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Aprilia SXR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 05 Sept 2026Comparing BS6 vs FI Dual ABS BS6 variants

The short answer

Aprilia SXR 160 costs रु 3,900 less ex-showroom. Pulsar NS200 has 13.5 PS more power.

Choose the Aprilia SXR 160 if

Aprilia SXR 160 costs रु 3,900 less ex-showroom.

At around NPR 4.65 lakh ex-showroom, the SXR 160 BS6 is a premium maxi-scooter offering strong features and Italian styling. Best suited to urban and peri-urban riders wanting comfort, road presence and branded performance over pure value.

Pros

Distinctive maxi-scooter design with comfortable ergonomics for long rides.

Strong 160cc FI engine with adequate power for city and highway use.

Single-channel ABS with 220 mm front disc and tubeless tyres for safety.

Digital cluster, LED lighting and USB charging improve daily usability.

Cons

High price versus smaller-capacity and local scooters in Nepal.

Single-channel ABS only; no dual-channel or traction control offered.

Underseat storage capacity not clearly specified and may be modest.

Limited dealer and service network compared to mass-market Japanese and Indian brands.

As of 03 Sept 2026

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 if

Pulsar NS200 has 13.5 PS more power.

Strong value for riders wanting a proven 200 cc performance bike with ABS and 6-speed gearbox at a mid-range price. Best suited to enthusiasts and commuters who prioritize power and handling over latest LED/feature gimmicks.

Pros

Segment-leading 18 kW power and strong torque for its price.

6-speed gearbox improves highway usability and engine longevity.

Dual-channel ABS and perimeter frame deliver confident braking and handling.

Established Pulsar brand with wide parts availability in Nepal.

Compact, light chassis makes it genuinely agile in city traffic

Liquid-cooled engine revs eagerly and pulls cleanly past 100 km/h

Cons

Still uses halogen headlamp when many rivals have full LED.

Ride quality and seat may feel firm on broken Nepali roads.

Fuel efficiency is modest for daily commuters compared to 160 cc options.

Instrument cluster design and features feel dated versus newer rivals.

Five variants and a Rs 70,000 spread make trim selection confusing

Seat cushioning feels firmer than rivals over longer rides

As of 04 Aug 2026

12 rows compared

Aprilia

SXR 160

रु 4,65,000Lowest price

Bajaj

Pulsar NS200

रु 4,68,900

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 4,65,000Cheapest

रु 4,68,900

Range, all variants

रु 4,65,000 – रु 4,65,400

रु 4,68,900

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd.

HH Bajaj

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cashरु 10,000

Occasional cash discount campaigns mentioned by Aprilia Nepal Facebook promos

cash

No specific cash discount officially listed; standard retail pricing applies

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

11 PS

24.5 PS+13.5 PS

Max torque

11 Nm

18.7 Nm+7.7 Nm

Transmission

automatic

Not disclosed

Drivetrain

FWD

Not disclosed

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

1,985 mm

Not disclosed

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

202Better

Service centres

176Better

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

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Ergonomic bucket seats for rider and pillion

·Raised handlebar and flat footboard for relaxed posture

·Oversize saddle for better long-ride comfort

·Telescopic front forks

·Adjustable rear mono-shock suspension

·Dual telescopic front suspension mentioned

As of 03 Sept 2026

·Seat height of 805 mm

·Split-type seat

·Clip-on handlebars

·Center stand

As of 01 Sept 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Multi-function digital instrument cluster

·Cluster_type: fully digital, no Bluetooth disclosed

·USB charging port in front glove box

·Cluster backlit for better night visibility

·Keyless features not disclosed officially (As of: 03/09/2026)

As of 03 Sept 2026

·Fully digital instrument console displaying speed, tachometer, odometer, gear position and fuel trip data

·Bluetooth connectivity with turn-by-turn navigation support

·USB charging port next to the display

·Real-time and average fuel economy readouts on instrument cluster

·No dedicated hazard light switch

As of 01 Sept 2026

🛡️Safety

·Front 220 mm disc brake with ABS braking system

·Rear 140 mm drum brake

·Abs_type: single-channel ABS

·Front_brake: 220 mm disc with ABS

·Rear_brake: 140 mm drum

·Tyre_type: tubeless 120/70-14 front and rear

·Riding_modes: Not disclosed officially (As of: 03/09/2026)

·Traction_control: Not offered / not disclosed officially (As of: 03/09/2026)

·LED lighting improves visibility

As of 03 Sept 2026

·Dual-channel ABS with disc brakes on both ends

As of 20 Aug 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Maxi-scooter styling with large body and flat footboard

·LED headlamp and LED DRLs

·Headlamp_type: LED

·12-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels

·Available colours: White, Red, Blue, Black

·Sporty Italian design, BS VI compliant

·Tall dark fly screen for wind protection

As of 03 Sept 2026

·LED headlight shaped like a thunderbolt

·Exposed perimeter frame

·Underbelly exhaust

·Dual-tone white and black paint scheme with red accents

·LED lighting across headlight, taillight and turn signals

As of 01 Sept 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Price in Nepal NPR 465400 on Aprilia Nepal models page

·Listed as Rs 4.65 lakh BS6 in NepalDrives price list

·EV Nepal lists price Rs 4,65,400

·EVNewsNepal lists price Rs 4.65 lakh

·Introduced as first Aprilia scooter in Nepal

·Sold via authorized Aprilia showrooms in major cities

As of 03 Sept 2026

·Officially sold as Pulsar NS200 FI Dual ABS BS6 in Nepal since 2023

·Ex-showroom price Rs 451,900 in Nepal

As of 28 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Aprilia SXR 160

Bajaj Pulsar NS200

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 4,65,000

रु 4,68,900

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 6,800

≈ रु 6,800

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 1,931

≈ रु 1,931

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 4,73,731

≈ रु 4,77,631

EMI / month

≈ रु 8,679 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 8,751 · 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 SXR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS200 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Aprilia SXR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

As of September 2026, the Aprilia SXR 160 starts at Rs 4.65 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.04 lakh less than the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 at Rs 4.69 lakh.

What is the price of the Aprilia SXR 160 and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 in Nepal?

The Aprilia SXR 160 costs Rs 4.65 lakh to Rs 4.65 lakh and the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 costs Rs 4.69 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Aprilia SXR 160 or the Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

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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