Bajaj has come out with so many excellent bikes that it can sometimes be challenging to choose between all of them. When choosing, it is essential to look at all of the features of both bikes before making a decision.
An online survey shows that almost 72% chose the Bajaj Pulsar in the Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs Avenger Street 160 match. This article provides a side-by-side comparison of the features of the two bikes to understand why 72% felt the Bajaj Pulsar was better suited to their needs.
The first difference between both bikes is their prices. Although the difference is not that significant, for people to whom each penny matters, Bajaj Pulsar 150 is their end game. The Avenger costs around INR 1.04 lakh making it INR 8,467 costlier than the Pulsar, which is tagged at INR 95,872.
As per the Bajaj bikes price list, the on-road price of the Avenger is INR 1,24,114, and the on-road price of the Pulsar is INR 1,12,140, making the final difference between the bikes about 12,000 rupees.
While both bikes run on petrol, Avenger Street 160 is powered by a 160cc engine, and the Bajaj Pulsar 150 by a 140.5cc engine, which is a significant difference. Bajaj Pulsar 150 beats Avenger despite having lower cubic capacity because most of the customers belong to the middle class, whose priority is to get a commuter bike instead of a sports one.
The specifications for the Avenger's engine include a Twin Spark DTS-I, 4-stroke single-cylinder engine, which is air-cooled. On the other hand, the engine for the Pulsar is a Twin Spark BSVI compliant DTS-I FI Engine. The Avenger has a single-cylinder, whilst the Pulsar is famous for its 4-Stroke 2-Valve engine.
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The Maximum power the Avenger has is 13.79bhp @ 8,000rpm, and the maximum torque it has is 13.4Nm @ 6,000rpm. The Maximum power the Pulsar gives out is 14.79bhp @ 8,500rpm, and the maximum torque it has is 13.7Nm @ 7,000rpm. Being a sports bike, the Avenger outruns the Bajaj Pulsar 150 in terms of power and torque.
The Avenger is available only in two colours, red and black, but the Pulsar is available in 7 colours- red, white, blue, grey, off white, green, and maroon.
The Avenger is a self-start only bike, while the Pulsar has both the kick start option and the self-start option. Both the bikes have digital speedometers installed, too.
The body type of Avenger Street 160 is more robust, fit and crisp, whilst the Bajaj Pulsar owns a more decent, "normal" look with more focus on the rider's safety and ride's quality than on the styling of the vehicle.
The Avenger has a digital console, and the Pulsar has both an analogue and a digital console.
The Avenger does not have one, and the Pulsar has an analogue tachometer.
The feature of low fuel warning lamp is present when you purchase the Bajaj Pulsar 150 but not available with the Avenger Street 160.
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Considering the Bajaj bikes price list, the Bajaj Pulsar 150 is a clear and undisputed win over Avenger Street 160. The former offers a more economical and safe ride for daily commuters travelling up and down the congested traffic lanes to and fro their workplace and homes.
But if you're looking for something off-the-road that offers an enthralling adventure to unleash the beast within, falling on a more expensive side, then Avenger Street is your answer.
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