Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs TVS Raider

Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Price starts at Rs. 1.01 Lakh which is Rs. 16,040 costlier than base model of TVS Raider priced at Rs. 85,010. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is 56.46 kmpl whereas the mileage of TVS Raider is 65.44 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is powered by 124.45 cc engine , while TVS Raider is powered by 124.8 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is available in 4 different colours while TVS Raider comes with 8 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs TVS Raider can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar NS 125 vs Raider

Key Highlights Pulsar NS 125 STDRaider Drum
Engine Type 4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine Air and oil cooled single cylinder, SI
Max Power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
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Pulsar NS 125 vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 STDTVS Raider Drum
Rating
384 reviews
651 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.01 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 85,010 Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine Air and oil cooled single cylinder, SI
Max Power 12 PS @ 8500 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Brakes Front Disc Drum
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type Combi Brake System Synchronized Braking System
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
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,020 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,449 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,904 Pulsar NS 125 Insurance Rs. 6,703 Raider Insurance
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Engine Type
4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
Air and oil cooled single cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
124.45 cc
124.8 cc
Max Power
12 PS @ 8500 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 7000 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
53.5 mm
Stroke
...
55.5 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
3
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electronic Control Unit

Brakes Front
Disc
Drum
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Synchronized Braking System

Quarter Mile
21.15
...
Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
24.23m
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
41.94m
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
67.46m
Mileage (City)
64.75 kmpl
71.94 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
56.46 kmpl
65.44 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
64.75 kmpl
67 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
25.85s
22.04s
Top Speed
103 kmph
99 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-100/90-17
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Peak Power
12 PS @ 8500 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
...
25 psi

Seat height
805 mm
780 mm
Length*Width*Height
2012*810*1078 mm3
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1353 mm
1326 mm
Length
2012 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
179 mm
180 mm
Height
1078 mm
1028 mm
Width
810 mm
785 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
10 Liters
Kerb Weight
144 Kg
123 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
805 mm
780 mm
Front Brake Diameter
240 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
130 mm

Additional Features
Gear Position Indicator
...
USB charging port
...
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 4AH
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

Frame
Perimeter Frame
Single cradle tubular frame
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Kick and Self Start
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
Low Battery Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Underseat storage
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Raider
  • Offers great performance for a 125cc category motorcycle
  • Great handling and rider ergonomics
  • Gets more features than any other 125cc motorcycle
TVS Raider
  • The design is polarizing and may not please everyone
  • Engine is buzzy post 75kmph
  • Front brakes could have been better

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Better Than TVS Raider?

56% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 over TVS Raider in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 2115 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and TVS Raider on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
TVS Raider has out rated Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 on all the rating factors.
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 Pulsar NS 125 Raider
Mileage 4.2 4.4
Performance 4.3 4.4
Comfort 4.2 4.4
Maintenance 4.0 4.1
Features 4.4 4.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better between Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and TVS Raider?
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 packs a peppy engine, is fun to ride, and could be the perfect beginner bike for you. The entry-level NS125 could be the perfect platform for those graduating from a scooter, and yearning to learn the ropes. On the other hand, TVS Raider's styling, features and performance will excite youngsters, and for someone looking at their first motorcycle, the Raider does make good sense. TVS has gone the smarter route, keeping a thrilling ride experience as the USP, instead of a purely commuter-centric approach. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.
Q. TVS Raider 125 or Honda sp160 which one is more comfortable?
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  • Honda Sp160most comfortable and most reliable
Q. Which is better, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Raider?
  • Both TVS Raider and Hero Splendor Plus are good commuters and offer a lot to the riders. TVS’ has certainly come back to the 125cc segment with a bang with the Raider. It’s fun to ride, feature-packed, feels rather premium and is well priced too. It is definitely one of the most well-rounded offerings in the 125cc space. On the other hand, the Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.
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Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs TVS Raider?
TVS Raider has out rated Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs TVS Raider?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 by Rs. 16,040.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 vs TVS Raider?
For the STD version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS 125 produces 12 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 has better performance.

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