Bajaj Pulsar series has been the first preference of youth and bike enthusiasts in India. For years, the series has enjoyed a strong position in the market because of its style, performance and reasonable prices. Now in the year 2025, Bajaj has launched the Pulsar N160 by taking it more contemporary, powerful and stylish. Not only has this bike arrived in a new avatar, but numerous technical advancements and alterations have also been done in it with keeping the best ride experience in mind.
Let’s understand why the new 2025 Pulsar N160 can be an excellent choice for you.
Design and Style – First impression is sufficient
On initial look at the 2025 Pulsar N160, one realizes that its appearance is sportier now. Bajaj has drawn inspiration from N250 for its design. Particularly its front appearance appears very aggressive and sharp, in which twin DRLs have been provided with projector LED headlamp. The body of muscular fuel tank provides it a streetfighter bold appearance.
The short rear section and underbelly exhaust at the back provide it with an aggressive look with a trendy appearance. The alloy wheels feature trendy cuts and new colors such as Matte Red, Glossy Black, and Racing Blue make it even more appealing.
Particular care has been taken regarding its ergonomics for easy riding. The seat height has been set in a way that even persons with short heights can ride it effortlessly. The position of the handlebar is linear, which gives a sporty yet easy riding stance.
Engine and Performance – Smooth and Reliable
The new Pulsar N160 is powered by a 164.82cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine that produces 16 PS of power and 14.65 Nm of torque. These figures may not look great on paper, but in real world performance, this engine feels quite smooth and responsive.
The engine has been optimized to provide improved low-end and mid-range torque in urban driving. The 5-gear transmission is quite smooth and depicts good coordination with the engine. Less vibration in the engine even under high revving.
Dual-channel ABS is now available in the higher variants, which provides increased reliability and safety while braking.
Ride and handling – Excellent on every road, whether city or highway
The front end has telescopic forks and the rear end has monoshock suspension, which is a decent balance of comfort and sportiness. Whether going over rough roads or cornering, the N160 grips well.
Its chassis is well balanced and the broad tyres – particularly the 130mm section tyre at the rear – give tremendous grip on the road. Because of the light weight and evenly balanced seat height, it is extremely easy to ride in the city, while on the highway as well this bike is stable at a speed of 100 km/h.
Discussing the braking system, dual-channel ABS has been equipped with disc brakes at front and rear, ensuring control even in case of emergency braking.
Features and Technology – Demand of Modern Times
Pulsar N160 comes equipped with a digital-analogue instrument cluster, which displays vital details such as gear position, mileage, trip meter, clock. Other than this, there is a USB charging port as well, which comes in handy very much in today’s era.
The whole bike has LED lighting – headlight, tail light and turn signals – that not only makes it look good but also enhances visibility. But it lacks something like Bluetooth connectivity or navigation, which has become a feature on many similar bikes today.
Mileage and Fuel Efficiency – Cheap to drive too
The mileage of N160 is its largest selling point. Under actual road conditions, it provides a mileage of as much as 45–50 kmpl, which is pretty good in this class. It has a 14-litre fuel tank and can travel a distance of over 600 km on a single fill-up – that means less fuel stoppages and more fun.
Price and variants – Powerful bike at a powerful price
Bajaj has introduced the Pulsar N160 in two variants:
- Single-channel ABS variant – ₹1.25 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Dual-channel ABS variant – ₹1.33 lakh (ex-showroom)
Both variants are reasonably priced, but the dual ABS variant is a wiser choice from a safety perspective.
Conclusion – Perfect for both youth and daily riders
The 2025 Bajaj Pulsar N160 is not just good-looking, but a well-balanced package in the areas of performance, mileage and features. The bike is designed for those looking to be comfortable for daily usage in the city and occasional long distance usage.
If you want a bike that is affordable, performs well and also appears to be beautiful – then the Pulsar N160 may be an excellent choice for you.
FAQs
Q1. What engine does the 2025 Bajaj Pulsar N160 have?
The Pulsar N160 is powered by a 164.82cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine producing 16 PS of power and 14.65 Nm of torque.
Q2. What is the mileage of the Pulsar N160?
The bike offers a mileage of 45–50 kmpl under real-world riding conditions.
Q3. Does the Pulsar N160 come with ABS?
Yes, the Pulsar N160 comes with dual-channel ABS in the top variant, ensuring better braking safety.
Q4. What are the color options available for the Pulsar N160?
The bike is available in Matte Red, Glossy Black, and Racing Blue.
Q5. What is the price of the 2025 Pulsar N160?
The Pulsar N160 is priced at ₹1.25 lakh for the single-channel ABS variant and ₹1.33 lakh for the dual-channel ABS variant (ex-showroom).
