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Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Yamaha Saluto 125 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu1 of 2 trim prices distributor-verified Comparing Pulsar 125 vs Saluto 125 Disc variants
The short answer

Bajaj Pulsar 125 costs रु 10,000 less ex-showroom. Pulsar 125 has 7 mm more ground clearance. Pulsar 125 has 3.5 PS more power.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar 125 if
Bajaj Pulsar 125 costs रु 10,000 less ex-showroom.Pulsar 125 has 7 mm more ground clearance.Pulsar 125 has 3.5 PS more power.

Official price is higher than some Nepal portal listings. Value depends on final dealer quote and local offers.

Pros
Official Nepal listing and specs are available.
Two colour choices give simple variant selection.
Refined 124.4cc engine with minimal vibration at speed
Smooth 5-speed gearbox with confident low-RPM tractability
Sporty split-seat styling borrowed from the Pulsar 150
Accessible seat height suits most Nepali riders
Cons
Rear drum brake feels dated next to disc-braked rivals
Front disc lacks bite compared to bigger Pulsars
No gear position indicator on the instrument cluster
Official mileage figures remain undisclosed by Bajaj
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Choose the Yamaha Saluto 125 if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

At Rs 2,84,900 it is a practical but not especially feature-rich 125cc commuter. It suits buyers who want a Yamaha badge, simple mechanics, and everyday city use.

Pros
Affordable ex-showroom pricing for a branded 125cc commuter.
Simple engine and 4-speed drivetrain should keep maintenance easy.
Front disc improves braking confidence over drum-only rivals.
Yamaha dealer network is widely available in Nepal.
Cons
Missing modern convenience features buyers may expect at this price.
Rear drum brake is less confidence-inspiring than all-disc setups.
Single-variant lineup limits buyer choice.
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Bajaj
रु 2,74,900Lowest price
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Yamaha
रु 2,84,900
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
Ex-showroom priceरु 2,74,900Cheapestरु 2,84,900
Fuelpetrolpetrol
DistributorHH BajajMAW Rides Pvt. Ltd. (Yamaha Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
Offers
cash
Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026).
No offer on this variant
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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
Engine capacityNot disclosed125 cc
Max power11.8 PS+3.5 PS8.3 PS
Max torque10.8 Nm+0.7 Nm10.1 Nm
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
Height2,055 mmNot disclosed
WheelbaseNot disclosed1,265 mm
Ground clearance187 mm+7 mm180 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
Showrooms in Nepal211Better199
Service centres192Better86
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other detailsAs stated per category; verified where a distributor sheet confirmed it
SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Seating capacity: 2
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·Comfortable Long Seats
·Front Suspension: Telescopic fork
·Rear Suspension: Swingarm
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📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Digital-analog console
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·Analog commuter-style instrumentation.
·No Bluetooth or navigation features found.
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🛡️Safety
·Front Brakes: 240 mm Disc
·Rear Brakes: 130 mm Drum, CBS
·Front Tyres: 80/100-17 Tubeless
·Rear Tyres: 110/80-17 Tubeless
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·Front Brake Type: Disc 245mm
·Rear Brake Type: Drum-UBS
·245mm Disc Brakes with UBS
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Warranty & After-sales—
·Whole-vehicle warranty: 2 years from date of sale or first 30,000 kilometers of operation, whichever occurs first, covering manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship, repaired/replaced free of labour and parts charges at Authorized Dealer
·Battery warranty: applicable till 1 year or 10,000 KM, whichever is earlier, from date of sale of vehicle
·Proprietary items (Tires, Tubes, Battery, Spark Plug, Helmet) are warranted by their respective manufacturers, not by YAMAHA, and must be claimed directly with those manufacturers
·Warranty validity condition: customer must avail all Free and Paid Services from an Authorized YAMAHA dealer as per the Recommended Service Schedule using only genuine spare parts
·Each service must be availed within 100 days from the date of previous service or as per recommended schedule, whichever is earlier, for warranty validity
·Service schedule referenced in handbook contains 6 Free Services and 5 Paid Service Coupons
·Warranty excludes normal maintenance operations (engine tune-up, decarbonising, fuel system cleaning, wheel/brake/clutch adjustments)
·Warranty excludes consumable/wear-and-tear items: brake shoes, fasteners/shims/washers/gaskets, rubber or plastic components (other than tires & tubes), oil seals, cables, electrical wiring, bulbs, filters, spark plugs, drive chain, sprocket, clutch plate, race bearing, air cleaner element, and wheel rim misalignment or bend
·Warranty excludes parts subjected to misuse, accident, negligent treatment, or used with non-recommended parts/equipment
·Warranty excludes use of non-genuine parts, non-genuine oil and lubricants
·Warranty excludes rust caused by atmospheric effects from industrial pollution
·Warranty excludes parts altered, modified, or replaced in an unauthorized manner affecting performance/reliability
·Warranty excludes motorcycles not serviced per the schedule or not maintained per manual instructions (especially during break-in period)
·Warranty excludes motorcycles used for competition, racing, or record attempts
·Warranty excludes motorcycles used for commercial purposes or loading (e.g., taxi)
·Warranty excludes normal phenomena such as noise, vibration, oil seepage that do not affect performance
·Warranty excludes damage from misuse while driving, adulterated oil/petrol, or bad road conditions
·Warranty excludes damage from tampering/repair by unauthorized persons or workshops
·Warranty excludes consumables like oil and grease used during free services or warranty repairs
·Warranty excludes damage from modification or fitting of accessories other than those recommended by YAMAHA
·Warranty excludes claims for consequential damage due to previous malfunction
·Warranty excludes damage caused by improper oil/grease or non-genuine parts
·Warranty excludes risks such as accidents, lightning, water, fire, other acts of God, improper handling, or external causes beyond YAMAHA's control
·This warranty does not affect customer's statutory rights under applicable Indian laws, nor consumer's rights against the Dealer arising from sales/purchase contract
·Disputes arising from this warranty policy fall under exclusive jurisdiction of Gautam Budh Nagar (Noida) Courts
·Manufacturing defect warranty: 2 years from date of sale or first 30,000 kilometers of operation, whichever occurs first
·Battery warranty: applicable till 1 year or 10,000KM, whichever is earlier, from date of sale of vehicle
·Warranty valid only if all Free and Paid Services are availed from Authorized YAMAHA dealer as per Recommended Service Schedule using only genuine spare parts
·Each service must be availed within 100 days from the date of previous service or as per recommended service schedule, whichever is earlier
·Proprietary items (Tires, Tubes, Battery, Spark Plug, Helmet) are warranted directly by their respective manufacturers, not by YAMAHA
·Warranty excludes normal maintenance operations (engine tune-up, decarbonising, fuel system cleaning, wheels/brakes/clutch adjustments)
·Warranty excludes consumable/wear-and-tear items: brake shoes, fasteners/shims/washers/gaskets, rubber or plastic components (other than tires & tubes), oil seals, cables, electrical wiring, bulbs, filters, spark plugs, drive chain, sprocket, clutch plate, race bearing & element air cleaner, and wheel rim misalignment or bend
·Warranty excludes rust from atmospheric effects due to industrial pollution
·Warranty excludes parts altered, modified or replaced in unauthorized manner
·Warranty void if motorcycle not serviced by Authorized Dealers per schedule (6 Free Services, 5 Paid Service Coupons)
·Warranty excludes motorcycles used for commercial purposes and loading, e.g. taxi
·Warranty excludes normal noise, vibration, oil seepage that do not affect performance
·Warranty excludes damage from misuse while driving, adulteration of oil/petrol, or bad road conditions
·Warranty void if any part is tampered/repaired by unauthorized persons/workshops
·Warranty excludes consumables like oil, grease used during free services or warranty repairs
·Warranty excludes damage due to modification or fitting of accessories other than those recommended by YAMAHA
·Warranty excludes claims for consequential damage due to any previous malfunction
·Warranty does not cover accidents, lightning, water, fire, other acts of God, improper handling, or external causes beyond YAMAHA's control
·Customer bears expenses to bring motorcycle to Authorized Dealer
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✨Design & Exterior
·Bi-functional LED projector headlamp with LED DRLs
·Head Lamps: LED with AHO
·Tail Lamps: LED
·Available in multiple colors
·Brooklyn Black
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·New Colors and Graphics
·Available colors: Blue, Green, Grey
·Colors: Blue, Green, Grey
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📊Sales & Imports
·Nepal Drivessays market price around Rs 259,000; portal figures conflict.
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·Listed in Nepal at Rs 2,84,900 ex-showroom.
·MAW Rides is the authorized Yamaha motorcycle distributor in Nepal.
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Every variant, priced

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

Bajaj Pulsar 125
Yamaha Saluto 125

What each one really costs you

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

SpecificationBajaj Pulsar 125Yamaha Saluto 125
Ex-showroomरु 2,74,900रु 2,84,900
Road tax + registration≈ रु 3,300≈ रु 3,300
Third-party insurance≈ रु 1,705≈ रु 1,705
Estimated on-road≈ रु 2,79,905≈ रु 2,89,905
EMI / month≈ रु 5,131 · 3 yr @ 7.5%≈ रु 5,317 · 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.

Bajaj Pulsar 125 full detailsYamaha Saluto 125 full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is the stronger buy: it is रु 10,000 cheaper ex-showroom (3.6%) and still leads on dealer and service reach.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar 125 if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 106 more service centres in Nepal (192 vs 86); 12 more showrooms in Nepal (211 vs 199).

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Price movements we logged
3 recorded since August 2026

Each is a dated change we applied to a published ex-showroom price after checking it. A logged change may be a distributor's revision or our own correction coming into line with the official figure — the log says which way each one moved, and when, not why.

See the full price-change log →
Trim prices distributor-verified
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Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 31 October 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Bajaj: 211 showrooms, 192 service centres · Yamaha: 199 showrooms, 86 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Yamaha Saluto 125 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Pulsar 125 or Yamaha Saluto 125?

As of October 2026, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 starts at Rs 2.75 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.1 lakh less than the Yamaha Saluto 125 at Rs 2.85 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Yamaha Saluto 125 in Nepal?

The Bajaj Pulsar 125 costs Rs 2.75 lakh and the Yamaha Saluto 125 costs Rs 2.85 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Pulsar 125 or the Yamaha Saluto 125?

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is the stronger buy: it is रु 10,000 cheaper ex-showroom (3.6%) and still leads on dealer and service reach. Take the Bajaj Pulsar 125 if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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