Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs Honda Unicorn

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar 150 and Honda Unicorn. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar 150 is ₹ 90,387 and Honda Unicorn is ₹ 95,254. Bajaj Pulsar 150 is available in 3 colours and 3 variants and Honda Unicorn is available in 3 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Bajaj Pulsar 150 and Honda Unicorn.

Pulsar 150 vs Unicorn Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar 150	Unicorn
Price	₹ 90,387	₹ 95,254
Capacity	149.5 cc	162.7 cc
Power	13.6 bhp @ 8,000 rpm	12.5 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Economy	50 kmpl	56 kmpl

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Pulsar 150

Version

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 90,387
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Unicorn

Version
Standard - BS VI

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₹ 95,254
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Pulsar 150
Neon - ABS - BS VI
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Unicorn
Standard - BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	13.6 bhp @ 8,000 rpm	12.5 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	13.4 Nm @ 6,000 rpm	14 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	149.5	162.7
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	56	57.3
Stroke (mm)	60.7	63.1
Valves Per Cylinder	2	2
Compression Ratio	9.8 +/- 0.3 : 1	10±0.2
Ignition	Digital Twin Spark Ignition	Digital
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet Multiplate
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	15	13
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	3.2	--
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank & an electric bike can travel on a full charge	750	728
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	50	56
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	240	240
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	130	130
Calliper Type	--	Floating, two pistons
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	18
Rear Wheel Size (inch) Rear Wheel Size	17	18
Front Tyre Size	80/100 17 Tubeless	80/100-18 M/C 47P
Rear Tyre Size	100/90 17 Tubeless	100/90-18 M/C 56P
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	No
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic, with anti-friction bush	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	5 way adjustable, Nitrox shock absorber	Monoshock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	144	140
Overall Length (mm)	2,055	2,081
Overall Width (mm)	755	756
Overall Height (mm)	1,060	1,103
Wheelbase (mm)	1,320	1,335
Ground Clearance (mm)	165	187
Seat Height (mm)	--	798
Chassis Type	Double Cradle	Diamond

features


Odometer	Digital	Analogue
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	--
Mobile App Connectivity	No	--
GPS & Navigation	No	--
Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock breaking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Single Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS
USB charging port	No	--
Front storage box	No	--
Under seat storage	No	--
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue
Stand Alarm	Yes	No
Stepped Seat	No	No
No. of Tripmeters	2	1
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Analogue
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	No	No
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	No
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	No
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	No
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	No	No
Electric System	12V	12V DC
Battery	12V Full DC	12V 4Ah
Headlight Type	Halogen	Halogen And Bulb Type
Headlight Bulb Type	35/35 W with 2 pilot lamps	12V 35/35W
Brake/Tail Light	LED Tail Lamp	Bulb Type
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Engine performance is good
- Great service reach
- Cheap to maintain
- 150cc engine offers excellent refinement
- Has good low and mid-range torque
- Good fuel efficiency
Could be better
- Quite old instrument cluster design
- Gets a skinny rear tyre
- Design is too old
- Not a feature rich motorcycle
- Quite pricey for its segment

Reviews

Overall rating
4.5(2989 ratings)
999 reviews
4.5(26 ratings)
10 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	3
Reliability	4	3
Performance	4	5
Comfort	4	3
Service Experience	4	3
Maintenance cost	4	4
Value for Money	4	3
Extra Features	4	5

Reviews

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The bike that meant to be a life life dr

For this price range it is good buy as it ensures a good riding experience. The total

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Great bike in 160cc segment

Superb riding ,low running cost, great performance best in it's segment.Those who wan

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