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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Kawasaki KLX 230

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z or Kawasaki KLX 230? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS400Z and KLX 230. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs.1.92 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Kawasaki KLX 230 Price starts at Rs.1.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm power whereas Kawasaki KLX 230 is a 1 cylinder, 233 cc Engine can generate 17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS400Z provides a mileage of 28.5 kmpl (base model), and KLX 230 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Kawasaki KLX 230 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar NS400Z vs KLX 230

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS400ZKawasaki KLX 230
PriceRs.1.92 LakhRs.1.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity373 cc233 cc
Power39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range28.5 kmplN/A km/charge
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
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Rs. 1.92 Lakh
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Kawasaki KLX 230
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Rs. 1.99 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    2.16 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.23 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    7.6 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    373 cc
    233 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel Abs
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    320
    240
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    70/100-21
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    110/100-18
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Spoked
    Front Suspension
    4mUpside-DowForks
    Telescopic fork
    Rear Suspension
    MoNoshock Absorbers
    Uni-Trak
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70 - 17
    70/100-21
    Rear Tyre Size
    140/70 - R17
    110/100-18
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    230 mm
    250 mm
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Disc

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    check
    -
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    -
    Frame Type
    -
    Perimeter high-tensile steel

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    Digital
    Spark Plugs
    3 Per Cylinder
    check
    Engine Capacity
    373 cc
    233 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid Cooled& 4V& DOHC with DLC coated finger followers
    Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    157 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    -
    67 mm x 66 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel injection
    Max Power
    39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm
    17.8 bhp @ 8000 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    4
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    check
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check
    Handle Type
    Hydroformed tubular Street fighter handlebar
    -
    Instrument Console
    Digital
    Digital

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    4
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    -
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    -
    2090 mm
    Width
    -
    845 mm
    Height
    -
    1150 mm
    Wheelbase
    1344 mm
    1370 mm
    Ground Clearance
    168 mm
    265 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    7.6 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports
    Dirt
    Seat Height
    807 mm
    880 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    174 kg
    139 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Superbly priced for the segment it belongs to
    • Use of cycle parts from siblings makes the maintenance costs less
    • Puch-packed performance from the engine
    • Agile handling makes it fun to ride on the city streets
    • Braking entices confidence inside the new riders
    Cons
    • Design looks similar to the smaller N250 and NS200
    • Build quality could have been better considering the use of cycle parts
    • Seat comfort is not as good as you would like it to be
    • Barebone features like LCD console make it feel less premium
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    Safety

    Pulsar NS400Z comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. KLX 230 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and Kawasaki KLX 230, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and KLX 230 comes with 6 Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has a 12 Litres. Kawasaki KLX 230 has 1150 mm seat height and 7.6 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and Kawasaki KLX 230 Owner Reviews

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        Rashmita Mishra
        06 Aug 2025
        5.0
        This is one of the best bikes across all segments. Its engine performance feels like a roaring tiger, and the mileage is impressive. The exhaust sound is truly heart-thumping. Whether it’s high-speed riding or sharp turns, this bike handles it all beautifully. Thank you, Bajaj, for such an incredible machine.
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        Ritik Kashyap
        24 Jul 2025
        3.8
        Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a solid bike that's good enough for everyday riding. While it could offer better comfort and improved parts availability at workshops and showrooms, it still stands out for its performance and value in the price segment. A great choice if you're looking for a powerful commuter bike.
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        GAURAV milind
        21 Jul 2025
        3.2
        Very nice and decent looks. It feels made for speed with an authentic and aesthetic design. The features are also great, and it comes with four riding modes including Sport Mode. This bike is definitely worth it.
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        Arkojit Das
        21 Jul 2025
        4.0
        The bike is aggressive in performance. It comes with a lot of electronics like ride-by-wire, ABS, and traction control. It is also equipped with high-quality safety features.
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        Sahil
        1 Month ago
        4.0
        Design is great, mileage is excellent, and it looks like the best bike similar to the Pulsar NS400Z. I give it a 5-star rating. It's my favorite bike in the world.
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