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Pulsar 125 vs Xtreme 160R 4V

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Pulsar 125
Price Range

₹92,990 – ₹1.04 lakh

Mileage

51.46 km/l

Petrol • 3 TrimsOpen model
VS
Xtreme 160R 4V
Price Range

₹1.27 lakh – ₹1.41 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Petrol • 3 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Pulsar 125 takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in overall balance and value. While Xtreme 160R 4V remains a capable contender, Pulsar 125 offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Pulsar 125

12.1 PS

Torque not published

Xtreme 160R 4V

17.1 PS

14.6 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Published mileage only
Pulsar 125

51.46 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Xtreme 160R 4V

Not published

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Bajaj

Pulsar 125

Listed items₹1,16,595
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹1,16,595
Hero

Xtreme 160R 4V

Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹37,709(Pulsar 125 lower)

Standard Single Seat TFT

124.58 cc • Manual • 51.46 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹99,291

Pro

163.2 cc • 5-speed Manual •

Ex-Showroom₹1.37 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Pulsar 125
Xtreme 160R 4V
Engine TypeDiffers
Pulsar 125:124.58 cc
Xtreme 160R 4V:163.2 cc, 4-valve, oil-cooled
Max PowerDiffers
Pulsar 125:12.1 PS
Xtreme 160R 4V:17.1 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Pulsar 125:—
Xtreme 160R 4V:14.6 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Pulsar 125:Manual
Xtreme 160R 4V:5-speed Manual
Fuel Options
Pulsar 125:Petrol
Xtreme 160R 4V:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
Pulsar 125:51.46 km/l
Xtreme 160R 4V:—
Pulsar 125
Xtreme 160R 4V
SeatingDiffers
Pulsar 125:—
Xtreme 160R 4V:805 mm
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Pulsar 125:184 mm
Xtreme 160R 4V:165 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Pulsar 125:11 litres
Xtreme 160R 4V:12 litres
Body Type
Pulsar 125:Motorcycle
Xtreme 160R 4V:Motorcycle
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.