Built around Bajaj's naked motorcycle platform, the 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 relies on a 164.3 cc (10 cu in) oil & air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17.2 HP (12.6 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 14.6 Nm (10.8 lb-ft) at 7,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 104.7 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (7,250 rpm) and peak power (9,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Pulsar NS160 measures 152 kg (335 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (8.84 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 795 mm (31.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,372 mm (54 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Bajaj archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2021 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
104.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.11 HP/kg (8.84 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,250–9,000 rpm
Standover Height
795 mm (31.3 in)
Engine
Displacement164.3 ccm (10.03 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power17.2 HP (12.6 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque14.6 Nm (1.5 kgf-m or 10.8 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypePressed steel perimeter
Front SuspensionUp Side Down Fork
Rear SuspensionNitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Wheelbase1372 mm (54.0 inches)
Ground Clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/80-17
Rear Tyre130/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. ABS
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Wheels10 spoke, Alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.152.0 kg (335.1 pounds)
Seat Height795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Overall Length2017 mm (79.4 inches)
Overall Width804 mm (31.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed, white, black, silver
InstrumentsGear indicator, Clock, Fuel economy and Range indicator
Electrical12V, 8Ah VRLA battery.
LightBi functional LED projector headlamp with LED DRLs
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