Comparing the Hero Karizma XMR and the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hero Karizma XMR is available at ₹181,400, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is priced at ₹148,813. On the engine front, the Hero Karizma XMR comes with a 210 cc unit compared to the Bajaj Pulsar NS160's 160.3 cc, producing 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm and 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 41.55 Kmpl for the Hero Karizma XMR versus 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160. 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 | Liquid Cooled | Oil-cooled |
| Displacement | 210 cc | 160.3 cc |
| Engine Type | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI |
| Power | 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm |
| Torque | 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litres | 12 L |
| Mileage | 41.55 Kmpl | 40.36 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 163.5 | 152 |
| Seat Height | 810 | 804 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 300 mm | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) |
| Rear Brake | Disc 230 mm | 230 mm Disc(ABS) |
| Rear Suspension | Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable | Nitrox Mono-shock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80 - 17 | 100/80-17 Tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 140/70 - 17 | 130/70-17 Tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | MF Battery 12V- 6 Ah, ETZ-7 | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA |
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| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | Semi-digital LCD |
| Color Options | Turbo RedIconic YellowPhantom BlackCombat Grey | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Top | 186644 Combat | 188257 | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6-speed manual |











