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Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs Hero Xtreme 125R in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 07 Sept 2026Comparing SD vs CBS variants

The short answer

Hero Xtreme 125R costs रु 9,000 less ex-showroom. Pulsar 150 has 2.4 PS more power.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar 150 if

Pulsar 150 has 2.4 PS more power.

Best for budget-focused riders wanting more punch than a 125, with proven engine and very usable fuel range. Worth its price if you can live without twin disc brakes and premium styling extras.

Pros

Strong low-end performance makes city riding easy even with pillion.

Large 15-litre tank gives excellent commuting range between fuel stops.

Simple, proven mechanicals and widespread Bajaj network keep running costs low.

Iconic Pulsar styling that still looks purposeful rather than dated.

Cons

Lacks rear disc and ABS compared to higher Pulsar 150 variants.

Design and equipment feel basic versus newer rivals and Pulsar N-series.

Halogen headlamp and simpler cluster reduce perceived modernity.

Vibrations at higher speeds make it less suitable for frequent highway use.

As of 01 Sept 2026

Choose the Hero Xtreme 125R if

Hero Xtreme 125R costs रु 9,000 less ex-showroom.

Most affordable Xtreme 125R variant in Nepal lineup Balances sporty styling with commuter-focused efficiency

Pros

High claimed mileage of 66 kmpl

LED lighting package at entry price

Comfortable suspension tune for city roads

Competitive pricing among 125cc sporty commuters

Dual-channel ABS is rare and reassuring at this price point

Ride-by-wire throttle feels precise across Eco, Road and Power modes

Cons

No ABS on CBS variant

Underseat storage details not officially shared

Feature list less premium than ABS variants

Gearbox shifts feel stiff, especially in stop-start traffic

Power mode throttle can turn jerky for smooth city riding

Panel gaps around the fuel tank betray the price point

As of 24 Aug 2026

14 rows compared

Bajaj

Pulsar 150

रु 3,07,900

Hero

Xtreme 125R

रु 2,98,900Lowest price

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 3,07,900

रु 2,98,900Cheapest

Range, all variants

रु 3,07,900 – रु 3,80,900

रु 2,94,900 – रु 3,27,900

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

HH Bajaj

CG Motors Pvt. Ltd.

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

No specific official cash discount currently documented at ex-showroom level.

2 offers on other variants

cash

Online price shown; dealer may add registration and taxes

2 offers on other variants

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Engine capacity

150 cc

Not disclosed

Max power

14 PS+2.4 PS

11.4 bhp (11.6 PS)

Max torque

13.3 Nm+2.8 Nm

10.5 Nm

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

Not disclosed

2,009 mm

Height

Not disclosed

1,051 mm

Wheelbase

Not disclosed

1,319 mm

Ground clearance

Not disclosed

180 mm

🔧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

·31 mm Telescopic front suspension

·Twin Hydraulic Suspension rear

As of 04 Aug 2026

·Front Suspension Dia. 37mm Conventional Fork

·Rear Suspension Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

As of 30 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Digital Fuel Gauge: Yes

·Call and SMS alert: No

·Semi Digital (LCD) instrument cluster

·Mobile App: No

·USB Charging: Type A

·Distance to empty

·Real time fuel economy

As of 04 Aug 2026

·Digital instrument cluster: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)

·i3S idle stop-start system for efficiency

·Pass switch and standard switchgear: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)

As of 13 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·ABS braking system

·260 mm Disc front brake

·130 mm Drum rear brake

·80/100-17, 46P Tubeless front tyre

·100/90-17, 55P Tubeless rear tyre

As of 04 Aug 2026

·Front Disc Type (IBS) - Dia 240 mm

·Rear Disc Type (ABS) - Dia 276 mm

As of 30 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·LED headlight

·LED taillight

·LED indicators

As of 04 Aug 2026

·Alloy Wheel Type

·Front Tyre Size 90/90-17 TL

·Rear Tyre Size 120/80-17 TL

·Available Colors: Stallion Black, Cobalt Blue, Firestorm Red

As of 30 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Sold by HH Bajaj since 2017 as mid-capacity commuter

·Positioned above 125cc Pulsars and below 160cc/200cc Pulsars

·SD is entry Pulsar 150 trim, focused on affordability

As of 01 Sept 2026

·Officially listed in Hero Nepal executive segment

·On-road price displayed as Rs 298,900

·Imported and distributed by NGM Hero Nepal

As of 13 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Bajaj Pulsar 150

Hero Xtreme 125R

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 3,07,900

रु 2,98,900

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 5,300

≈ रु 3,300

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 1,931

≈ रु 1,705

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 3,15,131

≈ रु 3,03,905

EMI / month

≈ रु 5,747 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 5,579 · 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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Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs Hero Xtreme 125R — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Pulsar 150 or Hero Xtreme 125R?

As of September 2026, the Hero Xtreme 125R starts at Rs 2.95 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.13 lakh less than the Bajaj Pulsar 150 at Rs 3.08 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar 150 and Hero Xtreme 125R in Nepal?

The Bajaj Pulsar 150 costs Rs 3.08 lakh to Rs 3.81 lakh and the Hero Xtreme 125R costs Rs 2.95 lakh to Rs 3.28 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Pulsar 150 or the Hero Xtreme 125R?

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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