Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the Hero SPLENDOR+ XTEC 2.0 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 SPLENDOR+ XTEC 2.0 is priced at ₹80,752. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the Hero SPLENDOR+ XTEC 2.0's 97.2 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 8.02 Kw @ 8000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 70 Kmpl for the Hero SPLENDOR+ XTEC 2.0. 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 | Oil-cooled | Air Cooled |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 97.2 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder OHC engine |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 8.02 Kw @ 8000 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 9.8 litres |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 70 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 112 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 785 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | No ABS |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Drum 130 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Drum 130 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | Swingarm 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 80/100 - 18 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 80/100 - 18 |
| 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 - 4Ah |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Matte GreyBlack Heavy GreyNobel Red |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | STD | 83214 |
| Starter | Electric | Kick and Self Start |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4 Speed Constant Mesh |










