Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the Yamaha R3 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 R3 is priced at ₹359,900. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the Yamaha R3'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 25 Kmpl for the Yamaha R3. 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, 2-cylinder, 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 | 25 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 169 |
| 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 | 110/70 R17M/C 54H Tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 140/70 R17M/C 66H 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) | Dual 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 | LCD Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Icon Blue |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | | 339028 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |
