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Aprilia SR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar RS200in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 28 Jul 2026Comparing Carbon vs ABS variants

The short answer

Bajaj Pulsar RS200 costs रु 20,000 less ex-showroom. Pulsar RS200 has 2 mm more ground clearance. Pulsar RS200 has 13.5 PS more power.

Choose the Aprilia SR 160 if

You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Carbon variant adds cosmetic appeal over Standard Price premium mainly for distinctive styling

Pros

Unique Carbon graphics attract enthusiasts

Same strong 160 cc performance as other SR 160 trims

Sporty handling with stiff suspension setup

Cons

Mechanical specs same as Standard; higher price mostly for looks

Firm ride and average fuel economy remain

Underseat storage constrained by fuel tank

As of 18 Jul 2026

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 if

Bajaj Pulsar RS200 costs रु 20,000 less ex-showroom.Pulsar RS200 has 2 mm more ground clearance.Pulsar RS200 has 13.5 PS more power.

Strong value for enthusiasts seeking a faired 200cc sportbike with ABS and proven Pulsar performance. Best for riders who prioritize style and highway performance over fuel economy and commuting comfort.

Pros

Powerful 200cc FI engine with good top-end performance.

ABS and dual disc brakes enhance braking safety.

Distinctive fully-faired design with projector headlamps.

Established spares and service support via Bajaj network in Nepal.

Cons

Fuel efficiency relatively low compared to 150–160 cc commuters.

Riding posture and stiff suspension less comfortable for daily city use.

No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or full digital console.

Price premium versus naked 200cc rivals and 150–160 cc alternatives.

As of 28 Jul 2026

14 rows compared

Aprilia

SR 160

रु 4,19,900

Bajaj

Pulsar RS200

रु 3,99,900Lowest price

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 4,19,900

रु 3,99,900Cheapest

Range, all variants

रु 3,95,900 – रु 4,29,900

रु 3,99,900 – रु 4,24,900

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd.

HH Bajaj

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

No official national offer info; dealer offers may apply

2 offers on other variants

cash

Occasional seasonal cash discount or finance schemes from HH Bajaj Nepal

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

11 PS

24.5 PS+13.5 PS

Max torque

13.44 Nm

18.6 Nm+5.16 Nm

Transmission

CVT

manual

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

1,985 mm

1,999 mm

Height

1,166 mm

1,114 mm

Wheelbase

1,365 mm+10 mm

1,355 mm

Ground clearance

155 mm

157 mm+2 mm

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

188Better

Service centres

152Better

1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Telescopic front fork and rear monoshock for ride comfort

·Upright riding posture typical of SR-series scooters

·Padded single-piece seat for rider and pillion

As of 18 Jul 2026

·Split sporty seat with slightly aggressive riding posture

·Clip-on handlebars for better control

·Rear mono-shock suspension for comfort and stability

As of 28 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Digital instrument cluster with speed, fuel, trip info

·Engine kill switch and pass light for convenience

·Side-stand indicator on console

As of 18 Jul 2026

·Semi-digital instrument cluster with analog tachometer

·Digital speedometer, fuel gauge, trip meter

·No Bluetooth connectivity in Nepal-spec RS200

·Electric start with engine kill switch

As of 28 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·Front 220 mm disc brake

·Rear 140 mm drum brake

·Single-channel ABS standard

·Tubeless tyres on alloy wheels

·BS6-compliant emissions system

As of 18 Jul 2026

·Single-channel ABS on front disc

·Front 300 mm disc brake, rear 230 mm disc

·Perimeter frame for better handling stability

·Tubeless tyres front and rear

·No advanced rider-assist features like traction control

As of 28 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Carbon-themed graphics and dark treatment

·Sporty scooter design with sharp lines

·Twin headlamp setup with aggressive front fascia

·Available Carbon-specific colour/graphics option

As of 18 Jul 2026

·Fully faired sportbike design inspired by supersport styling

·Dual projector headlamps with LED position lamps

·LED tail lamp with distinctive crystal design

·Sporty graphics and color options like Yellow, Red, Blue

·Split grab rails and sharp rear section

As of 28 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Carbon variant officially listed as SR 160 Carbon

·Imported via Aprilia Nepal in limited sporty trim

As of 18 Jul 2026

·Imported from India as CKD/CBU and assembled/sold in Nepal

·Officially sold through HH Bajaj showrooms in major cities

·Positioned as flagship Pulsar sport model in Nepal

As of 28 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Aprilia SR 160

Bajaj Pulsar RS200

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom

रु 4,19,900

रु 3,99,900

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 6,800

≈ रु 6,800

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 1,931

≈ रु 1,931

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 4,28,631

≈ रु 4,08,631

EMI / month

≈ रु 7,837 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 7,464 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Aprilia SR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar RS200 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Aprilia SR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar RS200?

As of July 2026, the Aprilia SR 160 starts at Rs 3.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.04 lakh less than the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 at Rs 4 lakh.

What is the price of the Aprilia SR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in Nepal?

The Aprilia SR 160 costs Rs 3.96 lakh to Rs 4.3 lakh and the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 costs Rs 4 lakh to Rs 4.25 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Aprilia SR 160 or the Bajaj Pulsar RS200?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each bike is ahead.

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