BREAKING: New Bajaj Pulsar N160 Launched In India

The Pulsar lineup gets a new addition as Bajaj has just launched the new Pulsar N160. This is the third bike born out of the all-new platform after the Pulsar N250 and the Pulsar F250. Consequently, it shares quite a bit of its genes with the quarter-litre twins. Here's everything you need to know:

What’s The Price? Who Are Its Rivals?

The Pulsar N160 is priced at Rs 1,22,854 for the single-channel ABS variant and Rs 1,27,853 for the dual-channel ABS variant (ex-showroom Delhi). While the single-channel ABS variant is priced the same as the Pulsar NS160, the dual-channel ABS variant is Rs 4,999 dearer. Also, the Pulsar N160 is priced Rs 14,394 more than the disc variant of the Pulsar 150.

Rivalling the new Pulsar are other 160cc bikes like the Hero Xtreme 160R, Yamaha FZ-S Fi V3.0, Suzuki Gixxer, Honda X-Blade and the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, however, this new Pulsar is the only motorcycle in its segment to offer dual-channel ABS.

What’s New?

The headlight cowl looks similar to the quarter-litre naked, and it comes with a projector headlight with LED DRLs as well. The indicators are bulbs, whereas the taillight is LED. The high-set tail section is complemented by a contoured split-seat setup. This, coupled with the single-piece handlebar, should ensure comfortable, upright ergonomics.

Nestled inside the chassis is the all-new oil-cooled 164.82cc engine that produces 16PS and 14.65Nm. To give you a perspective, the Pulsar NS160 makes 17.2PS and 14.6Nm from the 160.3cc oil-cooled engine. Despite a lower power output, this new bike offers more torque throughout its powerband, thus promising an exciting riding experience.

The bike is built on the same chassis as the 250cc Pulsars, so it gets the same frame, 31mm telescopic fork for the single-channel ABS variant and 37mm telescopic fork for the dual-channel ABS variant coupled with a monoshock. 

It is available with single channel and dual channel ABS, wherein the dual channel ABS variant features 300mm disc at the front while the single channel ABS variant gets a 280mm front disc. Both variants come equipped with 230mm rear discs. The bike rides on 17-inch wheels wrapped with 100-section tyre at the front and a 130-section tyre at the rear.

The N160 gets a generous 14-litre fuel tank, on whose cover an USB charging port is embedded. The single channel ABS variant weighs 152 kg while the dual-channel ABS variant weighs 154 kg, which makes this one of the heaviest bikes in its segment.

What Should Have Changed?

While the Pulsar N160 is meant to be in line with its quarter-litre sibling from a design perspective, Bajaj could've at least introduced unique quirky colours as this bike is mainly targeted to a youthful audience. The current colours offered are the same as the ones available on the N250, hence robbing the N160 its distinctive personality. Also, Bajaj could’ve kept a check on the weight of the bike.

ZigSays

We appreciate Bajaj making this bike an exciting proposition, especially with the dual-channel ABS option. However we do wish the bike was lighter. That said, we will be riding this bike soon, so stay tuned to this space for our first ride review.