Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and Suzuki Gixxer SF. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is ₹ 1,05,811 and Suzuki Gixxer SF is ₹ 1,25,076. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 3 colours and 1 variant and Suzuki Gixxer SF is available in 2 colours and 2 variants. 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 NS160 and Suzuki Gixxer SF.

Pulsar NS160 vs Gixxer SF Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar NS160	Gixxer SF
Price	₹ 1,05,811	₹ 1,25,076
Capacity	160.3 cc	155 cc
Power	16.8 bhp @ 9000 rpm	13.4 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Economy	42 kmpl	45 kmpl

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Bajaj
Pulsar NS160

Version
Twin Disc - ABS - BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,05,811
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Gixxer SF

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Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,25,076
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Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc - ABS - BS VI
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Gixxer SF
Standard - BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	16.8 bhp @ 9,000 rpm	13.4 bhp @ 8,000 rpm
Maximum Torque	14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm	13.8 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	160.3	155
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	--	56
Stroke (mm)	--	62.9
Valves Per Cylinder	4	2
Compression Ratio	--	--
Ignition	DTS-i	--
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	2	--
Cooling System	Oil Cooled	Air Cooled
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	--
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	12
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	2.4	--
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank & an electric bike can travel on a full charge	504	540
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	42	45
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	260	--
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	--
Calliper Type	--	--
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch) Rear Wheel Size	17	17
Front Tyre Size	90/90 -17 49 P Tubeless	100/80-17M/C 52P
Rear Tyre Size	120/80 -17 61 P Tubeless	140/60R17M/C 63P
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister	Swing Arm

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	151	148
Overall Length (mm)	2,017	2,025
Overall Width (mm)	803.5	715
Overall Height (mm)	1,060	1,035
Wheelbase (mm)	1,372	1,340
Ground Clearance (mm)	177	165
Seat Height (mm)	--	795
Chassis Type	Perimeter Frame	--

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
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	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	No
Stepped Seat	Yes	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
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	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12 V DC	--
Battery	12V Full DC MF	Maintenance free 12V, 3Ah
Headlight Type	Halogen	LED Head lamp
Headlight Bulb Type	H4 (12V 55/60W)	12 V 35/35 W
Brake/Tail Light	LED Taillamp	LED Taillamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Gets a tractable engine
- Good ride and handling
- Affordable spare parts
- Powerful and peppy motor
- Fully-faired design looks good
- Excellent riding dynamics
Could be better
- Old-looking instrument cluster
- It gets skinnier rear tyre as compared to its rivals
- The parts tend to wear out soon
- Air-cooled engine can get hot in traffic
- Lack of sixth gear

Reviews

Overall rating
4.6(1045 ratings)
323 reviews
4.6(216 ratings)
77 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4
Reliability	4	4
Performance	5	4
Comfort	4	4
Service Experience	4	4
Value for Money	4	3

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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 First Ride Review

11 September 2017

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