The Bajaj Pulsar N160 receives additional features, performance upgrades, and sharper looks which help it maintain its spot as one of the best bikes in the 160cc category. Its muscular build and projector LED headlamp add to the bold streetfighter look that many young riders love.
As with the previous model, the new Pulsar has additional dual-tone graphics and gold USD forks which add greatly to its sporty image. The split seat and sculpted fuel tank give a more aggressive touch to the bike.
Engine and Performance
In the Bajaj Pulsar N160, the engine is an oil-cooled, single cylinder 164.82cc unit which produces 16 PS at 8750 rpm and a torque of 14.65 Nm. A five-speed gearbox is utilised which results in smooth shifts, and the engine’s lower-end torque allows it to take on city traffic and weekend rides with ease.
The bike’s mid-range torque is accompanied by a refined exhaust note, winning it quite a bit of character. ARAI certified its mileage figure to be a remarkable 51.6 kms/l, showing that the bike is rather fuel efficient as well.
Ride Quality and Handling
The N160 Pulsar provides extensive control over the vehicle, allowing a stable ride while instilling confidence in the rider due to the chassis that it shares with the N250. The USD forks on the top variant model provide improved front-end feedback while the rear monoshock works to keep the bike steady over rougher unpaved roads.
The model is easy to handle with a 795mm seat height and a kerb weight of 154kg which is very manageable even for novice riders. The posture is a blend of sporty and comfortable, suitable for daily riding.
Tech and Safety Features
The fully-loaded N160 variant comes with a digital console featuring Bluetooth with voice call, SMS alert, and SMS turn-by-turn navigation functionalities. The riders also have three ABS modes for braking which include Road, Rain, and Off-road.
Emergency braking is also safer with dual-channel ABS while a USB port by the fuel tank offers some ease. Lower variants drop some features but focus on providing value. Riders also get three ABS modes—Road, Rain, and Off-road—for optimised braking across conditions.
Pricing and Variants
In Lucknow, Bajaj has priced the Pulsar N160 Single Seat variant at ₹1,21,722 with a top price of ₹1,42,803 for the Dual Channel ABS with USD forks (prices ex-showroom). This shows Bajaj aims to provide performance and technology at multiple price points.
Practical buyers get complemented by style-conscious candidates due to different trims offered with colour options such as Brooklyn Black and Polar Sky Blue.
Conclusion
As with previous iterations, the Bajaj Pulsar N160 2025 is a balanced motorcycle that offers sporty styling alongside practicality. It provides an experience commensurate with much more expensive motorcycles in its class when it comes to daily commuting, navigating through city traffic, and performing twisty weekend rides.