Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R Detailed Comparison: Which One Comes Out On Top?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 has a muscular design, featuring a headlamp similar to its larger siblings, a slightly bulky tank, split seats, and a tail that tapers as you move back, giving it a sporty and youthful vibe. This style appeals to both young riders and adults looking for a dynamic bike.

A key competitor for this bike is the Hero Xtreme 125R, which also has a muscular and stylish appearance. In this article, Ill be doing a detailed comparison of both models, covering their features, specs, prices, variants, and more to help you see which one stands out in different aspects. Before moving ahead, join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay updated on the latest automotive news.

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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R: Compare Variants, Prices, & Colour Options

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Variant	Ex-showroom Price	Colour Options	Hero Xtreme 125R Variant	Ex-showroom Price	Colour Options
Standard	Rs 1,01,050	Fiery Orange, Burnt Red, Beach Blue, Pewter Grey	Xtreme 125R IBS	Rs 95,000	COBALT BLUE, FIRESTORM RED, STALLION BLACK
			Xtreme 125R ABS	Rs 99,500	COBALT BLUE, FIRESTORM RED, STALLION BLACK

The Pulsar NS 125 is available in a single variant, while its competitor, the Xtreme R125, offers two variantsIBS and ABS. When comparing the IBS variant with the NS 125, you'll find that its priced Rs 6,050 lower. The ABS variant is also cheaper, by Rs 1,550.

Although the price difference between the top variant of the Xtreme R125 and the Pulsar NS 125 isnt significant, youll notice a decent price gap depending on the variant you choose. If youre considering the base variant, the Xtreme R125 offers a clear advantage by saving you more money.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R: Engine Specs - Who Leads in Power?

Specification	Pulsar NS 125	Xtreme 125R
Engine Type	4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine	Air Cooled 4 Stroke
Max Power	12 bhp at 8500 rpm	11.4 bhp at 8250 rpm
Max Torque	11 Nm at 7000 rpm	10.5 Nm at 6500 rpm
Clutch	Wet Multi Plate	Wet Multi Plate
Transmission	5-speed	5-speed

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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R: Braking, Suspension, Wheels, More

Feature	Pulsar NS 125	Xtreme 125R
Front Suspension	37 mm Conventional Fork	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Hydraulic Shock Absorbers	Mono shocks
Front Brakes	240 mm Disc	240 mm Disc / 276 mm Disc
Front Braking System	ABS	Xtreme 125R IBS variant: CBS Xtreme 125R ABS variant: ABS
Rear Brakes	130 mm Drum	130 mm Drum
Braking System	CBS	CBS
Front Tyre Size	R17  Tubeless	R17  Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	R17  Tubeless	R17  Tubeless
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R: Which One Has Better Features?

Both the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and Hero Xtreme 125R share several features, including LED headlamps and taillamps, a digital cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, call and SMS alerts, a USB charging port, electric start, a pass switch, and a kill switch, among others. This means that in terms of features, there isn't a significant difference between the two. However, the Hero Xtreme 125R offers an additional hazard lamp, which is not available on the Pulsar NS 125.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs Hero Xtreme 125R: Which Has Bigger Dimensions?

	Pulsar NS 125	Xtreme 125R	Difference
Length	2012 mm	2009 mm	Pulsar NS 125 is 3 mm longer
Width	810 mm	793 mm	Pulsar NS 125 is 17 mm wider
Height	1078 mm	1051 mm	Pulsar NS 125 is 27 mm taller
Ground Clearance	179 mm	180 mm	Xtreme 125R is 1 mm higher
Saddle Height	805 mm	794 mm	Pulsar NS 125 is 11 mm taller
Wheelbase	1353 mm	1319 mm	Pulsar NS 125 is 34 mm longer
Kerb Weight	144 kg	136 kg	Pulsar NS 125 is 8 kg heavier
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 L	10 L	Pulsar NS 125 has 2 L more

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