EXCLUSIVE: 2022 Bajaj Pulsar N160 Spotted Testing
The new generation of Pulsar N160 looks inspired by its older sibling the, N250
The new generation of Pulsar N160 looks inspired by its older sibling the, N250
(UPDATE: Bajaj has launched the Bajaj Pulsar N160 in India, head here to read the launch story.)
The new Bajaj Pulsar F250 and N250 symbolise the start of a new era of the Pulsar philosophy. And now it seems Bajaj Auto is readying the next new Pulsars as we recently caught a smaller capacity N160 Pulsar test mule making its routine sprints. From afar it’s easy to mistake it for an N250 as most of the underpinnings look to be the same. However, after getting closer, it looks like the next generation of small capacity Pulsars are almost ready to come out of the oven. Let’s have a look at what we know and what we can expect from the upcoming N160.
As mentioned earlier, the N160 was seen running on similar hardware as its larger sibling, the N250, except for a few notable differences. The biggest and most noticeable change has to be the twin spark, fuel-injected DTS-i engine with an under belly exhaust, kind of similar to the one on the NS160. However, this single-cylinder motor looks like it is air-cooled and could feature a different state of tune than the NS160. This engine also features a kickstart, which has become an increasingly rare feature in this segment.
We expect this new engine to be torque rich like the N250, so that should make it a hoot to ride in everyday urban conditions. With that said, does this mean the NS series is on its way out? We think we’ll get more details about this closer to the launch.
Aesthetically, the on-test N160 came kitted in the N250’s street fighter guise, it even wore the new floating panel design as seen on the front mudguard. Even the LED projector headlight and frosty DRLs have been passed along, with the sharp and muscular fuel tank similar to that of the N250. The split seat design may also make its way to the N160, as will the new tail light design.
The test mule was seen running on skinner front and rear (130 section) tyres, and smaller, single disc brakes on either end. While we did see ABS rings at both ends, we suspect it’s likely to get a single channel ABS system with RLM in final production form.
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With the test mule looking like it’s almost ready to leave the factory floor, it’s clear that the new generation of Pulsars will embody this new form and function philosophy that the Pulsar F250 and N250 laid out. Infact, we will see this new N160 launching some time soon with an expected price tag of Rs 1.2 lakh ex-showroom. That said, will we see a Pulsar F160 from Bajaj? We sure hope so as it will add some flavour to the segment.
Keeping the Bajaj Pulsar NS160’s affordable price point in mind, which is Rs 1,21,754 (ex-showroom Delhi), we see this Pulsar N160 to go up against bikes like the Hero Xtreme 160R, Yamaha FZ-S Fi V3, Suzuki Gixxer and the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.
Bajaj Pulsar N160 User Reviews
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.Read More
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.Read More
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. Read More
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.Read More
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.Read More