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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Xtreme 160R 4V

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Hero Xtreme 160R 4V? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS160 and Xtreme 160R 4V. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Price starts at Rs.1.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Disc. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 16.76 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas Hero Xtreme 160R 4V is a 1 cylinder, 163 cc Engine can generate 16.6 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS160 provides a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model), and Xtreme 160R 4V has a mileage of 47.38 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Hero Xtreme 160R 4V is available in 2 colours & 4 variants.

Pulsar NS160 vs Xtreme 160R 4V

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS160Hero Xtreme 160R 4V
PriceRs.1.20 LakhRs.1.30 Lakh
Engine Capacity160.3 cc163.2 cc
Power16.76 bhp @ 9000 rpm16.6 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/Range52.2 kmpl47.38 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.20 Lakh
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Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Disc bike
Disc
Rs. 1.30 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.35 Lakh
Price Breakup
1.46 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.2
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
160.3 cc
163.2 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
300
276
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
25
25
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25
25
Front Wheel Size
R17
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
32
30
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28
28
Rear Wheel Size
R17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Up Side Down Fork
KYB USD Fork, 37mm Dia
Rear Suspension
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
7 Step Adjustable MoNoshock
Front Tyre Size
100/80 R17
100/80 R17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
5 Years / 75000 km
5 Years/70000 Kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Perimeter Frame
Tubular Underbone Diamond Type

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 4 Up
1 Down 4 Up
Ignition
CDI
-
Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
-
Engine Capacity
160.3 cc
163.2 cc
Engine Type
Oil Cooled, 4-value FI 5-Speed Engine
4 Stroke& Air-Oil Cooled& 4 Valve
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Top Speed
120 kmph
115 kmph
Bore x Stroke
58 mm x 60.7 mm
66.5 mm x 47 mm
Configuration
Twin Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Oil Cooled
Air/Oil Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
16.76 bhp @ 9000 rpm
16.6 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
14.6 Nm @ 6500 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
Call/SMS Alerts
-
check
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
check
Low Oil Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
-
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
Service Reminder Indicator
check
check
Under Seat Storage
-
GPS & Navigation
check
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2017 mm
2029 mm
Width
804 mm
793 mm
Height
1060 mm
1052 mm
Wheelbase
1372 mm
1333 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
165 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.2 Litres
1.2 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Seat Height
805 mm
795 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
152 kg
146 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
check
-

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Design is sharp and aggressive
  • Easy to ride in traffic
  • Engine is responsive and performance-rich
  • Maintenance is budget-friendly
  • Design is youthful and aggressive
  • Engine performance is very refined and peppy for city use
  • Comfortable riding posture helps during long rides
  • Suspension offers pliant and comfortable ride quality
  • Connected features are helpful in everyday use
Cons
  • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
  • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
  • Engine buzzes in mid-range
  • Base model doesn’t get connected features
  • Top variant is pricey
  • Braking power is moderate and needs improvement
  • Lack of dual-channel ABS
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Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Xtreme 160R 4V

Safety

Pulsar NS160 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Xtreme 160R 4V has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Hero Xtreme 160R 4V, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Xtreme 160R 4V comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. Hero Xtreme 160R 4V has 1052 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Xtreme 160R 4V Owner Reviews

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    • S
      Shankraling
      01 Dec 2025
      4.8
      My bike is a perfect blend of a decent sports bike and a middle-class super bike. The design is excellent, and it offers good mileage and strong performance. It is very comfortable for long rides, making it a reliable and enjoyable bike overall.
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      Rakesh
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Yeh bike meri pasand ki bike hai, na 160. Main is bike ko kharidna chahta hoon. Yeh bike doosri bikes ke comparison mein thodi si kam price par milti hai. Mujhe yeh bike zarur chahiye.
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      mushtaq Ahmad
      1 Month ago
      4.6
      Great bike and a pleasure to ride! It’s loaded with excellent features such as pickup, brake control, grip, sporty design, powerful engine, strong build quality, and a digital cluster meter. Overall, a very good bike.
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    • Hr
      Heyyyy rishiiii Heyyyy rishiiii
      1 Month ago
      3.0
      This is my dream bike, I absolutely love the NS 160. The aggressive look, the RPM sound, and the overall performance make it my favorite bike. The sound is amazing, and I’m a big fan of the company too. I just can't wait to own it.
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    • RG
      Rohan Giridhar
      2 Month ago
      3.4
      This bike is very stylish and has a great look. It’s very eye-catching, and people really like the NS 160 Pulsar. I love this bike and am planning to purchase it.
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