Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Yamaha MT 15

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and Yamaha MT 15. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is ₹ 1,27,507 and Yamaha MT 15 is ₹ 1,38,900. Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is available in 4 colours and 1 variant and Yamaha MT 15 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 NS200 and Yamaha MT 15.

Pulsar NS200 vs MT 15 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar NS200	MT 15
Price	₹ 1,27,507	₹ 1,38,900
Capacity	199.5 cc	155 cc
Power	23.8 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	17.9 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Economy	35 kmpl	45 kmpl

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Pulsar NS200

Version
BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,27,507
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MT 15

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Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,38,900
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Pulsar NS200
BS VI
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MT 15
BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	23.8 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	17.9 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Maximum Torque	18.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	13.9 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	199.5	155
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	--	58
Stroke (mm)	--	58.7
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	--	11.6 : 1
Ignition	--	TCI (transistor controlled ignition)
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	3	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multi-Disc	Wet, Multiple Disc
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	10
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	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	420	450
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	35	45
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	282
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	220
Calliper Type	--	--
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	100/80-17" 52 P Tubeless	100/80-17M/C 52P - Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	130/70-17" 62 P Tubeless	140/70R17M/C 66H - Radial Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic Front Fork with Antifriction Bush	Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Nitrox Mono Shock Absorber with Canister	Linked-type Monocross suspension

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	156	138
Overall Length (mm)	2,017	2,020
Overall Width (mm)	804	800
Overall Height (mm)	1,075	1,070
Wheelbase (mm)	1,363	1,335
Ground Clearance (mm)	168	170
Seat Height (mm)	--	810
Chassis Type	Pressed steel Perimeter Frame	Deltabox

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	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	No
Front storage box	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	No
Stepped Seat	Yes	No
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	12V DC	12V DC
Battery	12V 8AH VRLA	12V,4.0Ah
Headlight Type	Multi-Reflector Type	LED Headlight
Headlight Bulb Type	H4 Blue Tinge 12V 55/60W	--
Brake/Tail Light	0.3/3 W, LED	LED Taillight
Turn Signal	Yes	12V, 10W x 2
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Features a six-speed gearbox
- Average maintainence cost
- Street bike with an aggresive stance
- Is easy to ride in the city
- Gets a refined 155cc motor
- Offers good fuel efficiency
Could be better
- Fit and finish can be better
- Vibrations at higher rpm
- Has a stiff suspension setup
- Could get better build quality
- Is pricey

Reviews

Overall rating
4.7(2015 ratings)
709 reviews
4.6(357 ratings)
117 reviews
Performance Parameters

Visual Appeal
4
4

Reliability
4
4

Performance
4
4

Comfort
4
4

Service Experience
4
4

Reviews

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Overview

Its very good bike in highway But in offroad its risky to change the gears Its too af

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Yamaha mt 15

1-i bought yamaha mt 15. Buying experience are very good from venus yamaha. 2-riding

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