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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Yamaha YZF R15S V3

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Yamaha YZF R15S V3? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar NS160 and YZF R15S V3. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.47 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and Yamaha YZF R15S V3 Price starts at Rs.1.66 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Racing Blue. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas Yamaha YZF R15S V3 is a 4 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar NS160 provides a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model), and YZF R15S V3 has a mileage of 48.75 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Yamaha YZF R15S V3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar NS160 vs YZF R15S V3

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar NS160Yamaha YZF R15S V3
PriceRs.1.47 LakhRs.1.66 Lakh
Engine Capacity160.3 cc155 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Mileage/Range52.2 kmpl48.75 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.47 Lakh
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Yamaha YZF R15S V3 Racing Blue bike
Racing Blue
Rs. 1.66 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.65 Lakh
Price Breakup
1.86 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.2
4.1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
11 Litres
Engine Displacement
160.3 cc
155 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size
17
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Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
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Front Wheel Size
17
-
Calliper Type
Dual Piston
-
Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
-
Front Suspension
Upside-down Forks
Telescopic fork with 41.0 mm diameter
Rear Suspension
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Monocross (link suspension)
Front Tyre Size
100/80 - 17
100/80-17
Rear Tyre Size
130/70 - 17
140/70-17
Front Type
Disc
Tubeless
Rear Disc/Drum Size
230 mm
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Rear Type
Disc
-
Tubeless Tyres
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Tyre Size Spare
-

Instrumentation

Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

Basic Warranty
5 Years/75000 Km
2 Years/30000km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Perimeter Frame
Deltabox

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
160.3 cc
155 cc
Engine Type
4 Stroke& SOHC 4 Valve& Oil Cooled& Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine
Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& SOHC& 4-valve
No. of Cylinders
1
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
1.26 kwh
0.048 kwh
Battery Type
DC MF
-
Range
626 km/charge
-
Top Speed
120 kmph
136 kmph
Max Torque
14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Max Power
17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm
18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Oil cooled
Liquid Cooled
Configuration
Single cylinder
-
Charging Socket
-

Comfort & Convenience

Riding Modes
-
Low Battery Indicator
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Pillion Footrest
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-
Under Seat Storage
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
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Luggage Space
-
Engine Kill Switch
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Console Type
Semi-Digital
Digital
Seat Style
Split
-
Shutter Lock
-
Side Stand Indicator
check
check
Start Type
Kick and Electric
Self Start Only

Safety

Hazard Warning Indicator
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-
Brake Assist
-
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel
Power Modes
-
Slipper Clutch
Wet& multiple-disc
Traction Control System
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2017 mm
1990 mm
Width
803.5 mm
725 mm
Height
1060 mm
1135 mm
Wheelbase
1372 mm
1325 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
11 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.2 Litres
1 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Unladden/Kerb Weight
152 kg
142 kg
Seat Height
805 mm
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Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
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Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Design is sharp and aggressive
  • Easy to ride in traffic
  • Engine is responsive and performance-rich
  • Maintenance is budget-friendly
  • 'S' model makes the pillion seat far more comfortable
  • The best handling 150cc bike in the market
  • The most advanced 150cc bike out there
Cons
  • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
  • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
  • Engine buzzes in mid-range
  • If pillion comfort is priority, look elsewhere
  • Very pricey for the engine capacity
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Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Yamaha YZF R15S V3

Comfort & Convenience

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Yamaha YZF R15S V3, on the other hand, has Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and YZF R15S V3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. Yamaha YZF R15S V3 has 1135 mm seat height and 11 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Yamaha YZF R15S V3 Owner Reviews

  • Pulsar NS160 Review
  • YZF R15S V3 Review
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      Tushar
      1 Month ago
      Review for Bajaj Pulsar NS160
      4.6
      Good and amazing I was like this bike.
      Likes (1)
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      Himanshu
      2 Month ago
      Review for Bajaj Pulsar NS160
      5.0
      Awesome bike. Comfortable seats. The color options are nice and in white color, it looks very good. This bike is fast and furious. thank you.
      Likes (3)
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      Azam
      5 Month ago
      Review for Bajaj Pulsar NS160
      4.4
      The bike is appropriate for both city commuting and interstate journeys because of its powerful acceleration and good handling. Its agile mobility and sensitive throttle have been lauded by users as contributing to a pleasurable riding experience.
      Likes (1)
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      Unnikrishnan
      5 Month ago
      Review for Bajaj Pulsar NS160
      4.4
      The bike is renowned for its dependability and inexpensive maintenance. The bike is an affordable option for riders because of its reputation for being dependable and little maintenance.
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      Anuj
      5 Month ago
      Review for Bajaj Pulsar NS160
      3.0
      When I buy bike this was no 1 bike in India and now I have changed my mind.and thats why I like now I want to buy bike ev it's a future all country and its very good to ride every vehicle ev comfort and beautiful riding good fabulous
      Likes (5)
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