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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Xtreme 125R

    Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Hero Xtreme 125R 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 1,26,301 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Hero Xtreme 125R price in is Rs 91,500 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar NS160 makes 17 PS and 14.6 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Xtreme 125R stand at 11.55 PS and 10.5 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar NS160 in 4 colours whereas the Hero Xtreme 125R comes in 8 colours. Out of 597 user reviews, Xtreme 125R scores 4.6 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 Hero Xtreme 125R Mileage is around 66 kmpl.

    Pulsar NS160 vs Xtreme 125R

    Key HighlightsPulsar NS160Xtreme 125R
    Mileage (Overall)40.36 kmpl66 kmpl
    Max Power17 PS @ 9000 rpm11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
    Body TypeSports BikesCommuter Bikes
    Engine Type4 Stroke, Single CylinderAir Cooled 4 Stroke
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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Xtreme 125R Comparison

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          Bajaj Pulsar NS160
          Bajaj Pulsar NS160
            Rs1,26,301*
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                Hero Xtreme 125R
                Hero Xtreme 125R
                  Rs91,500*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,49,639* Onwards
                Rs.1,08,783* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                40.36 kmpl
                66 kmpl
                Max Power
                17 PS @ 9000 rpm
                11.55 PS @ 8250 rpm
                User Rating
                4.3
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Reviews
                4.6
                Based on Hero Xtreme 125R Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 4,325
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                ₹ 3,141
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.10,814
                Pulsar NS160 Insurance
                Rs.6,493
                Xtreme 125R Insurance
                ColoursCocktail Wine RedEbony BlackPearl Metallic WhitePewter GreyCobalt BlueFirestorm RedStallion Black
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4 Stroke, Single Cylinder
                Air Cooled 4 Stroke
                Displacement
                160.3 cc
                124.7 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Oil Cooled
                Air Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
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                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Wet Multiplate
                Wet Multi Plate
                Ignition
                DC
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                Gearbox
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                5 Speed
                5 Speed
                Bore
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                58 mm
                52.4 mm
                Stroke
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                60.7 mm
                57.8 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                9.8 : 1
                9.9:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                10.5 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Kick and Self Start
                Kick and Self Start
                Features
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth ConnectivityYes
                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
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                ClockYes
                Digital
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
                -
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Features and Safety
                Braking Type
                Anti-lock Braking System
                Integrated Braking System
                Mobile ApplicationYes
                -
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding ModesYes
                -
                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYes
                -
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                40.36 kmpl
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                ARAI Mileage
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                66 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                120 kmph
                95 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12 L
                10 L
                Width
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                804 mm
                793 mm
                Length
                2017 mm
                2009 mm
                Height
                1060 mm
                1051 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                2.4 L
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                Ground Clearance
                170 mm
                180 mm
                Wheelbase
                1372 mm
                1319 mm
                Kerb Weight
                152 kg
                136 kg
                Gross Weight
                302 kg
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                Seat height
                805 mm
                794 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                300 mm
                240 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                230 mm
                130 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
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                Diamond

                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

                  Hero Xtreme 125R

                  • Looks quite sporty for a 125cc commuter bike
                  • Gets a powerful 125cc motor
                  • Comes with features like dual-channel ABS, cruise control and ride modes
                • 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

                  Hero Xtreme 125R

                  • Some people may not like the aggressive design of the bike

                Pulsar NS160 comparison with similar bikes

                Xtreme 125R comparison with similar bikes

                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Pulsar NS160
                • Xtreme 125R
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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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                  tausif on Oct 07, 2026
                  4.8
                  Well maintained with no any dent t is present.
                  For daily city riding the engine is smooth and responsive. It’s particularly good for overtaking and quick acceleration compared with many conventional 125cc commuters bikes. A practical expectation 50/60 km/l. Brakes and safety. Higher variant get single ABS Channel. Bike have the full safety features that any bike may hardly have.
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                  rajesh on Oct 04, 2026
                  5.0
                  Bike performance
                  Offers strong, low end torque and a tractable 5th gear that pulls smoothly from low speeds in traffic, maintaining great fuel economy around 50 - 55 kmpl, mileage of 66 kmpl while real world user and expert reviews report an average efficiency of 50 kmpl to 63.5 kmpl depending on riding conditions.
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                  4 9
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                  chandryansh on Sep 30, 2026
                  4.7
                  About bike
                  Looks-wise, the best bike in the 125cc segment, and the mileage is very good at 50 kmpl. Riding comfort is good for daily city usage, and the servicing cost is very low. It is a low-maintenance bike with good looks. I have done very long trips of about 250–300 km in one stretch, and the performance was very good, that too in mountain areas.
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                  4 5
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                  manish on Sep 16, 2026
                  4.7
                  High quality safety bike
                  This is all ok with comfort, did not face any problem and the engine of 125cc is the best, enjoy the fast speed and give the feel of super bike. This is the best bike in terms of performance at the highways and best for the off roading. I did't face any problem in my entire 2 years of experience. I love hero Xtreme 125R.
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                  chakrsudarshan on Sep 15, 2026
                  5.0
                  riding experience and maintenance
                  Bhai mere ko isko liye abhi just 2 month hua hai, me 09/07/2026 me purchase kiya hu aur mera jo experience raha badiya hai lekin me abhi heavy riding nhi karta hu, daily purpose ke usage ke liye best hai, thoda sa problem gear shifting me aata hai aur second service me kick ka problem hai. Baki bike mast hai, chalane me bahot maza aata hai.
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                FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Xtreme 125R

                Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Hero Xtreme 125R?

                A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a score of 4.3/5 while Hero Xtreme 125R has rate of 4.6 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Xtreme 125R is cheaper?

                A) Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price starts at Rs 1,26,301 & Hero Xtreme 125R price starts at Rs 91,500 in Delhi . Hero Xtreme 125R is cheaper between these.
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