Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Yamaha R15S

Yamaha R15S Price starts at Rs. 1.66 Lakh which is Rs. 7,024 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 priced at Rs. 1.58 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is 40.36 kmpl whereas the mileage of Yamaha R15S is 40 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is powered by 199.5 cc engine , while Yamaha R15S is powered by 155 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is available in 4 different colours while Yamaha R15S comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Yamaha R15S can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar NS200 vs R15S

Key Highlights Pulsar NS200 STDR15S STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Triple Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
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Pulsar NS200 vs R15S Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS200 STDYamaha R15S STD
Rating
1014 reviews
1263 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.58 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.66 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Triple Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Colors
Yamaha R15S Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,752 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 4,782 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,311 Pulsar NS200 Insurance Rs. 13,936 R15S Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Triple Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
155 cc
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
58 mm
Stroke
...
58.7 mm
No Of Cylinders
...
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
TCI (Transistor controlled ignition)
Compression Ratio
...
11.6:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
40.36 kmpl
40 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Peak Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
...
815 mm
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
1990*725*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1325 mm
Length
2017 mm
1990 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
170 mm
Height
1075 mm
1135 mm
Width
804 mm
725 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
11 Liters
Kerb Weight
158 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
...
815 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
220 mm

Additional Features
Gear Position Indicator
Auxiliary light, Fuel consumption indicator, Shift timing light, VVA indicator, Side stand engine cut-off switch, Dual horn, Gear position indicator, Inner Tube - 41.0 mm
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
...
Deltabox
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
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
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Sporty handling characteristics
  • the 6-speed gearbox proves advantageous on the highway
  • and commendable performance considering the price point
Yamaha R15S
  • More affordable and comfortable than the R15 V4
  • Variable Valve Actuation ensures the engine has enough grunt for everyday situations
  • Standard rear radial tyre
  • with optional grippy Metzelers
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Design looks dated now
  • lacks adequate features and the absence of dual-channel ABS is a miss
Yamaha R15S
  • Fit and finish levels could have been better
  • The LED headlight isn’t bright enough and fails to illuminate the road properly

Is Yamaha R15S Better Than Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

52% users have chosen Yamaha R15S over Bajaj Pulsar NS200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 10515 users have also rated Yamaha R15S and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Yamaha R15S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor R15S Pulsar NS200
Mileage 4.2 3.8
Performance 4.4 4.6
Comfort 3.9 4.3
Maintenance 3.9 4.0
Features 4.4 4.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Can anyone suggest me that which bike should I go for NS200 or R15 V3 on the basis of daily commute+ highway rides and comfort for ladies and yeah can a 200cc bike will be able to give 35+ mileage?
  • R15 givs 40. Ns gives 35. Both are discomfor for ladies. Go for avenger or Enfield.
  • Ns200 is better in all respects except for maybe average,,,refer to zigwheels reply for more details😘
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Q. Which one is best for long drive NS 200 or R15 V3?
  • NS 200 would be ideal for a long drive. The seating posture of the Pulsar range is more suited for roads as compared to the R15, which is more suited and built for the track. In addition it is easier to add touring kits to the NS 200 as they are widely available.
  • Ns200...sturdiest perimeter frame makes long rides @ high speed smooth as silk....
  • My 200 NS is great for long ride and city rides, However have no experience with Yamaha so I cant true fully say
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Q. Which one is best pulsar NS200 or R15 V3?
  • We need to accept those big brands are the well build and tested. This two are has its best according to their purpose. If you are considering the price, well NS200 is the best for its category but when to quality, build and features, the R15 has the upperhand.
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Vs Yamaha R15S FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Yamaha R15S?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Yamaha R15S is better on the grounds of mileage.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Yamaha R15S?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is cheaper than Yamaha R15S by Rs. 7,024.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Yamaha R15S?
For the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 155 cc Petrol engine of R15S produces 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.1 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has better performance.

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