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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Yamaha XSR 155

    Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Yamaha XSR 155 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 NS160 price in is Rs 1,23,694 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Yamaha XSR 155 price in is Rs 1,49,990 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar NS160 makes 17 PS and 14.6 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of XSR 155 stand at 18.4 PS and 14.2 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar NS160 in 4 colours whereas the Yamaha XSR 155 comes in 5 colours. Out of 136 user reviews, XSR 155 scores 4.5 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 345 user reviews..The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Mileage is around 40.36 kmpl, while the Yamaha XSR 155 Mileage is around 45.5 kmpl.

    Pulsar NS160 vs XSR 155

    Key HighlightsPulsar NS160XSR 155
    Mileage (Overall)40.36 kmpl45.5 kmpl
    Max Power17 PS @ 9000 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesSports Naked Bikes
    Engine TypeOil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Value FI EngineLiquid cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4 Valve
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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Yamaha XSR 155 Comparison

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          Bajaj Pulsar NS160
          Bajaj Pulsar NS160
            Rs1,23,694*
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                Yamaha XSR 155
                Yamaha XSR 155
                  Rs1,49,990*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,44,359* Onwards
                Rs.1,73,201* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                40.36 kmpl
                45.5 kmpl
                Max Power
                17 PS @ 9000 rpm
                18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
                User Rating
                4.3
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Reviews
                4.5
                Based on Yamaha XSR 155 Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 4,188
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                ₹ 5,018
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.10,770
                Pulsar NS160 Insurance
                Rs.11,212
                XSR 155 Insurance
                ColoursCocktail Wine RedEbony BlackPearl Metallic WhitePewter GreyView All ColoursMetallic BlueView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Value FI Engine
                Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4 Valve
                Displacement
                160.3 cc
                155 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Oil Cooled
                Liquid Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet Multiplate
                Wet, Multiple Disc
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                58 mm
                58 mm
                Stroke
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                60.7 mm
                58.7 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                9.8 : 1
                11.6 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging PortYes
                -
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYes
                -
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Split
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                ClockYes
                -
                Stepup Seat
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                Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Features and Safety
                Mobile Application
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                Yes
                Service Due IndicatorYes
                -
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYes
                -
                Traction Control
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                Yes
                Additional Features/Information
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                Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)
                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYes
                -
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                40.36 kmpl
                45.5 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                120 kmph
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                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12 L
                10 L
                Width
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                804 mm
                805 mm
                Length
                2017 mm
                2005 mm
                Height
                1060 mm
                1080 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.4 L
                1.6 L
                Ground Clearance
                170 mm
                120 mm
                Wheelbase
                1372 mm
                1325 mm
                Kerb Weight
                152 kg
                137 kg
                Seat height
                805 mm
                810 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYesYes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                300 mm
                282 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                230 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
                Perimeter
                Delta Box

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • 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

                  Yamaha XSR 155

                  • The retro design looks elegant
                  • Offered in 4 colours
                  • Has relatively more relaxed riding ergonomics compared to the R15 & MT15
                • 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

                  Yamaha XSR 155

                  • The seat height and wide seat profile could make it uncomfortable for shorter riders

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Pulsar NS160
                • XSR 155
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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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                  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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                  alok on Jul 09, 2026
                  4.8
                  This bike is awesome and stable
                  I choose this bike because of performance and mileage. Everything is perfect in the bike and the look and design is really awesome. It looks like a racer bike. This bike suit me a lot because I am 5.6. The performance of this bike is really awesome. I can play with this bike and this is really awesome for cruising or for racing because it has high performance gears and stability of the bike is awesome. I will recommend this to buy because I get sufficient mileage for city rides and if I want to go to highway, I can get around 36 to 37 which is really nice for long tours and rides. It comes with very less weight.
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                  joydev on Jul 03, 2026
                  2.0
                  joy ....very bad experience
                  Buying experience not so good, riding comfort is too bad, look is good, performence is not so good, handle bar and rider body in between distance unmatched, this is very uncomfortable for long drive like 40 to 50 km, its make pressure on hand, build quality also bad, a new bike also make noise from the body part.
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                  jatin on Jul 02, 2026
                  4.7
                  Yamaha vroom vroom
                  Looks of yamaha XSR155 are too good and is a perfect bike for youth because it's so stylish and give a modern look also yamaha is a trusted brand. I chose this bike because I am highly confident in yamaha bikes. Great experience! Comfort is good, speed top notch, control on this bike is very amazing. Provide you a modern and rich look. It also comes in 5 different colours and genuine feels like black is the best colour of every bike and I got black colour theme for this bike also. I will recommend this bike of its features which are too good at this price range. Yamaha XSR155 comes under your budget and provides you a luxury which you can enjoy. Highly recommend bike for the age group of 18-35, you can enjoy the ride at your own pace, provide you stability and is also light weighted bike.
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                  aniruddh on Jun 09, 2026
                  4.3
                  Most Underrated Bike
                  Wanted a low cc but stylish and retro motorcycle and here XSR became by my favourite. It can be easily maneuver in city traffics so that you don't have to be struggle to drive. Light weight as well. Gets you great mileage of around 45 plus. The riding posture is aggressive and yes, you can feel the ride and that's what actually matters. The seat is quite hard but instead of replacing it you can have a s seat cover of 400 rupees which would make it but softer. If you want entry level retro bike or kind of new into riding culture have it, feel it and then eventually according to your needs upgrade. It is stylish, you stop at red signal, people stop and ask about the bike. Most underrated bike you can say.
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                  ankit on May 27, 2026
                  4.8
                  XSR 155 in India review
                  Engine reliability is very good, reviews from the international audience suggests, the neo retro design looks damn good on roads. I've got so many compliments over the looks. Performance is insane too. The ride can be difficult to get used to at first but it gets better with time. The engine is super powerful and vibrations are very less. You can feel the power as you drive. The bike is pretty light and agile. And as you rev beyond 7k RPM, the VVA kicks in and the experience just get drastically better. I highly recommend this bike. Comfort might be one of the problems at the start but it gets better over time. Also, the customisation options are insane. You can just tune it to how you want it. Possibilities are endless.
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                FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Yamaha XSR 155

                Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Yamaha XSR 155?

                A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a score of 4.3/5 while Yamaha XSR 155 has rate of 4.5 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Yamaha XSR 155 is cheaper?

                A) Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price starts at Rs 1,23,694 & Yamaha XSR 155 price starts at Rs 1,49,990 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper between these.
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