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    Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Xtreme 250R

    Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Hero Xtreme 250R 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 Xtreme 250R price in is Rs 1,72,524 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar N160 makes 16 PS and 14.65 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Xtreme 250R stand at 30 PS and 25 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar N160 in 6 colours whereas the Hero Xtreme 250R comes in 3 colours. Out of 49 user reviews, Xtreme 250R scores 4.6 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 Xtreme 250R Mileage is around 37 kmpl.

    Pulsar N160 vs Xtreme 250R

    Key HighlightsPulsar N160Xtreme 250R
    Mileage (Overall)47 kmpl37 kmpl
    Max Power16 PS @ 8750 rpm30 PS @ 9250 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesSports Bikes
    Engine Type4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
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    Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs Hero Xtreme 250R Comparison

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          Bajaj Pulsar N160
          Bajaj Pulsar N160
            Rs1,16,142*
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                Hero Xtreme 250R
                Hero Xtreme 250R
                  Rs1,72,524*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,41,640* Onwards
                Rs.1,97,916* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                47 kmpl
                37 kmpl
                Max Power
                16 PS @ 8750 rpm
                30 PS @ 9250 rpm
                User Rating
                4.4
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar N160 Reviews
                4.6
                Based on Hero Xtreme 250R Reviews
                Body Type
                Sports Bikes
                Sports Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 4,101
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                		₹ 5,716
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.12,287
                Pulsar N160 Insurance
                Rs.11,591
                Xtreme 250R Insurance
                ColoursBrooklyn BlackPearl Metallic WhiteRacing RedGreyFirestorm RedNeon Shooting StarStealth Black
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI
                4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
                Displacement
                164.82 cc
                249.03 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                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
                Wet Type Assist And Slip
                Gearbox
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                5 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                58 mm
                73 mm
                Stroke
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                62.38 mm
                59.5 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10.3 ± 0.3 :1
                12:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm
                25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
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                Features
                USB Charging PortYes
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                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
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                Tripmeter
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                Digital
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                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Split
                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
                Switchable ABS
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                		Yes
                Mobile ApplicationYes
                -
                Service Due IndicatorYes
                -
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding Modes
                Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
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                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYes
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                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                47 kmpl
                37 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
                130 kmph
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                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                14 L
                11.5 L
                Width
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                743 mm
                828 mm
                Length
                1989 mm
                2023 mm
                Height
                1050 mm
                1062 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.8 L
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                Ground Clearance
                165 mm
                167 mm
                Wheelbase
                1358 mm
                1357 mm
                Kerb Weight
                151 kg
                167.7 kg
                Seat height
                795 mm
                806 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Projector HeadlightYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
                -
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                280 mm
                320 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                130 mm
                230 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
                Steel Trellis Frame

                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 Xtreme 250R

                  • Looks muscular and has a good road presence.
                  • Lots of usable performance for the city and can make overtakes easily.
                  • Comfortable over broken roads with good ride comfort.
                  • Great value for money thanks to an attractive price.

                • Bajaj Pulsar N160

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

                  Hero Xtreme 250R

                  • The gear shifts are not very clean and could have been more reassuring.
                  • Instrument cluster looks and feels dated.
                  • Not as feature packed as some of its rivals.

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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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                  vivek on Aug 05, 2026
                  5.0
                  Better than it's competitors
                  Best 250 segment bike. Ovearall experience with this bike is good. Bike's pick up is great. Looks are fabulous, everything is good apart from hero service. Hero service is not top notch as compared to other companies. Apart from these, everything is good in this bike. Gives good mileage and comfort. Back seat can be more comfortable.
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                  mohammed on Nov 13, 2025
                  4.3
                  Xtreme 250R
                  I wanted an upgrade from 125 cc so I chose the 250cc segment. i got my xtreme 250r this month and my 1st opinion it's crazy good i don't know why people complain about engine oil leak and other stuff if you cold start your bike properly there won't be any such issue. Seating posture is comfortable for me although I feel a bit soreness in my forearms. Mileage since I have not done the 1st service i am getting around 35 in long rides but around 20 for areas with much traffic If u want the fastest 250 go for it. Road presence is too too good. If you don't have a problem with the mileage you are going to love this bike. The only thing I don't like is that the service can only be done in premium showrooms.
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                  vishal on Oct 30, 2025
                  5.0
                  Value for Money Sports Bike
                  I picked the Hero Xtreme because I needed a bike that can handle both city traffic and longer rides comfortably. I really liked the sporty design, and when I took it for a test ride, the engine felt smooth and strong, exactly what I was looking for. The riding experience has been very smooth. The bike is comfortable for my daily rides, fuel efficiency is decent, and the handling is excellent. Highways feel safe and stable. Hero's after-sales support is reliable. After using the bikes for years I shifted to this bike and fantastic what a change! The mileage is amazing and I feel more confident on longer rides now. It is also low maintenance. I 100% recommend this bike.
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                  karan on Oct 30, 2025
                  4.8
                  Strong Engine and Easy Handling
                  I chose this bike mainly for its balance of power and price. It’s not too heavy, yet it has enough punch for highways. Hero’s service network nearby also made me feel confident that maintenance wouldn’t be a problem. My experience with Hero Xtreme 250R has been good. The bike starts fastly even on cold mornings and the ride is quite stable. I love how easy it is to handle in tight traffic. Plus the fuel efficiency is a big plus for my daily office commute. I have been riding my Hero Xtreme 250R to college every day for over a year. It is light, easy to handle and my friends often borrow it too. One rainy day it did not slip even once it felt really safe. Yes, I have recommended it especially for students.
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                  kabir on Oct 30, 2025
                  4.8
                  Reliable Bike for Everyday Riders
                  I chose the Xtreme 250R basically because of its outstanding price-performance balance. I had been searching for an honest 250cc bike that would feel solid on the road without getting heavy. I also liked how easy it is to maintain a Hero brand motorcycle. Riding the Hero Xtreme 250R has been smooth and reliable. It manages city traffic well and the mileage is good for daily commutes. One time I took it on a long tour to a nearby place and it did not let me down at all. Feels sturdy and comfortable for long rides too! I ride my Hero Xtreme 250R bike for delivery work in the city. It is super dependable even in traffic. One day it rained like crazy, but the bike started in one kick the next day. I had to say go for it!
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                FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Hero Xtreme 250R

                Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar N160 or Hero Xtreme 250R?

                A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar N160 has a score of 4.4/5 while Hero Xtreme 250R has rate of 4.6 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar N160 and Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper?

                A) Bajaj Pulsar N160 price starts at Rs 1,16,142 & Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs 1,72,524 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar N160 is cheaper between these.
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