In 7 Images: Here’s How 2023 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Is Different From The Old One
Differences include new hardware, features and slightly revised graphics
Bajaj has launched the updated 2023 Pulsar NS160 with a bunch of upgrades over the 2022 model. All that’s different with the motorcycle now have been listed below.
While the aggressive styling and sporty body design have been retained from the 2022 model, the 2023 NS160 flaunts revised graphics for the White colour scheme and also gets a new Black & Red shade. The 2022 model is also available in red, blue and grey colours.
The new Pulsar NS160 is built on a perimeter frame that is linked to a 33mm upside-down fork and a pre-load-adjustable monoshock. On the other hand, the 2022 bike gets a telescopic fork.
Braking on the new bike is done via a single 300mm circular disc up front clamped by Grimeca callipers, and a 230mm disc at the rear, with the safety net of dual-channel ABS, borrowed from the Pulsar 250 twins. The older model features a 260mm petal disc up front paired with ByBre callipers and single-channel ABS as standard.
Both roll on 17-inch wheels, however, the 2023 bike gets 100/80 and 130/70 section MRF Nylogrip Zapper rubber at the front and rear, respectively. Whereas, the model year 2022 bike runs 90-section front and 120-section rear tubeless tyres.
The engine remains the same – 160.3cc air-/oil-cooled motor with fuel-injection. It produces 17.2PS and 14.6Nm. The updated NS160 is BS6 Phase 2 ready.
Both get a semi-digital instrument console, which in the older model displays speed, revs, fuel level, clock, odometer and trip meter readings. The updated bike gets a slightly revised console and shows gear position, real-time mileage and distance to empty readouts. However, it misses out on smartphone connectivity and navigation.
In terms of pricing, the 2023 NS160 costs Rs 1,34,675, commanding a premium of Rs 9,561 over the 2022 model’s Rs 1,25,114 price tag (both ex-showroom Delhi).
Bajaj Pulsar NS160 User Reviews
- Good bike for youngstersGood 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.Read More6
- Excellent bikeMy 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.Read More1
- Good condition and safety also , mileage also goodIt'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.Read More1
- 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.Read More4 5
- Review of my 6 years old NS160I 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.Read More7 2