2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Vs Rivals - Most Detailed Comparison

The latest updates to the 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 bring it into fierce competition with its competitors, the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and TVS Xtreme 160R, all belonging to the 160cc segment. Here's a comprehensive comparison covering specifications, features, and more. Also, you can join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group below for the latest automotive updates.

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Price And Variant

Model (Pulsar NS160 )	Price	Model (TVS Apache RTR 160 4V )	Price	Model (Hero Xtreme 160R)	Price
Pulsar NS160	Rs 1,46,000	Drum	Rs 1,23,870	Single Disc	Rs 1,21,636
		Disc	Rs 1,27,370	Double Disc	Rs 1,24,986
		BT Disc	Rs 1,30,670	Stealth	Rs 1,26,804
		Special Edition	Rs 1,32,170	Connected	Rs 1,32,832
		Dual Channel ABS	Rs 1,37,670

The NS160 pulsar comes in a single version with Bluetooth and dual ABS. However, compared to its competitors, it's the priciest option.

The top model of the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V with dual-channel ABS costs 1,37,670 rupees, making it 8,330 rupees cheaper, while the Xtreme 160R is priced at 1,32,832 rupees, making it 13,168 rupees cheaper.

Power And Performance

	Bajaj Pulsar NS160	TVS Apache RTR 160 4V	Hero Xtreme 160R
Engine	Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i Engine	SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	Air Cooled, 4 Stroke 2 Value Single Cylinder Ohc
Valve per cylinder	4-Valve	4-Valve	2-Valve
Displacement	160.3 cc	159.7 cc	163 cc
Max Power	12.7 kW (17.2 PS) @ 9000 rpm	12.91 kW (17.55 PS) @ 9250 rpm	11.2 Kw (15.2 PS) @8500
Max Torque	14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm	14.73 Nm @ 7250 rpm	14 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Gearbox	5 Speed	5 Speed	5 Speed

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Hardware

	Bajaj Pulsar NS160	TVS Apache RTR 160 4V	Hero Xtreme 160R
Front Suspension	Up Side Down Fork	Telescopic Forks	Telescopic (37mm Dia) with Anti Friction Bush
Rear Suspension	Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister	Mono Shock	7 Step Rider  Adjustable Monoshock
Brakes Front	Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc	270 mm dia Petal Disc	276 Mm Petal Disc, Single Channel Abs
Brakes Rear	230 mm Disc(ABS)	200 mm dia Petal Disc	Disc 220mm Petal
Front Tyre	100/80-17 52 P Tubeless	90/90-17 49P Tubeless	100/80-17 (Tubeless)
Rear Tyre	130/70-17 62 P Tubeless	110/80-17 57P Tubeless (160 4V Standard-Drum) 130/70 R17 M/C 62P Tubeless (Radial tyre)	130/70-R17 (Tubeless)

Features

All three models, Apache, Hero Xtreme 160R, and the new Pulsar NS200, come with advanced features such as Bluetooth connectivity. Apache features SmartXonnect for turn-by-turn navigation, call/SMS alerts, and various riding modes.

Xtreme 160R offers an Inverted LCD Console with phone notifications, USB Charger, and Hero Connect 2.0 for live tracking and vehicle diagnostics.

The Pulsar NS200 boasts a fully digital instrument console with Bluetooth for phone pairing, call management, and turn-by-turn navigation. All models include features like gear position indicators and USB charging ports for added convenience.

Dimension

	Bajaj Pulsar NS160	TVS Apache RTR 160 4V	Hero Xtreme 160R
Length	2017 mm	2035 mm	2029 mm
Width	804 mm	790 mm	793 mm
Height	1060 mm	1050 mm (without Visor) 1111 mm (with Visor)	1052mm
Ground clearance	170 mm	180 mm	167mm
Wheelbase	1372 mm	1357 mm	1327mm

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