Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the Hero Xtreme 250R 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 Xtreme 250R is priced at ₹180,000. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the Hero Xtreme 250R's 249.03 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 30 PS @ 9250rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 37 Kmpl for the Hero Xtreme 250R. 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 engine |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 249.03 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 | 30 PS @ 9250rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 11.5 Litres |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 37 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 167.7 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 806 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel Switchable ABS with 2 modes |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc 320 mm , Petal disc |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork (120 mm stroke) |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc 230 mm, Petal Disc |
| 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 | 110/70 17 M/C 54H |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 150/60 17 M/C 66W |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless radial tyres |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Diamond Cut Alloy wheels |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | Class-D LED Projector Headlamp, with LED DRLs |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | MF Battery 12V- 8 Ah, ETZ-9 |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | LCD Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Firestorm RedStealth BlackNeon Shooting Star |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | STD | 172651 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed, Constant Mesh |










