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Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs Yamaha XSR155 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduAll 4 trim prices verified 13 Oct 2026Comparing N 250 vs Standard variants

The short answer

Bajaj Pulsar N250 costs रु 32,000 less ex-showroom. XSR155 has 5 mm more ground clearance. Pulsar N250 has 6.1 PS more power.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar N250 if

Bajaj Pulsar N250 costs रु 32,000 less ex-showroom.Pulsar N250 has 6.1 PS more power.

Best-equipped N250 in Nepal, with BS6, dual ABS and Bluetooth console; price suits buyers wanting premium Pulsar performance. Worth it for enthusiasts who prioritize features and future-proof emission tech over saving ~40k versus older variants.

Pros

Strong 249 cc engine with good performance for highway and city.

Dual-channel ABS and discs at both ends improve braking safety.

Feature-rich BS6 trim with Bluetooth console and modern LED lighting.

Competitive price for a flagship Pulsar compared to 250 cc rivals.

Cons

Higher price than older N250 variants may deter budget buyers.

No significant cargo/underseat storage for daily utility.

Ground clearance and weight only average for rough rural roads.

Lacks advanced safety aids like traction control or riding modes.

As of 28 Jul 2026

Choose the Yamaha XSR155 if

XSR155 has 5 mm more ground clearance.

VRC1 offers the full XSR155 mechanical and safety package at the lowest color price, making it strong value for riders who prioritize performance and features over premium paint options. It best suits daily riders and enthusiasts wanting neo‑retro style, dual‑channel ABS, traction control and Yamaha reliability without paying extra for non-functional cosmetic upgrades.

Pros

Strong 155cc VVA engine with 18.4 PS and 6-speed gearbox for lively performance.

Dual-channel ABS, dual disc brakes and traction control enhance safety in Nepali conditions.

Modern hardware: USD forks, DeltaBox frame, digital cluster and Y-Connect connectivity.

Best price-to-feature balance among XSR155 color variants for value-focused buyers.

Lightweight 137kg chassis suits crowded Nepalese streets

18.4 PS VVA engine offers lively road performance

Cons

Warranty and extended-warranty details are not clearly communicated in Nepal.

No significant mechanical or feature upgrade versus higher-priced variants, only color differences.

Underseat storage is minimal compared with scooters, limiting practical cargo use.

Seat height 810 mm and sporty ergonomics may be challenging for shorter or purely comfort-focused riders.

810mm seat can challenge shorter riders

Firm suspension can feel harsh on broken roads

As of 22 Sept 2026

14 rows compared

Bajaj

Pulsar N250

रु 5,32,900Lowest price

Yamaha

XSR155

रु 5,64,900

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 5,32,900Cheapest

रु 5,64,900

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

HH Bajaj

MAW Rides Pvt. Ltd. (Yamaha Nepal)

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

Typical seasonal cash discounts from dealers; no specific official offer disclosed.

cashExpired

Introductory NADA Auto Show launch pricing for XSR155 Vivid Red (VRC1-equivalent).

Ended 30 Aug 2026

1 offer on other variants

Explore full specifications and service support

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Engine capacity

Not disclosed

155 cc

Max power

24.5 PS+6.1 PS

18.4 PS

Max torque

21.5 Nm

Not disclosed

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

1,986 mm

2,005 mm

Height

1,080 mm

Wheelbase

1,341 mm+16 mm

1,325 mm

Ground clearance

165 mm

170 mm+5 mm

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

209

247Better

Service centres

189Better

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

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Seating capacity: 2

·Upswept exhaust; relatively accessible 795 mm seat height

As of 29 Sept 2026

·Front Suspension: Telescopic upside down Front Fork

·Rear Suspension: Swingarm (link suspension)

·Upside Down Front Forks

As of 04 Sept 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·New digital board with Bluetooth connectivity to connect to your Pulsar

·Turn-by-turn navigation, fuel and speed indicators on digital board

As of 28 Sept 2026

·Speedometer: Digital

·Tachometer: Digital

·Fuel Gauge: Digital

·Fuel Consumption Indicator: Equipped

·Y-Connect (Smartphone Bluetooth Connectivity): Equipped

As of 04 Sept 2026

🛡️Safety

·Front Brake: ABS, Disc 300 mm

·Rear Brake: ABS, Disc 230 mm

·Dual channel ABS: 3-mode ABS brakes: Road, Rain, and Off-Road

·Electronic Traction Control prevents tires from slipping on slippery surfaces during acceleration

As of 28 Sept 2026

·Brake Type (Front): Hydraulic disc brake (ABS)

·Brake Type (Rear): Hydraulic disc brake (ABS)

·ABS: Dual Channel

·Traction Control System: Equipped

As of 04 Sept 2026

Warranty & After-sales

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·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 10,000 KM, whichever is earlier, from date of sale of vehicle

·Warranty validity requires all Free and Paid Services be availed from an 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 schedule, whichever is earlier

·Warranty repair covers parts and labour at no charge for manufacturing defects due to material or workmanship

·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, wheel/brake/clutch adjustments)

·Warranty excludes consumable/wear-and-tear items (brake shoes, fasteners, gaskets, rubber/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, wheel rim misalignment/bend)

·Warranty excludes parts affected by misuse, accident, negligent treatment, or use with non-recommended parts/equipment

·Warranty excludes use of non-genuine parts, non-genuine oil and lubricants

·Warranty excludes rust caused by atmospheric/industrial pollution

·Warranty excludes parts altered, modified, or replaced in an unauthorized manner

·Warranty void if motorcycle not serviced per schedule (6 Free Services, 5 Paid Service Coupons) 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 not affecting performance

·Warranty excludes repairs due to misuse, adulterated fuel/oil, or bad road conditions

·Warranty void if tampered/repaired by unauthorized persons/workshops

·Warranty excludes consumables like oil, grease used during free services or warranty repairs

·Warranty excludes damage from modification or fitting of non-recommended accessories

·Warranty excludes claims for consequential damage due to previous malfunction

·Warranty excludes damage from improper oil/grease or non-genuine parts

·Warranty excludes accidents, lightning, water, fire, other acts of God, improper handling, or external causes beyond YAMAHA's control

·This is the entire written warranty; no other person including Authorized Dealer or agent/employee may extend or enlarge its terms

·Disputes regarding this warranty policy are under exclusive jurisdiction of Gautam Budh Nagar (Noida) courts

As of 20 Sept 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Frame: Tubular frame

·Front Suspension: USD Fork, 37 mm dia

·Rear Suspension: Mono suspension, without canister

·Front Tyre: 110/70-17, M/C 54S, Tubeless

·Rear Tyre: 140/70-17, M/C 66S, Tubeless

·Tyre Pressure Front: 1.75 Kgf/cm2 (25 PSI)

·Tyre Pressure Rear (Solo): 2 Kgf/cm2 (28 PSI)

·Tyre Pressure Rear (Pillion): 2.25 Kgf/cm2 (32 PSI)

·Head lamp & Tail Lamp: LED

·Rear Number Plate Lamp: 12V,5W

·Horn: 12V, DC

·Wider rear tyre

·Upside down fork - inverted bar front suspension system

·Colours available: Gloss Racing Red, Pearl Metallic White, Brooklyn Black

As of 28 Sept 2026

·Frame Type: Delta Box

·Front Suspension System: Upside down (USD) fork

·Rear Suspension System: Swingarm (link suspension)

·Tyre Size (Front): 100/80-17M/C 52P Tubeless

·Tyre Size (Rear): 140/70R-17M/C 66H Tubeless

·Headlight: LED

·Brake/Tail Light: LED

·Colors Available: Metallic Black, Metallic Grey, Vivid Red

As of 04 Sept 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Officially sold via Bajaj Nepal distributor Hansraj Hulaschand

·Positioned as Pulsar flagship above N160 in Nepal

·Ex-showroom Nepal price around Rs 5,00,900 as of July 2026

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Imported and distributed by MAW Rides Pvt. Ltd. in Nepal

·Four Nepal variants: BMC, VRC1, WMC, SMX

·VRC1 pre-booking price Rs 539,900 announced ahead of launch

·428 XSR155 units booked during NADA Auto Show 2026

·Launched at NADA Auto Show 2026, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu

·Official MAW price list confirms XSR155 RED at NRs 539,900

·45.5 kmpl

As of 27 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Bajaj Pulsar N250

Yamaha XSR155

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 5,32,900

रु 5,64,900

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 12,300

≈ रु 6,800

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 2,157

≈ रु 1,931

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 5,47,357

≈ रु 5,73,631

EMI / month

≈ रु 9,946 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 10,543 · 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 N250 full details Yamaha XSR155 full details EMI calculator Insurance cost On-road price

Our verdict

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar N250 is the stronger buy: it is रु 32,000 cheaper ex-showroom (6%) and still leads on dealer and service reach and power.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar N250 if

the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
you want servicing within reach of where you live
you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking

Measured: 99 more service centres in Nepal (189 vs 90); 6.1 PS more power.

Choose the Yamaha XSR155 if

you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 38 more showrooms in Nepal (247 vs 209).

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

10 recorded since September 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N250: 4 · Yamaha XSR155: 6. 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

4 of 4

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 13 October 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal

Bajaj: 209 showrooms, 189 service centres · Yamaha: 247 showrooms, 90 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 N250 vs Yamaha XSR155 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Pulsar N250 or Yamaha XSR155?

As of October 2026, the Bajaj Pulsar N250 starts at Rs 5.33 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.32 lakh less than the Yamaha XSR155 at Rs 5.65 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar N250 and Yamaha XSR155 in Nepal?

The Bajaj Pulsar N250 costs Rs 5.33 lakh and the Yamaha XSR155 costs Rs 5.65 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Pulsar N250 or the Yamaha XSR155?

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar N250 is the stronger buy: it is रु 32,000 cheaper ex-showroom (6%) and still leads on dealer and service reach and power. Take the Bajaj Pulsar N250 if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Yamaha XSR155 if you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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