Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Honda Unicorn

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs. 1.47 Lakh which is Rs. 27,725 costlier than base model of Honda Unicorn priced at Rs. 1.19 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is 40.36 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is powered by 160.3 cc engine , while Honda Unicorn is powered by 162.71 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available in 4 different colours while Honda Unicorn comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Honda Unicorn can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar NS160 vs Unicorn

Key Highlights Pulsar NS160 STDUnicorn Disc
Engine Type Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i 4 stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
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Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS160 STDHonda Unicorn Disc
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Brand Name Bajaj Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.47 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i 4 stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Colors
Honda Unicorn Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,400 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,442 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,074 Pulsar NS160 Insurance Rs. 3,405 Unicorn Insurance
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Engine Type
Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i
4 stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
160.3 cc
162.71 cc
Max Power
17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm
13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
14.58 Nm @ 5250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
57.3 mm
Stroke
...
63.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
...
10.0:0.1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
40.36 kmpl
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Top Speed
120 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-100/90-18
Peak Power
17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm
13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
805 mm
798 mm
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1060 mm3
2081*756*1103 mm3
Wheelbase
1372 mm
1335 mm
Length
2017 mm
2081 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
187 mm
Height
1060 mm
1103 mm
Width
804 mm
756 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
13 Liters
Kerb Weight
152 Kg
139 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
805 mm
798 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
130 mm

Additional Features
Gear Position Indicator
Gear Position Indicator, Seat Length - 715 mm
USB charging port
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Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 5AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Bulb

Frame
Perimeter
Diamond Type
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
Distance to Empty Indicator
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
...
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
3

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
  • It packs a pretty powerful engine
  • Shares the capable perimeter frame with larger Pulsars
  • Stopping power is pretty good.
Honda Unicorn
  • Fairly light for a 160cc motorcycle
  • Gets lots of ground clearance
  • Gets a new LCD instrument cluster
Bajaj Pulsar NS160
  • Engine refinement could have been better
  • It isn’t feature-rich like its segment rivals
  • It is the heaviest 160cc motorcycle.
Honda Unicorn
  • Looks the same throughout the years
  • Performance could be better when compared to rivals
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike is best Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 or Bajaj Pulsar NS 125?
  • Bajaj Pulsar NS125 packs a peppy engine, is fun to ride, and could be the perfect beginner bike. The entry-level NS125 could be the perfect platform for those graduating from a scooter, and yearning to learn the ropes. The money you save could be a deposit for your next bike. On the other hand, Bajaj has done well to endow the NS160 with high-spec cycle parts and features while keeping the price in check. the Pulsar NS160 ticks all the right boxes when it comes to style, performance, ride and handling. Given Bajaj's extensive service network and low service costs, peace of mind is ensured. The new NS160 is a worthy contender and makes a strong case for itself in this highly competitive 160cc segment. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is better between Yamaha FZ S version 3 (bs6) and Pulsar NS 160 (bs6). Kindly help me I considered many in this 150/160 cc segment came to an conclusion between these two.
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. Yamaha FZS-FI V3 offers a Big bike styling, with good features and a smooth engine. Yamaha FZS-FI V3 is powered by a 149 cc engine. This FZS-FI V3 engine generates a power of 12.4 PS @ 7250 rpm and a torque of 13.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm. On the other hand, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 BS6 might not have many tangible features to justify the price hike due to BS6 norms, it more than makes up for it with raw performance. In fact, it is the most powerful motorcycle in its segment, making it ideal for enthusiasts who prioritize performance over anything else. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is powered by 160.3 cc engine.This Pulsar NS160 engine generates a power of 17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm and a torque of 14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. I'm confused between bajaj NS 160 and TVS Apache 160 4V. Daily ride 60-80 km city and highway, which one is better, please suggest.
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. While the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 BS6 might not have many tangible features to justify the price hike due to BS6 norms, it more than makes up for it with raw performance. In fact, it is the most powerful motorcycle in its segment, making it ideal for enthusiasts who prioritize performance over anything else. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is powered by 160.3 cc engine.This Pulsar NS160 engine generates a power of 17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm and a torque of 14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm. On the other hand, The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V has been the benchmark when it comes to 160cc motorcycles. With the BS6-compliant iteration, TVS has made sure it is still as sprightly, with the '21 update making it the most powerful bike in the 160cc sporty commuter class. The overall package and reasonable pricing make it a true value for money motorcycle in its segment. TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is powered by a 159.7 cc engine. This Apache 160 4V engine generates a power of 17.63 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 14.73 Nm @ 7250 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Vs Honda Unicorn FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Honda Unicorn?
The Honda Unicorn is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar NS160 by Rs. 27,725.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Honda Unicorn?
For the STD version, 160.3 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS160 produces 17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Disc version, 162.71 cc Petrol engine of Unicorn produces 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 14.58 Nm @ 5250 rpm of torque

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