Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the YAMAHA MT-03 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 YAMAHA MT-03 is priced at ₹349,900. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the YAMAHA MT-03's 321cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 30.9 kW (42.0 PS) @ 10,750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 26.31 Kmpl for the YAMAHA MT-03. 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 | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 321cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 30.9 kW (42.0 PS) @ 10,750 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 29.5 Nm (3.0 kgfm) @ 9,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 14 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 26.31 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 167 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 780 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Hydraulic single disc, 298 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork) |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Hydraulic single disc, 220 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | Swingarm |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 110/70R17M/C (54H) |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 140/70R17M/C (66H) |
| 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) | Projector type Bi-functional LED Headlight |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | 12 V, 7.0 Ah |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | Digital |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Midnight CyanMidnight Black |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | | 329608 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |









