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Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Hero Passion XTec

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar 125 or Hero Passion XTec? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar 125 and Passion XTec. Bajaj Pulsar 125 Price starts at Rs.92,883 (ex-showroom) for Single Seat and Hero Passion XTec Price starts at Rs.81,538 (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake. Bajaj Pulsar 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Hero Passion XTec is a 1 cylinder, 113 cc Engine can generate 6.73 kw @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar 125 provides a mileage of 50 kmpl (base model), and Passion XTec has a mileage of 56.5 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar 125 is available in 4 colours & 3 variants whereas Hero Passion XTec is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.

Pulsar 125 vs Passion XTec

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar 125Hero Passion XTec
PriceRs.92,883Rs.81,538
Engine Capacity124.4 cc113.2 cc
Power11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm6.73 kw @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range50 kmpl56.5 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Single Seat bike
Single Seat
Rs. 92,883
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Hero Passion XTec Drum Brake bike
Drum Brake
Rs. 81,538
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.04 Lakh
Price Breakup
91,567
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.0
4.1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 Litres
10 Litres
Engine Displacement
124.4 cc
113.2 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
IBS
Calliper Type
Front 2 Piston
Front Disc Size
240
Dia. 240mm
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
25
25
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25
25
Front Wheel Size
17
18
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
32
41
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28
28
Rear Wheel Size
17
18
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Conventional fork - Dia.30mm
Rear Suspension
Twin Gas Shock
Twin Shox
Front Tyre Size
80/100 - 17
80/100 - 18

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
check
check
Gear Indicator
Tachometer
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
5 Years or 75000 km
5 Years or 70000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Single down tube
Tubular Double Cradle

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 4 Up
All 4 Up
Ignition
CDI
Electric Start(with i3s- Idle Stop Start System
Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
124.4 cc
113.2 cc
Engine Type
4-Stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i Engine
Air cooled& 4 - stroke, Single Cylinder, OHC
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
1.26 kwh
-4123 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
Maintenance Free
Top Speed
100 kmph
90 kmph
Bore x Stroke
56 mm x 50.5 mm
50.0 x 57.8 mm
Charging Socket
-
check
Configuration
10.05 +/- 0.3 :1
10:01
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Air Cooled

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
Low Oil Indicator
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
Service Reminder Indicator
check
check
Under Seat Storage
check
GPS & Navigation
Console Type
Semi-Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
Radial Tyres
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
Halogen Bulb
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Brake Assist
CBS
IBS
Power Modes
Slipper Clutch
Wet Multiplate
Wet Multiplate
Traction Control System

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2042 mm
2036 mm
Width
755 mm
715 mm
Height
1060 mm
1113 mm
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1270 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
168 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 Litres
10 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.2 Litres
0.95 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Commuter
Seat Height
790 mm
799 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
142 kg
117 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It is well priced
  • Looks Quite Big for a 125cc motorcycle
  • Offers decent performance and mileage from engine
  • A decent and frugal engine
  • Looks stylish
  • Gets some good features (Projector LED Headlamp, Xtec technology, Auto sail etc.)
  • Low maintenance cost
  • Better mileage and performance
Cons
  • Front-heavy frame
  • Same dated looks as bigger engine variants
  • Vibrations at high speeds
  • Brakes lack confidence
  • Engine could have been more refined
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Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Hero Passion XTec

Safety

Pulsar 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator. Passion XTec has Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On).

Comfort & Convenience

Bajaj Pulsar 125 has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator and Hero Passion XTec, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Under Seat Storage, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

Bajaj Pulsar 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Passion XTec comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Bajaj Pulsar 125 has a 11.5 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. Hero Passion XTec has 1113 mm seat height and 10 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Hero Passion XTec Owner Reviews

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    • A
      Arpit
      05 Nov 2024
      4.2
      That’s pretty awesome experience with my 125 Bajaj pulsar crazy riding experience for 2 years only occasionally riding but seems having a beast in hands with crazy curve and without a wobble.
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      madhusudan gollar
      04 Nov 2024
      5.0
      It is the best bike; the engine is so reliable, the mileage is good, very low maintenance, the seat is comfortable, the bike looks sporty, and overall, a fantastic bike.
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      Pravn
      28 Oct 2024
      5.0
      Good awesome beauty beautiful so is that is one good option for buying in the country of India for middle class family lovable bike look was going in such a
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      prince
      1 Month ago
      4.2
      the bike is good for daily-purpose commuter bike as well as comes with a sporty look Maintenance is little expensive but if we maintain it properly, than this bike is good
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      Shubham
      1 Month ago
      4.6
      When we talk about pulsar, it gives smooth riding and it's look dashing when goes on the road. Gear shifting is good overall good bike to buy. Go for it without any doubt.
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