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Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Hero Splendor Plus Xtec

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar 125 or Hero Splendor Plus Xtec? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar 125 and Splendor Plus Xtec. Bajaj Pulsar 125 Price starts at Rs.92,890 (ex-showroom) for Single Seat and Hero Splendor Plus Xtec Price starts at Rs.81,001 (ex-showroom) for Drum. Bajaj Pulsar 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Hero Splendor Plus Xtec is a 1 cylinder, 97 cc Engine can generate 7.9 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar 125 provides a mileage of 50 kmpl (base model), and Splendor Plus Xtec has a mileage of 73 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar 125 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants whereas Hero Splendor Plus Xtec is available in 2 colours & 6 variants.

Pulsar 125 vs Splendor Plus Xtec

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar 125Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
PriceRs.92,890Rs.81,001
Engine Capacity124.4 cc97.2 cc
Power11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm7.9 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range50 kmpl73 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Single Seat bike
Bajaj Pulsar 125
Single Seat
Rs. 92,890
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Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
Drum
Rs. 81,001
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.04 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    90,964
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.0
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.5 Litres
    9.8 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    124.4 cc
    97.2 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    IBS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston
    -
    Front Disc Size
    240
    -
    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
    check
    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
    Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Rear Suspension
    Twin Gas Shock
    Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 - 17
    80/100-18

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    check
    Digital
    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/70000 Kms

    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
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
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    Engine Capacity
    124.4 cc
    97.2 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
    -
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    -
    Top Speed
    100 kmph
    87 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    56 mm x 50.5 mm
    50 x 49.5 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection

    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
    GPS & Navigation
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2042 mm
    2000 mm
    Width
    755 mm
    720 mm
    Height
    1060 mm
    1052 mm
    Wheelbase
    1320 mm
    1236 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    165 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.5 Litres
    9.8 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    790 mm
    785 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    142 kg
    112 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • It is well priced
    • Looks Quite Big for a 125cc motorcycle
    • Offers decent performance and mileage from engine
    • Extremely reliable & fuel-efficient engine
    • Addition of connected tech is very helpful
    • Strong aftermarket support, cheap spare costs
    • Easy to maintain & long-lasting setup
    Cons
    • Front-heavy frame
    • Same dated looks as bigger engine variants
    • Same old boring design
    • Lack of disc brakes is a concern
    • No updates in the engine at all
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    Safety

    Pulsar 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator. Splendor Plus Xtec has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Splendor Plus Xtec comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar 125 has a 11.5 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. Hero Splendor Plus Xtec has 1052 mm seat height and 9.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Hero Splendor Plus Xtec Owner Reviews

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      • MS
        Mohd Sohail
        14 Aug 2025
        4.4
        I love my bike so much and take great care of it. I have traveled many times on it, and every ride has been enjoyable. My family and I always have a wonderful time whenever we travel on our bike.
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        Anonymous
        14 Aug 2025
        5.0
        It's very good bike and comfortable bike for long route. It's a low maintenance bike. Bajaj Pulsar 125 bike is one of the best bike.
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        Pradeep Kumar
        10 Aug 2025
        4.6
        This is an average bike that requires high maintenance, with expenses much higher than other bikes. While the Pulsar looks good, it is more expensive compared to similar models. I would not recommend buying it.
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      • SP
        Surendhiran P
        09 Aug 2025
        4.2
        Good condition, nice ride comfort, and great looks. Long drives are comfortable, and petrol consumption is efficient. Maintenance is manageable. Overall, a superb bike.
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      • Ms
        Mukesh sahu
        04 Aug 2025
        4.2
        Pulsar is a very good bike it's my favorite! Everything about it is great, with low maintenance and excellent on-road performance. Overall, it’s a fantastic bike.
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