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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Xtreme 160R BS6

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Hero Xtreme 160R BS6? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS160 and Xtreme 160R BS6. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and Hero Xtreme 160R BS6 Price starts at Rs.1.05 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Single Disc. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas Hero Xtreme 160R BS6 is a 1 cylinder, 163 cc Engine can generate 15 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS160 provides a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model), and Xtreme 160R BS6 has a mileage of 55.47 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Hero Xtreme 160R BS6 is available in 1 colours & 6 variants.

Pulsar NS160 vs Xtreme 160R BS6

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS160Hero Xtreme 160R BS6
PriceRs.1.20 LakhRs.1.05 Lakh
Engine Capacity160.3 cc163.2 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm15 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/Range52.2 kmpl55.47 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.20 Lakh
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Hero Xtreme 160R BS6 Single Disc bike
Hero Xtreme 160R BS6
Single Disc
Rs. 1.05 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.35 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.18 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.1
    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
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front - 2 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    300
    276
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    100/80 - 17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    130/70 R17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush
    Standard Telescopic
    Rear Suspension
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    7 step adjustable Monoshock
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    100/80 R17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    check
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    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 or 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
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    Engine Capacity
    160.3 cc
    163.2 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke and SOHC 4 Valve and Oil Cooled and Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine
    4 stroke, Air Cooled, 2 Valve
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    1.26 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    DC MF
    -
    Top Speed
    120 kmph
    107 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 60.7 mm
    57.3mm x 63.3mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Air Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    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
    Halogen Bulb
    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
    1327 mm
    Ground Clearance
    176 mm
    167 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.09 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    805 mm
    790 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    152 kg
    139.5 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
    • Excellent value for money
    • It appears to be pretty decent.
    • It's enjoyable to ride.
    Cons
    • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
    • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
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    Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Xtreme 160R BS6

    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 BS6 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Hero Xtreme 160R BS6, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Xtreme 160R BS6 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. Hero Xtreme 160R BS6 has 1052 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Xtreme 160R BS6 Owner Reviews

    • Pulsar NS160 Review
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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
        14 Nov 2025
        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
        14 Nov 2025
        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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        Heyyyy rishiiii Heyyyy rishiiii
        13 Nov 2025
        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
        1 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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