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Pulsar N160 vs Shine

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

Pulsar N160
Price Range

₹1.22 lakh – ₹1.32 lakh

Mileage

47 km/l

Petrol • 3 TrimsOpen model
VS
Honda

Shine

Shine
Price Range

₹83,422 – ₹88,081

Mileage

55 km/l

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 N160 and Shine target slightly different buyer priorities while matching each other closely in total value. Choose Pulsar N160 for individual equipment highlights or Shine for ownership discipline.”

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 N160

16 PS

14.65 Nm

Shine

10.8 PS

11 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Shine
Pulsar N160

47 km/l

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

Shine Standout

55 km/l

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 N160

Listed items₹1,27,660
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹1,27,660
Honda

Shine

Listed items₹1,09,091
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹1,09,091
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

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

Price Delta:₹37,322(Shine lower)

TD USD Single Seat

164.82 cc • Manual • 47 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹1.25 lakh

Disc

123.94 cc • Manual • 55 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹87,782
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Pulsar N160
Shine
Engine TypeDiffers
Pulsar N160:164.82 cc
Shine:123.94 cc
Max PowerDiffers
Pulsar N160:16 PS
Shine:10.8 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Pulsar N160:14.65 Nm
Shine:11 Nm
Transmission Options
Pulsar N160:Manual
Shine:Manual
Fuel Options
Pulsar N160:Petrol
Shine:Petrol
Claimed MileageDiffers
Pulsar N160:47 km/l
Shine:55 km/l
Pulsar N160
Shine
SeatingDiffers
Pulsar N160:795 mm
Shine:791 mm
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Pulsar N160:165 mm
Shine:162 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Pulsar N160:14 litres
Shine:10.5 litres
Body Type
Pulsar N160:Motorcycle
Shine:Motorcycle
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Pulsar N160 has a published mileage of 47 km/l. The Shine has a published mileage of 55 km/l.