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Yamaha MT 15 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160

Should you buy Yamaha MT 15 or Bajaj Pulsar N160 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Yamaha MT 15 price in Delhi is Rs 169050 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N160 price in Delhi is Rs 121721 (ex-showroom). The engine in the MT 15 makes 18.4 PS and 14.1 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar N160 stand at 16 PS and 14.65 Nm respectively. Yamaha offers the MT 15 in 8 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N160 comes in 7 colours. Out of 341 user reviews, Pulsar N160 scores 4.4 whereas the Yamaha MT 15 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 1061 user reviews..The Yamaha MT 15 Mileage is around 56.87 kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar N160 Mileage is around 59.11 kmpl.

MT 15 vs Pulsar N160

Key HighlightsMT 15Pulsar N160
Mileage (City)56.87 kmpl59.11 kmpl
Max Power18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm16 PS @ 8750 rpm
Body TypeSports Naked BikesSports Bikes
Engine TypeLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve4 stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2-valve, air cooled, FI
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Yamaha MT 15 vs Bajaj Pulsar N160 Comparison

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        Yamaha MT 15
        Yamaha MT 15
        Rs1.69 Lakh*
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            Bajaj Pulsar N160
            Bajaj Pulsar N160
            Rs1.22 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price
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          Rs.2 Lakh onwards
          Rs.1.42 Lakh onwards
          Mileage (City)
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          56.87 kmpl
          59.11 kmpl
          Max Power
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          18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
          16 PS @ 8750 rpm
          User Rating
          4.5
          Based on Yamaha MT 15 Reviews
          4.4
          Based on Bajaj Pulsar N160 Reviews
          Body Type
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          EMI Starts
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          ₹ 5,799
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          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          ₹ 4,118
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          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          Insurance
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          Rs.13,349
          MT 15 Insurance
          Rs.10,737
          Pulsar N160 Insurance
          Colours
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          Metallic BlackDark Matte BlueEbony Black and Charcoal BlackHarbor grey & silverearl Metallic white & SilverRacing red & Rush red
          Brochure
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          Engine and Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
          4 stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 2-valve, air cooled, FI
          Displacement
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          155 cc
          164.82 cc
          No. of Cylinders
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          1
          1
          Cooling System
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          Liquid Cooled
          Air Cooled
          Valve Per Cylinder
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          4
          2
          Fuel Supply
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          Fuel Injection
          Fuel Injection
          Clutch
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          Wet, Multiple Disc
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          Gear Box
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          6 Speed
          5 Speed
          Bore
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          58.0 mm
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          Stroke
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          58.7 mm
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          Compression Ratio
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          11.6 :1
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          Emission Type
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          bs6-2.0
          bs6-2.0
          Max Torque
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          14.1 Nm @ 7500 rpm
          14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
          Starting
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          Self Start Only
          Self Start Only
          Features
          Instrument Console
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          Digital
          Digital
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          -
          Bluetooth
          Call/SMS Alerts
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          Yes
          USB Charging Port
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          NoYes
          Speedometer
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          Digital
          Digital
          Techometer
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          Digital
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          Tripmeter
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          Digital
          Digital
          Odometer
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          Digital
          Digital
          Additional Features Of Variant
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          E20 Compatible, Side Stand Engine Cut Off Switch, VVA, VVA Indicator, Gear Position Indicator
          Mobile Notifications
          Seat Type
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          Split
          Single
          Body Graphics
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          Yes
          -
          Clock
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          YesYes
          Passenger Footrest
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          YesYes
          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          YesYes
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          -
          Yes
          Features and Safety
          Mobile Application
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          YesYes
          Fuel Gauge
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          Digital
          Digital
          Traction Control
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          Yes
          -
          Additional Features
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          E20 Compatible, Side Stand Engine Cut Off Switch, VVA, VVA Indicator, Gear Position Indicator
          Mobile Notifications
          Real Time Mileage Indicator
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          YesYes
          Performance
          City Mileage
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          56.87 kmpl
          59.11 kmpl
          Highway Mileage
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          47.94 kmpl
          44.38 kmpl
          Overall Mileage
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          56.87 kmpl
          59.11 kmpl
          Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)
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          5.85 Sec
          16.55 Sec
          Roll-ons (40-80 kmph)
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          7.54 Sec
          8.14 Sec
          Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)
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          8.50 Sec
          9.44 Sec
          Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)
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          14.28 Sec
          16.55 Sec
          Braking (60-0 Kmph)
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          19.79 Sec
          18.64 Sec
          Braking (80-0 Kmph)
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          35.05 Sec
          33.91 Sec
          Braking (100-0 Kmph)
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          58.20 Sec
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          Top Speed
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          122 kmph
          120 kmph
          Dimensions and Capacity
          Fuel Capacity
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          10 L
          14 L
          Width
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          800 mm
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          Length
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          2015 mm
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          Height
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          1070 mm
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          Saddle Height
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          810 mm
          795 mm
          Ground Clearance
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          170 mm
          165 mm
          Wheelbase
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          1325 mm
          1348 mm
          Kerb Weight
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          141 kg
          154 kg
          Electricals
          Headlight
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          LED
          LED
          Taillight
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          LED
          LED
          Turn Signal Lamp
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          LED
          LED
          DRLs
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          -
          Yes
          Projector Headlights
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          -
          Yes
          LED Taillights
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          Yes
          -
          Low Fuel Indicator
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          YesYes
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          -
          Yes
          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          YesYes
          Tyres and Brakes
          Front Brake Diameter
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          282 mm
          300 mm
          Rear Brake Diameter
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          220 mm
          230 mm
          Underpinnings
          Frame
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          Deltabox
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          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons
          • Yamaha MT 15

            • Aggressive looks inspired by the bigger bikes in the MT lineup
            • The inverted fork allows for sporty handling
            • Extremely smooth and tractable engine

            Bajaj Pulsar N160

            • Great handling - changes direction quickly, feels stable when leaned too
            • Riding posture, although a bit sporty, is quite comfortable
            • One of the few bikes in the 160cc segment to get dual-channel ABS
            • Powerful and smooth engine
          • Yamaha MT 15

            • Fit and finish levels could have been better
            • Somewhat pricey given the performance and features it offers
            • The engine lacks power in the lower revs

            Bajaj Pulsar N160

            • Looks very similar to the smaller Pulsar N150
            • Rear suspension setup feels a bit uncomfortable, especially on sharp bumps

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          User Reviews of Comparison

          • MT 15
          • Pulsar N160
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            shoaib on Mar 20, 2025
            4.3
            IT SA A VERY GOOD
            IT SA A VERY GOOD VEHICLE AND HAVE A VERY GOOD MILAEGE AND ITS BRAKE IS VERY GOOD AND ITS MAINTAINANCE COST IS REASONABLE AND ITS LOOKS IS VERY GOOD AND SPORTY AND GOOD CC ENGINE AND ALSO VERY FAST BIKE AND THE AVAILABLE COLOURS ARE VERY GOOD IT GIVES GOOD VIBE AND OVERALL VERY GOOD
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            mithun on Mar 20, 2025
            4.3
            Superb bike
            Good milage, feels very comfortable for ride and attractive look easy to use and even good for long ride worth for 2 lakhs and easy emi option....for me this looks very good i honestly recommend this bike for my friends also.... face of the bike looks very good and even a beginner can ride this easily
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            praveen on Mar 20, 2025
            4.5
            Comfort while riding
            The best bike for Gen Z and young riders stylish, fast, and affordable. It have a modern design, powerful engine, and advanced features like digital displays and LED lights. Young riders love bikes that give them a thrilling experience on the road. However, in many sporty bikes, comfort is often sacrificed for style and speed.
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            adnan on Mar 17, 2025
            4.7
            I've been riding MT15
            I've been riding MT15 for a while now and it has been an incredible experience. This was my first bike which I bought brand new. I've mostly ridden on highways and managed to get more than 60km/l mileage. The bike is super affordable when it comes to maintenance and performs amazingly. At home, we have a saying that MT15 is basically performance of naked sports with a mileage of splendor.
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            tushar on Mar 15, 2025
            4.7
            Awesome bike
            I love this bike. So feeling comfortable, long drives are very comfortable on this bike. The best pickup and torque, the more you accelerate the more you fast you can go. This is the best bike in this price segment. This naked bike is the best all 155cc bikes. So beautiful, so comfortable, so fast .
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            kesvaraj on Mar 06, 2025
            5.0
            Must buy bike
            Super design and mileage is much better than other bike 🚲 good looking and best service of Bajaj and premium quality of bike looks good to know that something wonderful bike to ride and face lamp is better than other bike in this budget so go for it.... Limited edition to glow your self thank you Bajaj Pulsar
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            aarush on Mar 05, 2025
            5.0
            Pulsar 160
            The overall performance of the bike is so good.The riding comfort and the mileage is also so good.I ride this bike and the experience was fabulous it is the best bike in its segment the looks the feature the comfort and the pleasure it gives.It is good in compare to the other bike in this segment and with a little modification it is unbeatable
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            vishal on Mar 02, 2025
            5.0
            It's superb bike
            It's superb bike my cousin have already a ns 160 and experience is very good like a power in your hands I enjoy the bike And I want to buy Ns 200 ...... I love that bike I suggest to everyone to buy this bike And bajaj is my favourite brand Last year I have bajaj discover 135 and now it's soo old thats why I buy a new bike
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            pranjal on Feb 25, 2025
            4.5
            Best bike ever
            Its a very comfortable and practical bike for daily riding. And very affordable bike with powerful engine and BAJAJ is always BAJAJ. Look and performance are too good. Mileage is also very good. Parts and services are easily available. So must buy this bike don't miss it. 160 cc best bike i ever ride.
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            rajakumar on Feb 23, 2025
            5.0
            The bike is good. City use and long use good
            The bike is good. City ride milege 45 better than. Long ride milege 52 is good. The bike colours also beautifull. Red colour also beautifull. Long ride seat comfortable is good. This bike air cooled system and dual channel ABS very good. Bike projector light very nice and long light beautiful.
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          FAQs on Yamaha MT 15 and Bajaj Pulsar N160

          Q) Which bike is better Yamaha MT 15 or Bajaj Pulsar N160?

          A) As per our average user rating, Yamaha MT 15 has a score of 4.5/5 while Bajaj Pulsar N160 has rate of 4.4 /5.

          Q) Which bike among Yamaha MT 15 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper?

          A) Yamaha MT 15 price starts at Rs 169050 & Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs 121721 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper between these.
          *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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