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Yamaha YZF R15S V3 vs Bajaj Pulsar N 160

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Yamaha YZF R15S V3 or Bajaj Pulsar N 160? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between YZF R15S V3 and Pulsar N 160. Yamaha YZF R15S V3 Price starts at Rs.1.58 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Racing Blue and Bajaj Pulsar N 160 Price starts at Rs.1.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc. Yamaha YZF R15S V3 is 4 cylinder, 155 cc Engine can generate 18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar N 160 is a 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, YZF R15S V3 provides a mileage of 43.5 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar N 160 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Yamaha YZF R15S V3 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar N 160 is available in 11 colours & 3 variants.

YZF R15S V3 vs Pulsar N 160

Key HighlightsYamaha YZF R15S V3Bajaj Pulsar N160
PriceRs.1.58 LakhRs.1.23 Lakh
Engine Capacity155 cc164.82 cc
Power18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Mileage/Range43.5 kmplN/A km/charge
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Yamaha YZF R15S V3 Racing Blue bike
Yamaha YZF R15S V3
Racing Blue
Rs. 1.58 Lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.23 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.77 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.38 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    155 cc
    164.82 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    -
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    -
    300
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    29
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Nl
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    33
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    33
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Fork
    Telescopic 31 mm
    Rear Suspension
    Linked-Type Monocross Suspension
    Monoshock with Nitrox
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80-17
    100/80 - 17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    -
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or 30000km
    5 Years or 75000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Deltabox
    Tubular Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per cylinder
    2 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    155 cc
    164.82 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid-cooled 4-stroke SOHC 4-valve
    4 stroke& single cylinder& SOHC& 2-valve& air cooled& FI
    No. of Cylinders
    4
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.048 kwh
    -
    Top Speed
    136 kmph
    120 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 x 58.7 mm
    58 mm x 62.38 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
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    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    18.6 PS @ 10000 rpm
    15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    -
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    Radial Tyres
    check
    -
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Dual Channel
    Dual Channel ABS
    Brake Assist
    -
    Dual Channel ABS
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1990 mm
    1989 mm
    Width
    725 mm
    743 mm
    Height
    1135 mm
    1050 mm
    Wheelbase
    1325 mm
    1358 mm
    Ground Clearance
    170 mm
    165 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1 Litres
    1.2 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports
    Seat Height
    815 mm
    795 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    142 kg
    154 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • 'S' model makes the pillion seat far more comfortable
    • The best handling 150cc bike in the market
    • The most advanced 150cc bike out there
    • More refined engine
    • Fuel efficient mechanical setups
    • Dual-channel ABS
    • Bajaj's widespread service network is a boon
    Cons
    • If pillion comfort is priority, look elsewhere
    • Very pricey for the engine capacity
    • Looks similar to N250
    • Bajaj's long-term reliability
    • Less on features when compared to the rivals
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    Detailed Comparison of Yamaha YZF R15S V3 and Bajaj Pulsar N160

    Safety

    YZF R15S V3 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Pulsar N 160 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Yamaha YZF R15S V3 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and Bajaj Pulsar N 160, on the other hand, has Service Reminder Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Yamaha YZF R15S V3 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar N 160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Yamaha YZF R15S V3 has a 11 Litres fuel tank with 1135 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar N 160 has 1050 mm seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Yamaha YZF R15S V3 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 Owner Reviews

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        Chinna Chinna
        08 Mar 2025
        5.0
        It's my favorite bike and it's a awesome in Yamaha R15 series.
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        Nitesh Yadav
        4 Month ago
        3.8
        Good bike for middle class boy because this is correct and mentioned but can't provide bike parts so I'm not happy because Yamaha can't provide bike parts and best service.
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        Varun r
        4 Month ago
        5.0
        Best bike in my opinion with great mileage. Smooth and easy for daily and long trip. Easy ride for single users. One of the best bike in sports model
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        Santhosh
        5 Month ago
        3.8
        Very good and overall great bike for me why because for daily usage it’s very very good and best in mileage good in maintenance and cost in reasonable good in quality.
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        Alistar Ali
        8 Month ago
        4.6
        Head lights are very clear and sharp
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