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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.2.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MotoGP Edition and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs.1.92 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Yamaha R15 M is 1 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.1 bhp @ 10000 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, R15 M provides a mileage of 40 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.2.00 LakhRs.1.92 Lakh
Engine Capacity155 cc373 cc
Power18.1 bhp @ 10000 rpm39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm
Mileage/Range40 kmpl28.5 kmpl
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Yamaha R15 M MotoGP Edition bike
Yamaha R15 M
MotoGP Edition
Rs. 2.00 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
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Rs. 1.92 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    2.25 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.16 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    155 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
    282
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    33
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    33
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    UpsidDowFronForks
    4mUpside-DowForks
    Rear Suspension
    Linked-Type MoNocross Suspension
    MoNoshock Absorbers
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    110/70 - 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    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
    2 Years or 30000 km
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Deltabox
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    -
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    3 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    155 cc
    373 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
    Battery Capacity
    0.048 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free (ETZ-5)
    -
    Top Speed
    140 kmph
    157 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 58.7 mm
    -
    Charging Socket
    -
    check
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled

    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
    3
    4
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    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
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

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

    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, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, 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 Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch 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 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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      • SC
        Suresh Chandra
        18 Jul 2025
        5.0
        Very good, stylish, and great-looking bike. I love this bike! The speed is awesome, and the projector light is very bright and effective. Its appearance is eye-catching, and the mileage is above 50 km/l.
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        Sukku
        12 Jul 2025
        5.0
        The Yamaha R15 M is the best bike in my eyes. Its stunning looks and road presence are absolutely unmatched. Whenever this bike hits the road, it turns heads with its aggressive styling. In terms of price and mileage, it offers great value too. This is not just a bike—it’s my dream bike, and I truly admire everything about it!
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        Prince
        08 Jul 2025
        5.0
        Good mileage compared to other sports bikes, which is why I want to purchase this bike soon. Its looks are awesome, and the lights are also good.
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      • DT
        Dupchen Tamang
        05 Jul 2025
        3.8
        Being this affordable in an era of stylish bikes, it definitely has the 'rizz' of a sexy-looking bike while offering all the essential features a college student needs.
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      • SR
        Sayan Rakshit
        30 Days ago
        4.6
        This bike is perfect for youngsters thanks to its stylish design and impressive mileage. Backed by Yamaha’s renowned engine quality, it’s a highly reliable choice for anyone who loves the sports bike segment.
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