Bajaj presents the 2023 Pulsar NS160 and the Pulsar NS200 at the 2023 NADA Auto Show
Bajaj Auto has showcased the 2023 versions of its Pulsar series, which include the NS160 and NS200, at the 2023 NADA Auto Show. The updated editions of the Pulsar NS160 and Pulsar NS200 now come equipped with new USD forks and dual-channel ABS as standard features, in addition to an improved semi-digital instrument console. The company has introduced an initial pricing of Rs 3,84,900 for the 2023 Pulsar NS160 and Rs 4,24,900 for the fresh Pulsar NS200. Furthermore, Bajaj Auto has initiated a Dashain promotion that offers bike enthusiasts the opportunity to win discounts ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 2,75,000 on the purchase of Bajaj motorcycles.
Design and features
The 2023 NS160’s and NS200’s designs remain the same as the outgoing models. Both bikes come with notable design elements such as an aggressive front fascia, a muscular tank, split-set-up seats, grab rails, and an underbelly exhaust, among others. Furthermore, these bikes have been offered in four different colours: Burnt red, Satin blue, Metallic Pearl white, and Pewter grey.
The new NS160 and NS200 models come equipped with an upgraded semi-digital instrument console, which now includes additional information such as a gear position indicator, DTE (Distance To Empty), and real-time fuel efficiency. The console also continues to display essential details like time, speedometer, tachometer, and odometer, among others. Other notable features of these motorcycles include dual-channel ABS as a standard feature, along with reliable disc brakes and LED units.
Powertrain
The 2023 NS160 comes with the same powertrain as the outgoing models. The bike is powered by the same 160.3 cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled, twin-spark, four-valve, FI DTS-i engine. The engine generates a peak power of 17 hp at 9000 rpm and a peak torque of 14.6 Nm at 7250 rpm. For transmission, the engine comes mated to a five-speed gearbox. Similarly, the new NS200 also features no new changes to its powertrain. The bike is still powered by the same 199.5 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, triple-spark, four-valve, FI DTS-i engine. The engine generates a peak power of 24 hp at 9750 rpm and a peak torque of 18.74 Nm at 8000 rpm. For transmission, the engine comes mated to a six-speed gearbox.
Specifications
| 2023 NS160 | 2023 NS200 | |
| Engine displacement | 160.3 cc | 199.5 cc |
| Peak power | 17 hp at 9000 rpm | 24 hp at 9750 rpm |
| Peak torque | 14.6 Nm at 7250 rpm | 18.74 Nm at 8000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed gearbox | 6-speed gearbox |
| Fuel-tank capacity | 12 L | 12 L |
| Wheelbase | 1372 mm | 1363 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm | 167 mm |
| Brakes | Disc (front and rear) | Disc (front and rear) |
Chassis
| NS160 | NS200 | |
| Suspension | Front: 33mm USD fork Rear: Nitrox mono shock absorber with canister | Front: 33mm USD Fork Rear: Nitrox mono shock absorber with canister |
| Brakes | Front: Disc (260 mm) Rear: Disc (230 mm) | Front: Disc (300 mm) Rear: Disc (230 mm) |
| Tyres | Front: 90/90 -17 Tubeless Rear: 120/80-17 Tubeless | Front: 100/80-17 Tubeless Rear: 130/70-17 Tubeless |
2023 Bajaj NS160 and NS200 price in Nepal
HH Bajaj, the sole distributor of Bajaj in Nepal, has offered the 2023 NS160 and NS200 for an introductory price of Rs 3,84,900 and Rs 4,24,900, respectively. The new NS160 serves as a rival to the Honda CB Hornet 160R, the Suzuki Gixxer, and the Yamaha FZ-FI, and the NS200 competes with the likes of the KTM Duke 200 and the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V.
| Pulsar models | Price in Nepal |
| NS160 | Rs 3,84,900 |
| NS200 | Rs 4,24,900 |
