Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs Hero Xtreme 160R vs TVS Raider 125 Comparison
Updated: 11, Jul, 2025 06:19 AM
Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 99,571
* Delhi. May vary.
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Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 1,24,986
* Delhi. May vary.
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Ex-Showroom Price
₹ 95,219
* Delhi. May vary.
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |||
| Wheelbase | |||
| 1353 mm | 1327 mm | 1326 mm | |
| Kerb Weight | |||
| 144 kg | 139.5 kg | 123 kg | |
| Overall Length | |||
| 2012 mm | 2029 mm | 2070 mm | |
| Overall Width | |||
| 810 mm | 793 mm | 785 mm | |
| Overall Height | |||
| 1078 mm | 1052 mm | 1028 mm | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | |||
| 12 litres | 12 litres | 10 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | |||
| 179 mm | 167 mm | 180 mm | |
| Seat Height | |||
| 805 mm | 790 mm | 780 mm | |
PERFORMANCE FIGURES | |||
| 0-60 kmph | |||
| 6 secs | 4.7 secs | 5.9 secs | |
COMFORT FEATURES | |||
| Electric Start | |||
| NA | |||
| Pillion Footrest | |||
| NA | |||
| Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |||
| Pillion Grabrail | |||
| Aluminium Pillion Handle | |||
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED | |||
| Mileage | |||
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 mileage is 50-55 kmpl (approximate). | Hero Xtreme 160R mileage is 45-50 kmpl (approximate). | TVS Raider 125 mileage is 67 kmpl (certified). | |
| Performance | |||
| In terms of performance, the 125cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in around 6 seconds. | In terms of performance, the street bike can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in 4.7 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 125cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in around 5.9 seconds. | |
| Top Speed | |||
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 top speed is 112 kmph (approximate). | Hero Xtreme 160R top speed is 115 kmph (approximate). | TVS Raider 125 top speed is 99 kmph (certified). | |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |||
| Engine cc (Displacement) | |||
| 124.45 cc | 163 cc | 124.8 cc | |
| Bore | |||
| 54.0 mm | NA | 53.5 mm | |
| Stroke | |||
| 58.8 mm | NA | 55.5 mm | |
| Number of Cylinders | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Gearbox Type | |||
| Constant Mesh | Constant Mesh | NA | |
| Engine Details | |||
| 124.45cc, Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve, SOHC, Single Cylinder, DTS-i Ei Engine | 163cc, Air-Cooled, Single Cylinder | 124.8cc, Air-Oil Cooled, 3-Valves, Single Cylinder Engine | |
| Maximum Power | |||
| 12 HP @ 8500 rpm | 15 HP @ 8500 rpm | 11.2 HP @ 7500 rpm | |
| Maximum Torque | |||
| 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm | 14 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm | |
| Number of Gears | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Clutch | |||
| Wet Multiplate Clutch | Wet Multi-plate | NA | |
| Cooling | |||
| Air Cooled | Air Cooling | Air/Oil Cooled | |
| Emission Norms | |||
| BS6-Compliant | BS6-Compliant | BS6-Compliant | |
| Fuel System | |||
| Fuel Injection | Advanced Programmed Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |||
| Neutral Indicator | |||
| NA | |||
| Fuel Gauge | |||
| Digital | NA | NA | |
| Tachometer | |||
| Analogue | Digital | Digital | |
| Trip Meter | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Speedometer | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
| Odometer | |||
| Digital | Digital | NA | |
| Clock | |||
| Digital | Digital | Digital | |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |||
| Braking System | |||
| CBS (Combined Braking System) | 1-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) | SBT (Synchronized Braking System) | |
| Similar Bikes | |||
| Honda SP125, Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon, KTM Duke 125, Hero Glamour 125, Hero Super Splendor, TVS Raider | Yamaha FZS V3, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Bajaj Pulsar NS160, Suzuki Gixxer 155, Honda CB Hornet 160R | Honda Shine 125, Bajaj Pulsar NS125, KTM Duke 125, Hero Super Splendor, Hero Glamour 125, Honda SP125 | |
| Key Features | |||
| Some of the key Bajaj Pulsar NS125 features include - Digi-Analogue Console, Stylish Alloy Wheels, Attractive Colour Options, Wolf-Eyed Headlamp & Infinity Twin-Strip LED Tail Lamp, 5-step Monoshock Suspension. | All-Digital Instrument Console, LED Headlight, LED Tail Light, ABS, Wide Rear Tyre | Full Digital Reverse LCD Cluster with Multi-colour, Gear Shift and Position Indicator, Top Speed Recorder, Distance to Empty & Average Fuel Economy, Wider Split Seat, Wider Tyres, Under Seat Storage, Synchronized Braking Technology, Helmet Attention Indication, Side Stand Indication with Engine Cut Off, USB Charger (Optional), Toe Gear Shift, LED Headlight & Tail Lamps, Auto Idle Start Stop Technology, Ride Modes -Shoot, Wider Swing Arm, Engine Guard, Unique 3-Valve Engine with ISG Silent Start, Eco-Thrust Fuel Injection Technology. | |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |||
| Pass Light | |||
| Voltage | |||
| 12V | NA | 12V | |
| Capacity | |||
| 8Ah | NA | 4Ah | |
| Automatic Headlamp On (AHO) | |||
| Turn Signal Light (Front) | |||
| LED | LED | NA | |
| Turn Signal Light (Rear) | |||
| LED | LED | NA | |
| Head Light | |||
| 12V 35/35 W Halogen Headlamp with Wolf-Eye Design | LED | LED | |
| Battery Type | |||
| Maintenance Free, VRLA | MF | Maintenance Free | |
| Tail Light | |||
| Infinity Twin-Strip LED Taillight | LED | LED | |
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW | |||
| Design | |||
| Performance | |||
| In terms of performance, the 125cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in around 6 seconds. | In terms of performance, the street bike can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in 4.7 seconds. | In terms of performance, the 125cc motorcycle can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in around 5.9 seconds. | |
| Comfort | |||
| Fuel Economy | |||
| Features | |||
| Build Quality | |||
| Value for Money | |||
BRAKES AND TYRES | |||
| Tubeless Tyres | |||
| Front Brake | |||
| 240mm Disc | 276mm Single Disc | 130mm Drum | |
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Rear Brake | |||
| 130mm Drum | 220mm Single Disc | 130mm Drum | |
| Front Wheel | |||
| 17-inch | 17-inch | NA | |
| Rear Wheel | |||
| 17-inch | 17-inch | NA | |
| CBS | |||
| NA | NA | ||
| Front Tyre | |||
| 80/100-17 | 100/80-17 | 80/100-17 (46P) | |
| Rear Tyre | |||
| 100/90-17 | 130/70-R17 | 100/90-17 (55P) | |
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |||
| Front Suspension | |||
| Telescopic Forks | 37mm Showa Telescopic Forks | Telescopic Forks | |
| Rear Suspension | |||
| 5-Step Monoshock | 7-Step Rider Adjustable Monoshock | Monoshock, 5-Step Adjustable, Gas Charged | |
| Frame (Chassis) | |||
| Perimeter Frame | Tubular Diamond | NA | |
Miscellaneous Information | |||
| Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price | |||
| Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges. | Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges. | Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges. | |
Colour Options and Price in India | |||
| 2-Wheeler Type | |||
| Naked | Naked | Naked | |
| Official Tagline | |||
| Lean Mean Street Machine | Urban Race | The Wicked Ride | |
| Availability Status in India | |||
| Available | Available | Available | |
| Bike Variant | |||
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 (New Model) | Hero Xtreme 160R (Dual Disc Brake Model) | TVS Raider 125 (New Model) | |
| Latest Price in India | |||
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 price is Rs 99,571 (ex-showroom). | Hero Xtreme 160R price is Rs 1.25 lakh (ex-showroom). | TVS Raider 125 price is Rs 95,219 (ex-showroom). | |
| Fuel Type | |||
| Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Colour Options | |||
| Pewter Grey, Beach Blue, Fiery Orange, Burnt Red | White with Grey, Blue with Grey, and Sports Red with Grey | Fiery Yellow, Striking Red, Blazing Blue, Wicked Black | |
| On Road Price | |||
| Bajaj Pulsar NS125 on road price is Rs 1.15 lakh in Delhi, Rs 1.18 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 1.16 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 1.17 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Bajaj dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city. | Hero Xtreme 160R on road price is Rs 1.44 lakh in Delhi, Rs 1.49 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 1.46 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 1.47 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Hero dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city. | TVS Raider 125 on road price is Rs 1.10 lakh in Delhi, Rs 1.13 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 1.11 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 1.12 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest TVS dealership to get the exact-on road price quote in your city. | |
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