Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar N160 and the Yamaha R3 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Bajaj Pulsar N160 is available at ₹148,813, while the Yamaha R3 is priced at ₹359,900. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar N160 comes with a 164.82 cc unit compared to the Yamaha R3's 321cc, producing 16 PS @ 8750 rpm and 30.9 kW (42.0 PS) @ 10,750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 59.11 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar N160 versus 25 Kmpl for the Yamaha R3. 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 | 164.82 cc | 321cc |
| Engine Type | 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves |
| Power | 16 PS @ 8750 rpm | 30.9 kW (42.0 PS) @ 10,750 rpm |
| Torque | 14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm | 29.5 Nm (3.0 kgfm) @ 9,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 L | 14 L |
| Mileage | 59.11 Kmpl | 25 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 169 |
| Seat Height | 795 | 780 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual‑channel ABS | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | 300 mm Disc | Hydraulic single disc, 298 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Telescopic Forks | Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork) |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc | Hydraulic single disc, 220 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox mono‑shock | Swingarm |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 110/70 R17M/C 54H Tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70‑17 Tubeless | 140/70 R17M/C 66H Tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | Bi-functional Sealed LED projector HL with LED DRLs | Dual LED headlight |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12 V, 7.0 Ah |
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| Cluster | Semi‑digital LCD | LCD Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Brooklyn BlackPearl Metallic WhitePolar Sky BlueGlossy Racing Red | Icon Blue |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel Single Seat | 116142 Dual Channel Single Seat | 118909 Dual Channel Single Seat USD | 124549 Dual Channel Split Seat USD | 128496 | | 339028 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 5‑speed manual | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |
