Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the TVS Raider 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 TVS Raider is priced at ₹87,010. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the TVS Raider's 124.8 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 8.37 kW @ 7,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 56 Kmpl for the TVS Raider. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Oil-cooled | Air & Oil‑cooled |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 124.8 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | Air & Oil‑cooled single‑cylinder, SI |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 8.37 kW @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 11.2 Nm @ 6,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 10 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 56 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 123 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 780 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | No, Synchronized Braking System |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc 240 / Drum 130 |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc 200 / Drum 130 |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | Monoshock, 5‑step adjustable, gas‑charged |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 80/100‑17, tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 100/90‑17, tubeless |
| 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 | 12V 4 Ah MF |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | Reverse LCD digital console with ride modes |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Blazing BlueFiery YellowStriking RedWicked BlackForza BlueNardo Grey (iGO variant) |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | Drum | 82860 Single Seat | 88470 iGo | 92520 Split Seat | 92520 Super Squad Edition | 93520 SXC Dual Disc | 96725 TFT Dual Disc | 98550 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric (self-start) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5‑speed manual |
