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    Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero XPulse 200 4V

    Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Hero XPulse 200 4V Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar N160 price in is Rs 1,16,142 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Hero XPulse 200 4V price in is Rs 1,48,227 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar N160 makes 16 PS and 14.65 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of XPulse 200 4V stand at 19.16 PS and 17.35 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar N160 in 6 colours whereas the Hero XPulse 200 4V comes in 5 colours. Out of 383 user reviews, XPulse 200 4V scores 4.4 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar N160 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 450 user reviews..The Bajaj Pulsar N160 Mileage is around 47 kmpl, while the Hero XPulse 200 4V Mileage is around 36 kmpl.

    Pulsar N160 vs XPulse 200 4V

    Key HighlightsPulsar N160XPulse 200 4V
    Mileage (Overall)47 kmpl36 kmpl
    Max Power16 PS @ 8750 rpm19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesOff Road Bikes
    Engine Type4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FIAir-Oil Cooled, 4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder OHC
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    Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero XPulse 200 4V Comparison

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          Bajaj Pulsar N160
          Bajaj Pulsar N160
            Rs1,16,142*
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                Hero XPulse 200 4V
                Hero XPulse 200 4V
                  Rs1,48,227*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,41,640* Onwards
                Rs.1,71,268* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                47 kmpl
                36 kmpl
                Max Power
                16 PS @ 8750 rpm
                19.16 PS @ 8000 rpm
                User Rating
                4.4
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar N160 Reviews
                4.4
                Based on Hero XPulse 200 4V Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 4,101
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                ₹ 4,956
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.12,287
                Pulsar N160 Insurance
                Rs.11,183
                XPulse 200 4V Insurance
                ColoursBrooklyn BlackPearl Metallic WhiteRacing RedGreyBlack Sports RedMet Nexus Blue WhiteTechno Blu Met BlkBlack Industrial Grey
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
                Air-Oil Cooled, 4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder OHC
                Displacement
                164.82 cc
                199.6 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Air Cooled
                Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                2
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet Multiplate
                Multi-Plate Wet Type
                Gearbox
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                5 Speed
                5 Speed
                Bore
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                58 mm
                66.5 mm
                Stroke
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                62.38 mm
                57.5 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10.3 ± 0.3 :1
                10.5:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
                17.35 Nm @ 6500 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Kick and Self Start
                Features
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth ConnectivityYes
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYesYes
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Analogue
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                Yes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Distance To EmptyYes
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                Features and Safety
                Mobile ApplicationYes
                -
                Service Due IndicatorYes
                -
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding Modes
                Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
                Yes
                Windscreen
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                Yes
                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYes
                -
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                47 kmpl
                36 kmpl
                Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
                16.55 Sec
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                Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
                8.14 Sec
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                Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)
                9.44 Sec
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                Acceleration 0-100 kmph (sec)
                16.55 Sec
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                Braking 60-0 km/h
                18.64 Sec
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                Braking 80-0 km/h
                33.91 Sec
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                Claimed Top Speed
                113 kmph
                135 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                14 L
                13 L
                Width
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                743 mm
                862 mm
                Length
                1989 mm
                2222 mm
                Height
                1050 mm
                1320 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.8 L
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                Ground Clearance
                165 mm
                220 mm
                Wheelbase
                1358 mm
                1410 mm
                Kerb Weight
                151 kg
                160 kg
                Seat height
                795 mm
                825 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Projector HeadlightYes
                LED Projector
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
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                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                280 mm
                276 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                130 mm
                220 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                25 psi
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                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                25 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                28 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                32 psi
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Tubular Frame
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                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • 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

                  Hero XPulse 200 4V

                  • Plenty of ground clearance and suspension travel
                  • Light kerb weight makes it easy to control off-road
                  • Great bottom-end grunt makes off-road riding quite fun
                  • Well-tuned suspension setup offers a comfortable riding experience
                • Bajaj Pulsar N160

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

                  Hero XPulse 200 4V

                  • Fit and finish levels could have been better
                  • Lacks top-end performance for touring on the highway
                  • Tall seat height might not be accessible to shorter riders

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                  himanshu on Aug 23, 2026
                  4.3
                  Best bike in this segment..
                  Bike is very smooth in city as well as highways. It has very comfortable seat and posturing with a good mileage and smooth and refined engine. Bike is overall good by looks and performance in the segment of 160cc. I ride the bike 400km in once and it is very smooth and no vibration in handle and refined engine with soothing performance. I only stop bike for half an hour after crossing 250kms and bike is overall perfect for far journey by bike. I would like to recommend this bike to office employees who want a stable bike also mileage, performance, and good engine with a genuine budget and for family bike, it is good. This bike has it own craze in youth who want sporty bike in low budget as it is a fast commuter bike.
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                  p on Aug 08, 2026
                  4.8
                  The N160 is OG in this sigment.
                  Bajaj N160 most value for money vehicle in this sigment, why because every middle class people can afford this bike the OG N160. I'm using this bike from last 6 months, low maintenance cost and all spare parts are available and it's giving the mileage of 40 plus in local city, engine is very powerfull in this sigment, smooth riding and every gear pickup feel like good.
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                  rahul on May 02, 2026
                  5.0
                  N160 is the beast and best value bike
                  I really love this bike as i have driven it a lot on off road and long trips, good mileage, best and smooth experience with my N160, i am really happy to have this bike as it is really budget friendly. My ride is too good really looking forward to gift one more bike to my brother as it is a best bike of bajaj, really thank full to have this bike. Best mileage and performance i have ever seen in a bike, happy to have n 160. Definitely this is the best variant of pulsar, all my friends are so excited to purchase this bike they ask me the price and i always suggest them n160 as it is the best variety for every new rider, amazing bike.
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                  lucky on Apr 26, 2026
                  4.8
                  best ride this bike
                  Best bike in this series looking good and gives good ride. I like this bike's all features, best bikes forever and smooth riding. All colours are very beautiful and this is very good and comfortable. I have bought it few months back and I am very happy to buy this bike. Bike is great and felt great while riding this bike.
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                  aftab on Apr 25, 2026
                  4.8
                  Overall I am totally satisfied by this bike
                  This is the best bike according to my experience as I am a student so I wish a bike by which cost me less fuel and less maintenance also other than this bike fix my requirement and also this bike is in my budget. Ride is very comfortable and as 160 cc bike in delivers the performance us expected. Sometimes it delivers more performance then you expect like the highway experience and the city ride are very comfortable. Yes, I will recommend this bike to the boys of my age who wants the bike in this budget like in this budget. This bike is a perfect bike to go for and I would specially recommend to the boys who go to their colleges.
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                  haris on Jul 18, 2026
                  5.0
                  Best in the segment.
                  Fabulous bike for people who commutes daily and also for long rides. This bike goes everywhere, does everything. Great mileage, works great on highways and off roads. Top speed of this bike is 130 kmph. Comfortable to ride, easy to handle in traffic. This bike have all good features. Must buy and comes under budget also. ABS also works like a charm of this bike. Must recommended.
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                  uday on Mar 06, 2026
                  4.8
                  Great, But if you add on a bit extra to stock bike
                  Bike is really good, if you choose to ride a stock vehicle, you might feel a bit comfortable, but if you get some accessories on it, it will be your friend for life. Just like i have added accessories like, seat modification with extra foam, handle bar riser, Fog light(for sure), Center stand, Top rack with back rest.
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                  santosh on Feb 05, 2026
                  4.3
                  Hero x pulse 200 4V review after 22000 kms
                  I am five eleven and it suits me for my height. Comfort of a rider not a pillion and mileage is a plus for this bike. Maintenance cost is also very good and cheap you can get service done from any of the authorised hero service centres. I have been driving since almost twenty two thousand kilometres so far and im fully satisfied with the performance of this bike. I just changed chain socket and fuel motor in the fuel tank. Ride comfort is very good for rider not for pillion thats only negative. Yes I would definitely recommend this bike to those who have height above five eight. I am driving this bike since two thousand twenty two and no major faults or damages done to bike. I am fully satisfied with this bike.
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                  vedant on Jan 13, 2026
                  4.2
                  Best choice for Bad Roads and Daily Use.
                  I chose Hero Xpulse 200 4V for its comfort on bad roads while still being easy to ride daily. The suspension works great on potholes, the engine is smooth for city rides, and maintenance stays affordable. Ride quality has been comfortable so far, especially on rough roads. Mileage is decent for daily use, handling feels light and confident, and while top speed isn't aggressive it's stable and relaxed at cruising speeds. Yess -- I'd recommend it for daily riders who want comfort on rough roads, easy handling in traffic, good mileage and reliable performance. Not ideal if you want high speed or aggressive sport riding.
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                  sukriti on Jan 05, 2026
                  3.5
                  Perfect offroad machine
                  It's a perfect bike for beginners who want to learn more into offroading and motocross. Along with that you can use it for your day to day life and even long tours . Perfect for solo riding. Low maintenance, good mileage. I have ridden it for more then 30000km . From plain to hills to high altitude area. It's good for offroading, even rode it in off road track it performs pretty good. Not good if you want to go for long tour with pillion. If you want to learn motocross or rally or offroad trails you can definitely go for it. Even looking into the Indian road conditions it perfect. You can do long high way ride with decent speed of 80-90kmph.
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                FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Hero XPulse 200 4V

                Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Hero XPulse 200 4V?

                A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar N160 has a score of 4.4/5 while Hero XPulse 200 4V has rate of 4.4 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Hero XPulse 200 4V is cheaper?

                A) Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs 1,16,142 & Hero XPulse 200 4V price starts at Rs 1,48,227 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper between these.
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