Suzuki Gixxer vs Bajaj Pulsar NS160

BikeWale brings you comparison of Suzuki Gixxer and Bajaj Pulsar NS160. The ex-showroom price of Suzuki Gixxer is ₹ 1,15,078 and Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is ₹ 1,05,811. Suzuki Gixxer is available in 3 colours and 1 variant and Bajaj Pulsar NS160 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 Suzuki Gixxer and Bajaj Pulsar NS160.

Gixxer vs Pulsar NS160 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Gixxer	Pulsar NS160
Price	₹ 1,15,078	₹ 1,05,811
Capacity	155 cc	160.3 cc
Power	13.4 bhp @ 8,000 rpm	16.8 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Economy	45 kmpl	42 kmpl

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Suzuki
Gixxer

Version
Single Channel ABS - BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,15,078
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Pulsar NS160

Version
Twin Disc - ABS - BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,05,811
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Gixxer
Single Channel ABS - BS VI
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Pulsar NS160
Twin Disc - ABS - BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	13.4 bhp @ 8,000 rpm	16.8 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Maximum Torque	13.8 Nm @ 6,000 rpm	14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	155	160.3
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	56	--
Stroke (mm)	62.9	--
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Compression Ratio	--	--
Ignition	--	DTS-i
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	--	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Oil 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	540	504
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	45	42
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	100/80-17M/C 52P	90/90 -17 49 P Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	140/60R17M/C 63P	120/80 -17 61 P Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	No
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic	Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush
Rear Suspension	Swing Arm	Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	141	151
Overall Length (mm)	2,020	2,017
Overall Width (mm)	800	803.5
Overall Height (mm)	1,035	1,060
Wheelbase (mm)	1,335	1,372
Ground Clearance (mm)	160	177
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	Digital	Analogue
Stand Alarm	No	Yes
Stepped Seat	Yes	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	1	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	No	Yes
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
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	--	12 V DC
Battery	Maintenance free 12V, 3Ah	12V Full DC MF
Headlight Type	LED Head Lamp	Halogen
Headlight Bulb Type	--	H4 (12V 55/60W)
Brake/Tail Light	LED Tail Lamp	LED Taillamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Easy to ride in the city
- Gets a smooth and potent engine
- Offers comfortable ergonomics
- Gets a tractable engine
- Good ride and handling
- Affordable spare parts
Could be better
- Ride quality is moderately stiff
- Headlamp illumination could be better
- Old-looking instrument cluster
- It gets skinnier rear tyre as compared to its rivals
- The parts tend to wear out soon

Reviews

Overall rating
4.2(97 ratings)
42 reviews
4.6(1045 ratings)
323 reviews
Performance Parameters

Visual Appeal
4
4

Reliability
4
4

Performance
4
5

Comfort
4
4

Service Experience
3
4

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Good bike but gearbox is not good

Riding and looking is awesome. smooth handlebars, and smooth engine also makes you ha

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The best in the segment. It meets all my requirements ranging from daily rides to col

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