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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Hero Splendor Plus XTEC Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price in Delhi is Rs 147206 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC price in Delhi is Rs 80161 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar NS160 makes 17.2 PS and 14.6 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Splendor Plus XTEC stand at 8.02 PS and 8.05 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar NS160 in 4 colours whereas the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC comes in 7 colours. Out of 157 user reviews, Splendor Plus XTEC scores 4.5 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 241 user reviews..TheBajaj Pulsar NS160 Mileage is around 52 kmpl, while the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC Mileage is around 83.2 kmpl.

Pulsar NS160 vs Splendor Plus XTEC

Key HighlightsPulsar NS160Splendor Plus XTEC
Mileage (Overall)52 kmpl83.2 kmpl
Max Power17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Body TypeSports Naked BikesCommuter Bikes
Engine TypeOil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-valve FI DTS-iAir Cooled, 4-stroke, Single Cylinder, OHC
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC Comparison

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        Bajaj Pulsar NS160
        Bajaj Pulsar NS160
        Rs1.47 Lakh*
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            Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
            Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
            Rs80,161*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price
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          Rs.1.74 Lakh onwards
          Rs.92,824 onwards
          Mileage (Overall)
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          52 kmpl
          83.2 kmpl
          Max Power
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          17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm
          8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
          User Rating
          4.4
          Based on 241 Reviews
          4.5
          Based on 157 Reviews
          Body Type
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          Sports Naked Bikes
          Commuter Bikes
          EMI Starts
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          		₹ 5,059
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          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          		₹ 2,693
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          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          Insurance
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          Rs.12,074
          Pulsar NS160 Insurance
          Rs.6,251
          Splendor Plus XTEC Insurance
          Colours
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          		Ebony Black Pearl Metallic White Pewter GreyCocktail Wine RedPearl Fadeless WhiteBlack Sparking BlueBlack Tornado GreyRed Black
          Brochure
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          Engine and Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-valve FI DTS-i
          Air Cooled, 4-stroke, Single Cylinder, OHC
          Displacement
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          160.3 cc
          97.2 cc
          No. of Cylinders
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          1
          Cooling System
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          Oil Cooled
          Air Cooled
          Valve Per Cylinder
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          2
          Fuel Supply
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          Fuel Injection
          Fuel Injection
          Clutch
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          Multiplate Wet Type
          Gear Box
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          6 Speed
          4 speed Constant Mesh
          Bore
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          50 mm
          Stroke
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          49.5 mm
          Emission Type
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          bs6-2.0
          bs6-2.0
          Max Torque
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          14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
          8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
          Starting
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          Kick and Self Start
          Kick and Self Start
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          Features
          Instrument Console
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          Digital
          Digital
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          Bluetooth
          Bluetooth
          Navigation
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          		Yes
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          Call/SMS Alerts
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          		Yes
          USB Charging Port
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          		NoYes
          Speedometer
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          Digital
          Digital
          Techometer
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          Digital
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          Tripmeter
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          -
          Digital
          Odometer
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          Digital
          Digital
          Additional Features Of Variant
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          Gear position indicator, Turn-By-Turn Navigation, Instantaneous Fuel Economy & Average Fuel Economy
          Side-stand Engine cut-off, High beam indicator, Neutral indicator, Meter illumination, xSens FI Technology,
          Seat Type
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          Split
          Single
          Passenger Footrest
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          		YesYes
          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          		Yes
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          Features and Safety
          Braking Type
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          Integrated Braking System
          Fuel Gauge
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          -
          Digital
          Additional Features
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          Gear position indicator, Turn-By-Turn Navigation, Instantaneous Fuel Economy & Average Fuel Economy
          Side-stand Engine cut-off, High beam indicator, Neutral indicator, Meter illumination, xSens FI Technology,
          Real Time Mileage Indicator
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          		Yes
          Mileage and Performance
          City Mileage
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          83.2 kmpl
          Highway Mileage
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          95.8 kmpl
          Overall Mileage
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          52 kmpl
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          Dimensions and Capacity
          Fuel Capacity
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          12 L
          9.8 L
          Width
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          804 mm
          720 mm
          Length
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          2017 mm
          2000 mm
          Height
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          1060 mm
          1052 mm
          Saddle Height
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          785 mm
          Ground Clearance
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          170 mm
          165 mm
          Wheelbase
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          1372 mm
          1236 mm
          Kerb Weight
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          152 kg
          112 kg
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          Electricals
          Headlight
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          LED
          Halogen
          Taillight
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          LED
          Bulb
          Turn Signal Lamp
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          LED
          Bulb
          DRLs
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          		YesYes
          Low Fuel Indicator
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          		NoYes
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
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          Tyres and Brakes
          Front Brake Diameter
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          300 mm
          130 mm
          Rear Brake Diameter
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          230 mm
          130 mm
          Underpinnings
          Frame
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          Perimeter
          Tubular Double Cradle

          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons

            Bajaj Pulsar NS160

            • Handles well and changes direction quickly
            • Now comes with smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation
            • Styling is similar to its bigger sibling, the NS200

            Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

            • Exceptionally lively and fuel-efficient within urban areas
            • The motorcycle remains stable while still being agile
            • Feature-rich for a 100cc commuter

            Bajaj Pulsar NS160

            • One of the heaviest bikes in its class
            • Engine isn’t refined at higher revs
            • Pulsar N160 does almost everything that the NS160 does, at a much lower price

            Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

            • The vibrations start creeping into the seat very early on
            • There is room for improvement in the suspension tuning, especially when encountering sharp bumps
            • The initial response from the front lever lacks the desired level of feedback

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          User Reviews of Comparison

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            sandras on Oct 29, 2024
            5.0
            It's so comfortable for both
            It's so comfortable for both passengers. The easy to maintain the rpm level for engine. Good performance in overall engine. Look wise is cool and unique.
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            shreyash on Oct 26, 2024
            5.0
            I want to purchase bike ns 160
            Very excellent ride comfortable seat. Mileage is very good. Look is very beauti beautifull. Braking system is very good. No bike like ns 160.
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            umesh on Oct 24, 2024
            3.8
            Good looking and affordable bike
            Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is a good looking and affordable naked bike with a nice combo of performance and comfort. Performance lacks while riding on rough roads, engine might feel.....
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            vikas on Oct 22, 2024
            5.0
            Leader in its segment
            Awesome bike within affordable range , totally worth and been launched keeping in view of the demand of youth and people of India
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            sayan on Oct 15, 2024
            4.2
            Over all are ok.. But braking system need upda
            Speed control safe. Switches not bad.. driving position so good. And also I faced some gear failure issue.Braking system need batter.
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            md on Nov 01, 2024
            5.0
            My splendor is good condition
            My splendor is good condition and very comfortable for riding and bike mileage is also best and perfomance also best
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            om on Oct 30, 2024
            5.0
            Light Better
            Best Experience And Bike is best For daily Use Marker Duety And Daily Running And Best Company and castumer And Dealers
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            saif on Oct 29, 2024
            4.5
            To good Lootlo
            Milage is tooo goood, is price ke hisaaab se best hai bike hai bhaiiiii bhadiya chalti hai bhai comfort hai or kya chahiye
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            khaja on Oct 28, 2024
            4.8
            I think it is the
            I think it is the best bike under 1lakh . I love its mileage and performance mainly . It has also a unique look . Over all I love this bike...
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            kapil on Oct 28, 2024
            3.7
            Hero splendor plus xtec 2.0 review
            A good bike and comfort is nice but not for high speed driving and the suspension is average and mileage is good
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          FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

          Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Hero Splendor Plus XTEC?

          As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a score of 4.4/5 while Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has rate of 4.5 /5.

          Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is cheaper?

          Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price starts at Rs 147206 & Hero Splendor Plus XTEC price starts at Rs 80161 in Delhi . Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is cheaper between these.
          *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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