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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs TVS Raider 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or TVS Raider 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS160 and Raider 125. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and TVS Raider 125 Price starts at Rs.87,010 (ex-showroom) for Drum. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas TVS Raider 125 is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS160 provides a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model), and Raider 125 has a mileage of 56.7 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas TVS Raider 125 is available in 2 colours & 6 variants.

Pulsar NS160 vs Raider 125

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS160TVS Raider 125
PriceRs.1.49 LakhRs.87,010
Engine Capacity160.3 cc124.8 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm11.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range52.2 kmpl56.7 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.49 Lakh
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TVS Raider 125 Drum bike
TVS Raider 125
Drum
Rs. 87,010
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.67 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.02 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    10 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    160.3 cc
    124.8 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    SBT
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    300
    130
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush
    Telescopic
    Rear Suspension
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    Monoshock& 5-step adj& Gas charged
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    80/100 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    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 or 75000 km
    5 Years or 60000 kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Perimeter Frame
    Single cradle tubular frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
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    Engine Capacity
    160.3 cc
    124.8 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke and SOHC 4 Valve and Oil Cooled and Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine
    Air and oil cooled single cylinder SI
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    1.26 kwh
    124 kwh
    Battery Type
    DC MF
    MF battery
    Top Speed
    120 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 60.7 mm
    53.5 mm x 55.5 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Air/Oil Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2017 mm
    2070 mm
    Width
    804 mm
    785 mm
    Height
    1060 mm
    1028 mm
    Wheelbase
    1372 mm
    1326 mm
    Ground Clearance
    176 mm
    180 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    10 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    805 mm
    780 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    152 kg
    123 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design is sharp and aggressive
    • Easy to ride in traffic
    • Engine is responsive and performance-rich
    • Maintenance is budget-friendly
    • Modern design looks very appealing
    • Seating comfort & riding position are very comfortable
    • Most feature-rich bike in its segment
    • Smooth engine with slick gearbox
    • Handling & ride is very comfortable
    Cons
    • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
    • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
    • Front disc brake lever requires effort for good response
    • SmartXonnect features lag & hang at times
    • Top variant is pricey
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    Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Raider 125

    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 . Raider 125 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch.

    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 TVS Raider 125, on the other hand, has Under Seat Storage, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, USB Charger Port, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Raider 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. TVS Raider 125 has 1028 mm seat height and 10 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Raider 125 Owner Reviews

    • Pulsar NS160 Review
    • Raider 125 Review
      • R
        Rigen
        06 May 2025
        4.8
        Great & good looking bike in this price & good mileage. Super smooth fun to ride. Head turner best in the segment better then TVS 160v go for it guys.
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        Rambaby
        27 Apr 2025
        5.0
        It was a good experience to purchase a bike like this. It is wonderful and the comfort is awesome. This is the best choice by me in this era. The service is good.
        Likes (2)
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      • HM
        Hello Mr.
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        Old features wala NS 160 mere ko bahut pasand hai kyunki uska jo digital analo lock display I like that so I buy this bike and this bike is low price and looking good. Normal speed on this bike and 160 CC like
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      • S
        Shiva
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        It is very stylish and comfortable. Best price and good pick-up.
        Likes (1)
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      • PM
        Prasanta Mandingi
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        This bike is my favourite. I want to buy this bike and more comfortable for two people. The fractures also in good condition.
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