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Yamaha R15 M vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha R15 M or Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R15 M and Pulsar NS400Z. Yamaha R15 M Price starts at Rs.1.84 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Metallic Grey and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs.1.93 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15 M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.15 bhp @ 10000 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 42.41 bhp @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R15 M provides a mileage of 55.2 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar NS400Z has a mileage of 28.5 kmpl (base model). Yamaha R15 M is available in 1 colours & 5 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

R15 M vs Pulsar NS400Z

Key HighlightsYamaha R15 MBajaj Pulsar NS400Z
PriceRs.1.84 LakhRs.1.93 Lakh
Engine Capacity155 cc373.27 cc
Power18.15 bhp @ 10000 rpm42.41 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Mileage/Range55.2 kmpl28.5 kmpl
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Yamaha R15 M Metallic Grey bike
Yamaha R15 M
Metallic Grey
Rs. 1.84 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
STD
Rs. 1.93 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    2.07 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.17 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.4
    4.4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    155 cc
    373.27 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Fixed
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    282
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    R17
    R17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    33
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    33
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    R17
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
    Up Side Down
    Rear Suspension
    Linked-Type Monocross Suspension
    Monoshock with Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17M/C 52P
    110/70 R17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Digital
    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
    2 Years / 30000 kms
    5 Years/75000 Km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Deltabox
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    TCI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    3 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    155 cc
    373.27 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
    Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC Coated Finger Followers
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    140 kmph
    157 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 58.7 mm
    89mm x 60mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    DOHC
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    18.15 bhp @ 10000 rpm
    42.41 bhp @ 9000 rpm
    Max Torque
    14.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
    35 Nm @ 7500 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    2
    4
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    check
    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
    check
    check
    Radial Tyres
    check
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    3
    4
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1990 mm
    1990 mm
    Width
    725 mm
    846 mm
    Height
    1135 mm
    1057 mm
    Wheelbase
    1325 mm
    1344 mm
    Ground Clearance
    170 mm
    168 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports
    Seat Height
    815 mm
    807 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    141 kg
    174 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • 155cc engine offers fast & thrilling performance with reliability
    • Amazing road presence due to design
    • Fit & finish is very good for its price
    • Very good beginner bike for track riding experience
    • Comes loaded with the latest features like Quickshifter, etc.
    • 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
    • Pricey when compared to the R15 V4
    • Not a very comfortable bike for long rides
    • Engine buzzes a little in the mid-range performance
    • 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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    Safety

    R15 M comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Slipper Clutch, Traction Control System, 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

    Yamaha R15 M has features like Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, 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

    Yamaha R15 M comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar NS400Z comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Yamaha R15 M has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has 1057 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Yamaha R15 M and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Owner Reviews

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      • KP
        Kuheli Patra
        13 Dec 2025
        5.0
        Riding this bike for the first time was an amazing experience. The thrill and passion of the ride, combined with the speed and engine sound, make it very exciting. The engine is safe and reliable, and the matte finish color adds a stylish touch. Overall, it’s a very good bike and a great experience.
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        Akshay Tope
        30 Nov 2025
        5.0
        It has an amazing design and good speed. The mileage is nice, and the seat height is very comfortable. The new meter looks beautiful. The suspension and pickup are also very good. My friend likes this bike too. I love this bike.
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        Raj singh
        25 Nov 2025
        5.0
        Nice, Bahut hi badhiya bike hai. Is bike ke features bhi kaafi achhe hain aur looks bhi bahut acchi hai. Overall, very nice.
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        Raja vairamuthu
        1 Month ago
        4.4
        This is the best model for a low-maintenance vehicle. While I faced some minor issues, it is truly good for long-term use. The mileage averages about 58 MPG on the highway, 54 MPG for city rides on normal days, and around 51 MPG during the rainy season.
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      • DD
        DHIRAJ Dk
        1 Month ago
        5.0
        My dream bike ,I love this bike.
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