Hero Passion XTEC vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

Should you buy Hero Passion XTEC or Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 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 Passion XTEC price in Delhi is Rs 81038 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 price in Delhi is Rs 100422 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Passion XTEC makes 9.15 PS and 9.79 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar NS 125 stand at 11.99 PS and 11 Nm respectively. Hero offers the Passion XTEC in 3 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 comes in 4 colours. Out of 218 user reviews, Pulsar NS 125 scores 4.2 whereas the Hero Passion XTEC tallies 3.7 out of 5 based on 134 user reviews..TheHero Passion XTEC Mileage is around 56 kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Mileage is around 64.75 kmpl.

Passion XTEC vs Pulsar NS 125

Key Highlights	Passion XTEC	Pulsar NS 125
Mileage (Overall)	56 kmpl	64.75 kmpl
Max Power	9.15 PS @ 7500 rpm	11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	Air cooled 4 stroke	4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine

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Basic Information	Hero Passion XTEC	Bajaj Pulsar NS 125
On-Road Price	Rs.93,791 onwards	Rs.1.15 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	56 kmpl	64.75 kmpl
Max Power	9.15 PS @ 7500 rpm	11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	3.7 Based on 134 Reviews	4.2 Based on 218 Reviews
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 2,724 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 3,313 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.6,270 Passion XTEC Insurance	Rs.6,683 Pulsar NS 125 Insurance
Colours	Black with Force SilverBlack with Polestar BlueCandy Blazing Red	Pewter GreyBeach BlueFiery OrangeBurnt Red
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Basic Information

Hero Passion XTEC

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

On-Road Price

Rs.93,791 onwards

Rs.1.15 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

56 kmpl

64.75 kmpl

Max Power

9.15 PS @ 7500 rpm

11.99 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

3.7

Based on 134 Reviews

4.2

Based on 218 Reviews

Body Type

Commuter Bikes

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 2,724

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 3,313

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.6,270
Passion XTEC Insurance

Rs.6,683
Pulsar NS 125 Insurance

Colours

Black with Force SilverBlack with Polestar BlueCandy Blazing Red

Pewter GreyBeach BlueFiery OrangeBurnt Red

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.	Air cooled 4 stroke	4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Displacement	113.2 cc	124.45 cc
No. of Cylinders Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.	1	1
Cooling System Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder Refers to the number of intake and exhaust valves present in each cylinder. Most modern petrol bike engines have two or four valves per cylinder.	2	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch Enables the rider to disconnect the engine from the transmission temporarily, allowing for gear changes and neutral operation.	Wet Multi Plate	-
Gear Box Indicates the arrangement of gears that transmit power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the rider to adjust speed and torque.	4 Speed Constant Mesh	5 speed constant mesh
Bore These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	50 mm	-
Stroke These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	57.8 mm	-
Compression Ratio Reflects the ratio of the maximum volume in the cylinder (when the piston is at the bottom) to the minimum volume (when the piston is at the top) during the engine cycle. Higher compression ratios generally lead to more efficient combustion.	9.7:1	-
Emission Type Specifies the level of emissions produced by the bike, conforming to regulatory standards. Petrol bikes typically adhere to norms like Euro or BS (Bharat Stage) emissions standards.	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque Represents the highest rotational force output by the engine, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm) or pound-feet (lb-ft). It indicates the engine's pulling power.	9.79 Nm @ 5000 rpm	11 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Starting Describes how the engine is initiated. Most petrol bikes use electric starters, kick starters, or both, to commence engine operation.	Kick and Self Start	Kick and Self Start
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.

Air cooled 4 stroke

4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine

Displacement

113.2 cc

124.45 cc

No. of Cylinders

Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.

Cooling System

Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.

Air Cooled

Features
Instrument Console This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.	Digital	Analogue and Digital
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
USB Charging Port	Yes	No
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Analogue
Tripmeter Tracks the distance traveled during a specific journey or trip, enabling riders to monitor their mileage for individual rides.	Digital	Digital
Odometer Shows the total distance covered by the bike since its inception, providing a comprehensive record of its usage	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off	-
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics Refers to the decorative decals or paint schemes on the bike's bodywork, enhancing its visual appeal.	Yes	-
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	Yes	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.

Digital

Analogue and Digital

Call/SMS Alerts

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.

Digital

Features and Safety
Braking Type	-	Combine Braking System
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Additional Features This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off	-
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-
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Features and Safety

Braking Type

Combine Braking System

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Additional Features

This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.

Side-Stand Engine Cut-Off

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Performance
City Mileage	-	64.75 kmpl
Highway Mileage	-	56.46 kmpl
Overall Mileage	56 kmpl	-
Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)	-	7.81 Sec
Roll-ons (40-80 kmph)	-	10.53 Sec
Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)	-	12.27 Sec
Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)	-	25.85 Sec
Quarter Mile	-	21.15 s @ 95.10 kmph Sec
Braking (60-0 Kmph)	-	21.36 m, 2.92 sec Sec
Braking (80-0 Kmph)	-	39.68 m, 3.86 sec Sec
Top Speed	-	103 kmph
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Performance

City Mileage

64.75 kmpl

Highway Mileage

56.46 kmpl

Overall Mileage

56 kmpl

Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)

7.81 Sec

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	10 L	12 L
Width These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.	715 mm	810 mm
Length	2036 mm	2012 mm
Height	1113 mm	1078 mm
Saddle Height Indicates the distance from the ground to the top surface of the bike's seat, influencing rider comfort and accessibility, especially for shorter or taller individuals.	799 mm	805 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	179 mm
Wheelbase	1270 mm	1353 mm
Kerb Weight	117 kg	144 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

10 L

12 L

Width

These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.

715 mm

810 mm

Length

2036 mm

2012 mm

Height

1113 mm

1078 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	Halogen
Tail Light	Bulb	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	Bulb	Bulb
Projector Headlights	Yes	-
LED Tail Lights	-	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Halogen

Tail Light

Bulb

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

Bulb

Projector Headlights

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.	130 mm	240 mm
Rear Brake Diameter Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.	130 mm	130 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.

130 mm

240 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.

130 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Diamond	Perimeter Frame

Underpinnings

Frame

Diamond

Perimeter Frame

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