Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 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 NS160 is available at ₹148,813, while the Hero Karizma XMR is priced at ₹181,400. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the Hero Karizma XMR's 210 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 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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| Cooling System | Oil-cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 210 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 11 litres |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 41.55 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 163.5 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc 300 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc 230 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 100/80 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 140/70 - 17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | MF Battery 12V- 6 Ah, ETZ-7 |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Turbo RedIconic YellowPhantom BlackCombat Grey |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | Top | 186644 Combat | 188257 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
