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Bajaj Pulsar 160 NS problems, pros & cons — what owners in Nepal say

6 questions buyers asked about this bike, answered from what owners here report. Last checked 2026-09-30.

Compiled from what owners in Nepal report publicly, then reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor. This is owner sentiment, not our own road test, and it carries no star rating — we do not publish one unless verified owners have given us a score. How we compile and check this.

The short version

Owner opinion is genuinely split. The two verdicts above separate what people say about the car from what they say about its price.

The carMixed

great overall performance

The priceMostly accepted

Nepali owner discussion describes maintenance as relatively affordable and reports usable real-world mileage when the bike is maintained and ridden moderately.

Questions buyers asked

What is the mileage of the Bajaj Pulsar 160 NS?

It gives around 35 km/l in the city and does not exceed 50 km/l.

Last checked 2026-09-30 · confidence medium

Does the bike have vibration issues?

Yes, there are concerns about vibrations.

Last checked 2026-09-30 · confidence medium

Is the bike comfortable for taller riders?

There are mixed opinions; some find it suitable, while others express concerns.

Last checked 2026-09-30 · confidence medium

What is the price of the Bajaj NS160 in Nepal in 2026?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 FI Dual ABS is currently priced at Rs. 3,92,900 in Nepal.

That figure is what owners quoted, not our price. See the verified price for each variant.

Last checked 2026-09-30 · confidence medium

What is the top model of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 in 2026?

The top model currently available is the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 FI with Dual-Channel ABS.

Last checked 2026-09-30 · confidence medium

What is the NS160's mileage?

While the ARAI-claimed mileage is around 40-52 kmpl, real-world mileage in Nepal typically ranges from 32 to 40 kmpl depending on riding conditions.

Last checked 2026-09-30 · confidence medium

What owners actually said

Every line below says which it is. A quote is somebody's own words on the platform named. A summary is ours, drawn from published coverage — and never put inside quote marks.

“Ns160 great ❤️.”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“Yo n160 kosaile ne nalinu vanxu ma,dherai fault xa bike ma, bajaj nai na lida ne hunca..maile leko 6-7 mahina vayo clutch plate..udyo 1100km ma waranty ma payena, pick up issue, gear down garda 1 gear ma jadaina, jerk dherai hunxa, mileage 40-44 vanda didaina..meter ma herda..kam xaina.service center ma soddha kheri sab thik xa bike yestai ho fi vanxa.”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“Main problem chai pillion seat ho, ns ko vanda heighty sand small, overall op.”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“35 ko milage dinxa hawama 50 navhnana”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“Vibration hunxa ki nai yo?”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

The bike is good for handling and performance, but the mileage is not that good, it gives me 30-35 kmpl mileage.

Our summary, not a quoteReported by bikedekho.com

Price, service, resale and roads — here

  • Bajaj has an extensive authorized service network across urban and semi-urban Nepal.
  • Spare parts are widely available, though some owners note price differences compared to India.
  • Ground clearance of 170mm-175mm is generally considered sufficient for typical Nepali road conditions.
  • Real-world mileage in Nepal is often reported between 32-40 kmpl due to hilly terrain and traffic.
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is not yet on sale in Nepal, so no confirmed Nepal price, launch date or official local variant should be quoted.
  • Nepali discussion compares the NS160 with the NS200, N160 and other 160cc motorcycles, with buyers weighing performance against mileage, comfort and servicing cost.
  • One Nepali discussion mentions that replacement parts such as sprockets were obtainable through Kathmandu’s Teku market, but parts availability should be confirmed after an official Nepal launch.

Bajaj Pulsar 160 NS pros and cons from owners

Pros — what owners rate

  • great overall performance
  • Aggressive and sporty streetfighter design
  • Reliable engine performance for city commuting
  • Widely available spare parts and service network
  • Good handling and agility in traffic
  • Nepali owner discussion describes maintenance as relatively affordable and reports usable real-world mileage when the bike is maintained and ridden moderately.
  • Some riders value the NS160 for sporty performance, familiar Pulsar styling and enough power for normal Nepali roads.

Cons — problems owners report

  • issues with mileage
  • gear shifting problems
  • vibration concerns
  • build quality issues
  • Long-ride comfort issues causing shoulder and wrist pain
  • Real-world mileage lower than ARAI claims in hilly terrain
  • Dated instrument cluster compared to newer rivals
  • Variable service quality across different centers

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Where this evidence came from

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Owners abroad rate this bike's resale, warranty and service cost on their own market's terms. None of that applies here — different duty, dealer network and used market. It is shown separately and never counted above.

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