Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs Jawa 42

In 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or Jawa 42 choose which bike is best for you - compare these two bikes or scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Price starts at Rs. 1.2 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.59 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). Pulsar NS160 engine makes power and torque 17.2 PS PS & 14.6 Nm. On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar NS160 in 4 colours. The Pulsar NS160 mileage is around 40.36 kmpl. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.
Pulsar NS160 vs 42 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar ns160 42
BrandBajajJawa
Price₹ 1.2 Lakhs₹ 1.59 Lakhs
Mileage40.36 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine Capacity160.3 cc294.72 cc
Power17.2 PS PS27.32 PS PS

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Pulsar NS160
₹1.20 Lakhs*
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42
Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.59 Lakhs*
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
12 L13.2 L
Length
2017 mm-
Ground Clearance
170 mm-
Wheelbase
1372 mm1369 mm
Kerb Weight
152 kg184 kg
Height
1060 mm-
Saddle Height
807 mm788 mm
Width
803.5 mm-
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mmFront :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm280 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80 -17 Rear :-130/70 -17Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm240 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloySpoke
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Range
504 km-
Max Speed
120 kmph-
Max Power
17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm27.32 PS
Stroke
60.7 mm65 mm
Max Torque
14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm26.84 Nm
Transmission
ManualManual
Displacement
160 cc294.72 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Clutch
Wet Multiplate-
Cooling System
Oil CooledLiquid Cooled
Starting
Kick and Self StartSelf Start Only
Gear Box
5 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Bore
58 mm76 mm
Rear Suspension
Nitrox mono shock absorber with CanisterTwin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload
Front Suspension
Telescopic with Anti-friction BushTelescopic Forks, 35 mm
Features
Tripmeter
Digital-
Seat Type
SplitSingle
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Console
Digital-
Call/SMS Alerts
No-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
YesYes
Clock
Yes-
Geo Fencing
No-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
USB Charging Port
No-
Battery Capacity
12V,8Ah-
Tail Light
LED-
Turn Signal Lamp
Halogen BulbLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
Halogen BulbLED
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
1,40,4951,83,556
Ex-Showroom Price
1,20,1711,59,431
RTO
9,61312,754
Insurance
10,71111,371
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
3,0193,945
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons

Pros

Extremely well styled and is an absolute head turnerBrings a brand of exclusivity to the garageEngine offers decent performance for the setup

Cons

Not the most practical motorcycle for daiy-to-day ridingStiff ride quality could be a deal breaker for someThe low ground clearance ends up scraping the belly too often

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