and is design is similar and close to an aerodynamic and its engine has more power its body structure is like galli boy but its work is like top in class very awesome and fabulous one of main thing is its silencer sounds good
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                  2 6
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                  mukeet on Aug 16, 2025
                  4.3
                  I have used this bike
                  I have used this bike from 4 years and it is like bomb.It give's good mileage.safety is better than other dirty bikes. Its used material is very good than other dirty bikes and it gives a better ride always as compared to other bikes engine is also better and gives a good mileage as compare to other bikes
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                  2 6
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                  vishnu on Aug 11, 2025
                  4.2
                  Excellent performance
                  Best one ever,that handle sets perfect with the hand,mileage is big hard ,but when it comes to pickup and riding was excellent,best one I have ever seen ,I think it’s the best dirt bike ,and have seen many bike in his segment but this is soo good , looks great and performance was excellent, the perfect dirt bike
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                  bage on Jul 23, 2025
                  3.5
                  Kawasaki klx230
                  Overall Goood, The 200cc éngine provides the good performance and the style of this bike ..i love it ...wish i could buy this someday 😁😁😁 ..cause i fricking loved this but one thing ...its showroom is not available in my place and cant travel so far distance for service and also the mileage is good
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                  abhay on Jun 22, 2025
                  5.0
                  There is so meny feature
                  Best bike There is so meny feature in this bike I also use this bike I am purchasing the from greater Noida. My friend suggested me to buy this bike .I am agree to buy the bike but so many feature and facilitate there Then I am agree to buy the bike .when I use the bike I really very happy and this is the amazing bike.
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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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                  3
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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 Kawasaki KLX230 and Bajaj Pulsar NS160

                Q) Which bike is better Kawasaki KLX230 or Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

                A) As per our average user rating, Kawasaki KLX230 has a score of 4.4/5 while Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has rate of 4.3 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Kawasaki KLX230 and Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper?

                A) Kawasaki KLX230 price starts at Rs 1,84,000 & Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price starts at Rs 1,23,694 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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