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Hero Xtreme 125R vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero Xtreme 125R or Bajaj Pulsar NS160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Xtreme 125R and Pulsar NS160. Hero Xtreme 125R Price starts at Rs.98,839 (ex-showroom) for IBS OBD2B and Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs.1.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc. Hero Xtreme 125R is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.4 bhp @ 8250 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is a 1 cylinder, 160 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Xtreme 125R provides a mileage of 66 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar NS160 has a mileage of 52.2 kmpl (base model). Hero Xtreme 125R is available in 3 colours & 3 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Xtreme 125R vs Pulsar NS160

Key HighlightsHero Xtreme 125RBajaj Pulsar NS160
PriceRs.98,839Rs.1.30 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.7 cc160.3 cc
Power11.4 bhp @ 8250 rpm17.03 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Mileage/Range66 kmpl52.2 kmpl
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Hero Xtreme 125R IBS OBD2B bike
Hero Xtreme 125R
IBS OBD2B
Rs. 98,839
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.30 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.11 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.46 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.4
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    10 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    124.7 cc
    160.3 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    IBS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    240
    300
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    27
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    27
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Dia 37 ConventionaFork
    Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush
    Rear Suspension
    Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17
    100/80 - 17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

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

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond Frame
    Perimeter Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
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    2 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    124.7 cc
    160.3 cc
    Engine Type
    Air Cooled 4 Stroke
    4 Stroke and SOHC 4 Valve and Oil Cooled and Twin Spark BSVI DTS-i FI engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    1
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    -
    1.26 kwh
    Battery Type
    -
    DC MF
    Top Speed
    95 kmph
    120 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    52.4 mm x 57.8 mm
    58 mm x 60.7 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Twin Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Oil Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    Call/SMS Alerts
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    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
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    Halogen Bulb
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    Power Modes
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2009 mm
    2017 mm
    Width
    793 mm
    804 mm
    Height
    1051 mm
    1060 mm
    Wheelbase
    1319 mm
    1372 mm
    Ground Clearance
    180 mm
    176 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    10 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    -
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    794 mm
    805 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    136 kg
    152 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Stylish look with sharp design
    • Refined 125cc engine with good mid-range performance
    • The fit and finish of the motorcycle is top-notch
    • Comes with single-channel ABS
    • The handling of the motorcycle is quite good
    • The NVH level is well-maintained
    • It offers a well claimed fuel-efficiency of 66 kmpl
    • Design is sharp and aggressive
    • Easy to ride in traffic
    • Engine is responsive and performance-rich
    • Maintenance is budget-friendly
    Cons
    • The styling is a bit too sharp for some consumers
    • The rear seat is high which might create difficulty for ladies and old people
    • Braking could have been better
    • The suspension on the softer side
    • Single-channel ABS is not standard
    • Looks skinny in comparison to its rivals
    • Lacks connected features like Bluetooth
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
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    Detailed Comparison of Hero Xtreme 125R and Bajaj Pulsar NS160

    Safety

    Xtreme 125R comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Slipper Clutch. Pulsar NS160 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Hero Xtreme 125R has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator and Bajaj Pulsar NS160, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

    Transmission

    Hero Xtreme 125R comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar NS160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Hero Xtreme 125R has a 10 Litres fuel tank with 1051 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has 1060 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Hero Xtreme 125R and Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Owner Reviews

    • Xtreme 125R Review
    • Pulsar NS160 Review
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        Biswajit Dagra
        12 Sep 2025
        5.0

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      • Ak
        Atul kumar gupta
        10 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Awesome bike for all bike lovers! I recommend this bike to every biker. Thanks to the Pulsar company for making such an amazing bike.
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        Nayyub Saifi
        10 Sep 2025
        5.0
        The best-performing and most affordable bike in the 125cc segment. Both the look and design are awesome. It’s the fastest bike in its category. I’m glad to have this bike—thank you, Hero, for such an amazing ride.
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        Anonymous
        08 Sep 2025
        5.0
        This bike looks very dashing for its price. Considering its sporty look, it’s definitely worth it. If you buy this bike, it will be a good choice. Have a nice day.
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        Dev
        04 Sep 2025
        5.0
        A very nice and comfortable bike with excellent mileage and a striking, attractive look. This bike is truly designed as a youth icon, combining style and performance perfectly. If you’re looking for a stylish ride, just go for it.
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