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Honda Hornet 2.0 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Hornet 2.0 or Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Hornet 2.0 and Pulsar NS400Z. Honda Hornet 2.0 Price starts at Rs.1.58 Lakh (ex-showroom) for OBD2B and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs.1.92 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Honda Hornet 2.0 is 1 cylinder, 184 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Hornet 2.0 provides a mileage of 42.3 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar NS400Z has a mileage of 28.5 kmpl (base model). Honda Hornet 2.0 is available in 4 colours & 4 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Hornet 2.0 vs Pulsar NS400Z

Key HighlightsHonda Hornet 2.0Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
PriceRs.1.58 LakhRs.1.92 Lakh
Engine Capacity184.4 cc373 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 8500 rpm39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm
Mileage/Range42.3 kmpl28.5 kmpl
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Honda Hornet 2.0 OBD2B bike
Honda Hornet 2.0
OBD2B
Rs. 1.58 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
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Rs. 1.92 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.77 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.16 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.0
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    184.4 cc
    373 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
    276
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Upside down Fork (USD)
    4mUpside-DowForks
    Rear Suspension
    Monoshock
    MoNoshock Absorbers
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70 - 17
    110/70 - 17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/42000 Kms
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond Type
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    -
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    3 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    184.4 cc
    373 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke SI Engine
    Liquid Cooled& 4V& DOHC with DLC coated finger followers
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Range
    540 km/charge
    -
    Top Speed
    130 kmph
    157 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    61 mm x 63.09 mm
    -
    Charging Socket
    -
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    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection

    Comfort & Convenience

    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    4
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check
    Handle Type
    -
    Hydroformed tubular Street fighter handlebar

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    check
    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
    -
    4
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist & Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2034 mm
    -
    Width
    783 mm
    -
    Height
    1064 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1355 mm
    1344 mm
    Ground Clearance
    167 mm
    168 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12 Litres
    12 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports
    Seat Height
    790 mm
    807 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    142 kg
    174 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Gets upside down front forks
    • Full digital instrument cluster
    • Great service reach
    • It is worth for its cost and easy to maintain.
    • Superbly priced for the segment it belongs to
    • Use of cycle parts from siblings makes the maintenance costs less
    • Puch-packed performance from the engine
    • Agile handling makes it fun to ride on the city streets
    • Braking entices confidence inside the new riders
    Cons
    • Misses out on dual-channel ABS
    • Pillion seat has less space
    • Priced quite high
    • Design looks similar to the smaller N250 and NS200
    • Build quality could have been better considering the use of cycle parts
    • Seat comfort is not as good as you would like it to be
    • Barebone features like LCD console make it feel less premium
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    Detailed Comparison of Honda Hornet 2.0 and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

    Safety

    Hornet 2.0 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Pulsar NS400Z has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Honda Hornet 2.0 has features like Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Honda Hornet 2.0 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar NS400Z comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Honda Hornet 2.0 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1064 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Honda Hornet 2.0 and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Owner Reviews

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      • SC
        Sarath C
        30 Jul 2025
        4.4
        It’s great for everyday commuting and has an attractive look with decent mileage. The bike has a strong road presence. I've taken it on many solo trips as well as group rides and every moment has been truly enjoyable.
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        Aayan Nahar
        08 Jul 2025
        4.4
        The Hornet 2.0 delivers punchy performance, aggressive styling, and sharp handling. Its refined engine, led lighting, and muscular build make it a perfect blend of power, comfort, and street presence.
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        FARDEEN
        28 Days ago
        3.4
        The Hornet 2.0 is a sporty and stylish bike equipped with a powerful 184cc engine. It offers excellent pickup, LED lights, and a digital console. Its key highlights include impressive mileage, strong braking, and a smooth ride quality. Overall, it’s a perfect blend of performance and style.
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        Md Kaif
        31 Days ago
        5.0
        Honda Hornet has best features includes its aggressive streetfighter design, speed and refinded 160cc, engine, LED headlamp and tail lamp, digital instrument cluster, monoshock rear suspension and single channel abs for added safety. It also offers a comfortable riding posture, good fuel efficiency, reliable. Honda build quality, making it a strong choice in the 160 cc segment.
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        Anshul sharma
        1 Month ago
        4.0
        This bike is best for performance and mileage also with good looks. Overall this is a great deal for all types of people. I am using this for 6 years and I can say its a perfect fit for 160cc segment.
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