Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the SUZUKI GSX-8R 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 SUZUKI GSX-8R is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the SUZUKI GSX-8R's 776 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 23.8 kmpl for the SUZUKI GSX-8R. 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 Cooling |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 776 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 81.8 bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 14 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 23.8 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 205 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc 310 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc Caliper - Rear 1 Piston |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 120/70ZR17M/C |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 180/55ZR17M/C |
| 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 | — |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | — |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Metallic Matt BlackMetallic Matt Sword SilverMetallic Triton Blue |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | STD | 988551 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
