Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar 125 and the Hero Karizma XMR side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is available at ₹91,610, while the Hero Karizma XMR is priced at ₹181,400. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 comes with a 124.4 cc unit compared to the Hero Karizma XMR's 210 cc, producing 8.68 kW (11.8 PS) @ 8500 rpm and 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 51.46 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar 125 versus 41.55 Kmpl for the Hero Karizma XMR. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Air‑cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 124.4 cc | 210 cc |
| Engine Type | 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC |
| Power | 8.68 kW (11.8 PS) @ 8500 rpm | 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Torque | 10.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 11 litres |
| Mileage | 51.46 Kmpl | 41.55 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | Split: 144 / Single: 146 | 163.5 |
| Seat Height | 795 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | 240 mm Disc | Disc 300 mm |
| Front Suspension | 30mm Telescopic forks | Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush |
| Rear Brake | 130 mm Drum | Disc 230 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Hydraulic Suspension | Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 80/100 × 17 Tubeless | 100/80 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 100/90 × 17 Tubeless | 140/70 - 17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | 12 V HS1 35/35 W | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4Ah VRLA | MF Battery 12V- 6 Ah, ETZ-7 |
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| Cluster | Fully Digital LCD | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Racing Red Tan BeigeBlack Race RedBlack Cyan BlueBlack Dark GreyBlack Gold | Turbo RedIconic YellowPhantom BlackCombat Grey |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Seat | 92170 Split Seat | 94229 Neon Single Seat | 107675 | Top | 186644 Combat | 188257 |
| Starter | Electric & Kick | Self Start |
| Transmission | 5‑speed | 6 Speed Manual |
