Bajaj is one of the leading bike brands in India. Hence, it is natural for the OEM to offer naked street bikes in a bid to remain relevant. The top-selling naked street bikes from the house of Bajaj are the Pulsar NS 200 and NS 160.
The following sections will shed light on the USPs of the bikes.
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This motorcycle is placed above the Pulsar 220F. It recently received a much-needed update. The bike is now BS6-compliant.
The bike has a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 199 CC, fuel-injected motor. The peak power and torque output of the bike stand are at 23bhp and 18Nm. The bike has a smooth-shifting 6-speed gearbox. It has a telescopic fork-style suspension setup for the front wheel. The rear wheel is paired with a preload-adjustable mono-shock suspension unit.
The front wheel comes equipped with a 280mm disc rotor. The rear wheel has a 230mm disc rotor. The bike is equipped with single-channel ABS as OEM standard fitment. The dry weight of the motorcycle is 156 KGs. The vehicle has a fuel tank with a 12-liters capacity.
The overall ergonomics of the bike are similar to any naked street bike. The handlebar is wide and low. The footpegs are positioned near the rear wheel. This ensures that the riding stance of the rider remains aerodynamic and aggressive. Both tall and short riders can ride the bike in comfort for long hours.
The fuel tank is designed to offer ample support to the inner thighs of the rider. The seat is well padded, wide, and soft enough to keep the rider comfort even on the bumpiest of roads.
The colors available in Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 are -
Similar to the NS 200, the NS 160 is a premium bike from Bajaj. It is meant for those who do not want to own the Pulsar 150. The overall package of the bike, aesthetically speaking, is similar to the NS 200. The small profile tires on the bike make it clear that it is a sibling of the NS 200. The front disc rotor is smaller compared to the NS 200. However, the bike retains the perimeter frame from its sibling. That ultimately makes it the best handling 160 CC bike when compared to the Pulsar 150.
The bike comes with a powerful 160 CC engine. It is a single-cylinder, oil-cooled, fuel-injected motor. It also complies with the BS6 emission norms. The engine is capable of producing peak power and torque figures of 15.3bhp and 14.6Nm respectively. A gearbox is a 5-speed unit with tuned gear ratios so that the rider enjoys linear performance from the engine.
The front suspension setup is a telescopic fork-style unit. The rear unit is a preload-adjustable, gas-charged mono-shock unit. Alloy wheels are standard fitment. The front tire profile is 80/100 and the rear tire profile is 110/80. The bike is equipped with front and rear disc brakes. Bajaj offers the bike with single-channel ABS as standard fitment.
The riding stance is similar to the NS 200. The footpegs are close to the rear wheel. The clip-on handlebar is forward positioned. All of this together compels the rider to sit aggressively. This ensures impeccable control over the bike and adds to the aerodynamics of the vehicle. The overall handling of the NS 160 is better than the NS 200. The reason is the low dry weight of the former which stands at 151 KGs. It is easy to take the bike on corners even at relatively high speeds. The bike can be ridden with confidence and in a hassle-free manner.
The colors available in Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 are -
Both bikes are ideal picks for anyone looking for a naked street bike that is cheap to acquire and maintain. For more details, consult with the experts at the nearest Bajaj-authorized dealership.
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