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Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs Yamaha FZ FI V2 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduAll 2 trim prices verified 13 Oct 2026Comparing Pulsar NS 125 vs FZ FI V2 Front Disc variants

The short answer

Bajaj Pulsar NS125 costs रु 15,000 less ex-showroom. Pulsar NS125 has 13 mm more ground clearance. FZ FI V2 has 0.4 PS more power.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 if

Bajaj Pulsar NS125 costs रु 15,000 less ex-showroom.Pulsar NS125 has 13 mm more ground clearance.

It is the most powerful 125cc motorcycle in Nepal, offering the premium 'NS' naked-sport styling at a more accessible price point than its 160cc or 200cc siblings.

Pros

Most powerful engine in the 125cc segment

Premium perimeter frame chassis for superior handling

Aggressive street-fighter styling identical to larger NS models

Muscular NS200-style design with perimeter frame and LED lighting

Digital console with Bluetooth, navigation and gear indicator

260mm disc with dual-piston caliper and single-channel ABS

Cons

Heaviest bike in the 125cc category affecting power-to-weight ratio

Lacks Single-channel ABS which some Indian variants received

Thin rear tyre compared to the muscular bodywork

Rear brake is still a drum, not a disc

Air-cooled engine with no oil-cooling circuit

Traditional bulb turn indicators, no hazard light function

As of 08 Oct 2026

Choose the Yamaha FZ FI V2 if

FZ FI V2 has 0.4 PS more power.

This variant offers the same core value as the standard FZ FI V2, serving as a reliable, budget-friendly commuter. It is ideal for riders who prefer a simple, proven mechanical setup without the complexity of newer tech.

Pros

Proven, reliable engine

Excellent fuel efficiency

Comfortable ergonomics for city riding

Affordable entry into the Yamaha brand

Exceptional rider and pillion comfort for daily use

Single-channel ABS and dual disc brakes at this price

Cons

Dated design and halogen lighting

Lacks modern safety features like ABS

Missing advanced connectivity features

Performance is modest compared to newer 150cc rivals

Only 12.4 PS, the lowest output in its own segment

Noticeable power lag when quick acceleration is needed

As of 07 Oct 2026

13 rows compared

Bajaj

Pulsar NS125

रु 3,51,900Lowest price

Yamaha

FZ FI V2

रु 3,66,900

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 3,51,900Cheapest

रु 3,66,900

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

HH Bajaj

MAW Rides Pvt. Ltd. (Yamaha Nepal)

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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Engine capacity

12 litre (12,000 cc)

149 cc

Max power

12 PS

12.4 PS+0.4 PS

Max torque

11 Nm

Not disclosed

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

2,012 mm

Not disclosed

Height

1,078 mm

Not disclosed

Ground clearance

178 mm+13 mm

165 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

·Suspension Front: Telescopic Fork

·Suspension Rear: Monoshock with Nitrox

As of 13 Sept 2026

·Suspension Type (Front): Telescopic fork

·Suspension Type (Rear): 7-Step Adjustable Monocross Suspension

As of 23 Sept 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Full Digital Console

·Bluetooth Connectivity

·Mobile Notifications

·Ride Connect App

As of 13 Sept 2026

·Speedometer: Digital

·Clock: Digital

·ECO Indicator: Equipped

As of 23 Sept 2026

🛡️Safety

·Brakes: CBS

·Front Brake: Disc, Ø 240 mm

·Rear Brake: Drum, Ø 130 mm

·Tyres Front: 80/100-17, Tubeless

·Tyres Rear: 100/90-17, Tubeless

·Tyre Pressure Front: 1.75 Kg/cm²

·Tyre Pressure Rear (Solo): 2.00 Kg/cm²

·Tyre Pressure Rear (Pillion): 2.25 Kg/cm²

·ABS Ride Mode with Rain Mode, Road Mode, Off-road Mode

As of 13 Sept 2026

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

·Tyre Size (Rear): 140/60R17M/C 63P - Radial Tubeless

·ABS: Single Channel ABS

·Brake Type (Front): Disc Brake 282 mm with ABS

·Brake Type (Rear): Disc Brake 220 mm

·Side Stand Engine Cut-Off Switch: Equipped

As of 23 Sept 2026

Warranty & After-sales

·5 Year Warranty

·2 years or 30,000 km engine warranty

As of 13 Sept 2026

·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 valid only if all Free and Paid Services are availed from Authorized YAMAHA dealer as per Recommended Service Schedule using genuine spare parts

·Each service must be availed within 100 days from date of previous service or as per recommended service schedule, whichever is earlier

·Service schedule includes 6 Free Services and 5 Paid Service Coupons

·Proprietary items (Tires, Tubes, Battery, Spark Plug, Helmet) are warranted by their respective manufacturers, not 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, oil seals, cables, electrical items, drive chain, sprocket, clutch plate, bearings, air cleaner element, wheel rim misalignment/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 from atmospheric/industrial pollution effects

·Warranty excludes unauthorized alteration, modification, or replacement of parts

·Warranty excludes vehicle not serviced per schedule by Authorized Dealers

·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 noise, vibration, oil seepage not affecting performance

·Warranty excludes damage from misuse, oil/petrol adulteration, or bad road conditions

·Warranty excludes tampering/repair by unauthorized persons/workshops

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

·Warranty excludes damage from non-recommended accessories or modifications

·Warranty excludes consequential damage claims from 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

·Expenses to bring motorcycle to Authorized Dealer are borne by the customer

As of 23 Sept 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Frame: Perimeter Frame

·Headlamp: 12V, 35/35 W

·Available Colors: Fiery Orange, Burnt Red, Beach Blue, Pewter Grey

As of 13 Sept 2026

·Headlight: LED

·Break/Tail Light: 12V, 21/5WXI

As of 23 Sept 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Imported as CKD units from India and assembled by HH Bajaj in Nepal

As of 11 Sept 2026

·Available through authorized MAW Enterprises dealers across Nepal

As of 27 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Bajaj Pulsar NS125

Yamaha FZ FI V2

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 3,51,900

रु 3,66,900

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 3,300

≈ रु 5,300

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 1,705

≈ रु 1,705

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 3,56,905

≈ रु 3,73,905

EMI / month

≈ रु 6,568 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 6,848 · 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 NS125 full details Yamaha FZ FI V2 full details EMI calculator Insurance cost On-road price

Our verdict

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is the stronger buy: it is रु 15,000 cheaper ex-showroom (4.3%) and still leads on dealer and service reach.

Choose the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 if

the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
you want servicing within reach of where you live

Measured: 99 more service centres in Nepal (189 vs 90).

Choose the Yamaha FZ FI V2 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

6 recorded since August 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS125: 4 · Yamaha FZ FI V2: 2. 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.

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Trim prices distributor-verified

2 of 2

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 NS125 vs Yamaha FZ FI V2 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Pulsar NS125 or Yamaha FZ FI V2?

As of October 2026, the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 starts at Rs 3.52 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.15 lakh less than the Yamaha FZ FI V2 at Rs 3.67 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and Yamaha FZ FI V2 in Nepal?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 costs Rs 3.52 lakh and the Yamaha FZ FI V2 costs Rs 3.67 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 or the Yamaha FZ FI V2?

On our data the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is the stronger buy: it is रु 15,000 cheaper ex-showroom (4.3%) and still leads on dealer and service reach. Take the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Yamaha FZ FI V2 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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