2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS 160: The motorcycle market in India is going through a massive change and performance, technology and design seems to be the in_ thing.
In this latticework of changing times, the latest 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS 160, which incidentally is a major stop in the brand’s journey forward and an expression of how Bajaj sees competition moving beyond just competition and instead as an idea about approachable performance motorcycling in the world’s largest two-wheeler market.
2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS 160: Design Speak: Sharper Looks and More Intentful
The year 2025 version of the Pulsar NS 160 has received the most complete change in appearance since the launch of the ‘Naked Sport’ sub-lineage.
Despite retaining Pulsar DNA, the new design gets sharper and edgier than before. Its front profile adopts an evolutionary design approach further enhanced with sharper lines up front, including its signature wolf-inspired headlamp complemented with LED lighting from all-around while establishing a strong presence on the road with its unique Daytime Running Light (DRL) patterns.
The tank retains its chunky appearance but has more defined knee pockets for better rider ergos. Striking tank extensions lead to new side panel design to help achieve the sense of agility and mass centralization, at first glance the bike looks compact & aggressive.
The tail is slightly more stubby and raised with split-seat outfit while the LED taillight continues the angular designing theme upfront.
Much attention has been paid to materials and finishing details, which were a sore point in the previous generation.
Plastic touch points have been replaced with machined aluminum parts and sweeping, gentle arcs, and premium painted finishes with a hint of metallic flake give the machine a subtle depth under different lighting.
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The base stLkeitor maintains its perimeter frame, but in modified form to stiffen the area around the steering head and the swingarm pivot while retaining flex in the sides of the frame.
The suspension includes regular telescopic forks up front (now with gold anodized outer tubes on higher-end models) and a monoshock rear with updated damping that gives improved small bump plushness without any loss of composure.
The benefits of improved unsprung mass come in the form of the new lightweight alloy wheels, which also help the bike handle better and change direction more quickly.
Braking gets a big bump, too, with a larger 300mm front disc, radial-mount caliper, and stainless-steel, braided lines that give more consistent lever action during aggressive riding.
It comes with standard dual-channel ABS as well that is tuned for Indian road conditions to provide an ideal amount of intervention.
The riding position is a nice balance of being in control but less of an ‘attack’ position than some. A subtly stepped-back footpeg position complements the new taper handlebar position to put the rider in a modestly aggressive position for urban commuting that is sporty enough for an all-day trip through canyon roads on the weekend.
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The core of the 2025 Pulsar NS 160 is its new age 160cc motor. Displacement is the same, but a lot has changed inside for the better.
The oil-cooled powerplant now comes with a 4-valve head (as opposed to the earlier 2-valve), leading to better air flow and increased performance especially at high RPM’s.
Output numbers rise by a small measure, yet it is a substantial 18.5 horsepower and 15.5 Nm of torque. The new delivery – far more important than peak numbers - sees impressive increases in the midrange where street riders will actually use their bikes.
The engine too retains the typical Pulsar’s urgency albeit with a bit more finesse due to significantly less vibes and mechanical clatter.
The 5-speed gearbox enjoys a second look, with new ratios designed to take advantage of the revvier powerplant, and a re-machined shift drum and spring plate to decrease lever effort and improve feel.
The NS 160 also comes with a slipper clutch, which was previously available for the bigger Pulsars, helping avoid rear wheel hop under aggressive downshifts as well as making the clutch pull lighter in stop-and-go conditions.
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The most radical change is the technological evolution, as the 2025 NS 160 sets new standards in its segment. Behind the cockpit instruments is a large multi-color TFT display that automatically adjusts the level of brightness depending on ambient light. In addition to the fundamentals, the set-up gets smartphone connectivity courtesy Bajaj’s polished mobile app.
It connects to your phone to provide you with turn-by-turn directions with clear arrows, and notifications for calls and messages that come through on your phone, as well as recording the ride telemetry to review and share later.
The system also enables the motorcycle to receive over-air-updates to the electronic systems with the potential of adding new features over time while customers own the motorcycle.
Convenience items are present in the keyless ignition, USB-C charging adapter, and handlebar mounted controls to access the display’s menus without removing hands from the grips. The premium versions come with tire pressure monitor that sends real- time info on the display.
Market Position and Value
The 2025 Pulsar NS 160 joins a more and more advanced category where people used to want more and more.
The motorcycle goes up against not just its traditional rivals such as the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Honda CB Hornet 2.0, but also indirect rivals like the growing interest in entry-level adventure and classic-styled motorcycles.
That is a crucial arm for Bajaj’s positioning of the NS 160 as a versatile platform well suited to living with as much as it can appeal to someone who has wanted a commuter bike, weekend fun bike, and touring tool that do not really try to mask their area of comfort.
This strategy recognizes the economic reality that most Indian motorcyclists can own only one vehicle and that it better work for everything they need it for.
2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS 160:
The 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 is an intelligent upgrade that retains the main elements that have made the Pulsar range a success, yet has evolved meaningfully in terms of design, performance and technology.
Rather than running after on-paper figures, Bajaj has ensured the development towards improving the everyday motorcycle, with overall balance seen across various areas of the motorcycle.
With Indian motorcyclists becoming more discerning in what they want, and what they want to buy, The Pulsar NS 160 goes a step further and sets new benchmarks for what a value performance motorcycle in the world’s largest motorcycle market should really be.
