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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and its nearest 160cc rivals in Nepal: where the price makes sense

Discover Bajaj Pulsar NS160 pricing (Rs 3.31-3.93 lakh) and how it compares to TVS Apache and Hero Xtreme. Find out which offers the best value.

Published 11 Sept 2026 · Prices re-checked 11 Sept
The short answer
Rs 3.93 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar NS160, ex-showroom. Verified against distributor pricing on 11 Sept.
Rs 7,333
EMI from /mo
+15–20%
on-road, over ex-sh.
Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and its nearest 160cc rivals in Nepal: where the price makes sense
Image: Bajaj Pulsar NS160 official image
Rs 3.93 lakh
Ex-showroom · verified 11 Sept
Engine160.3cc
Variants1

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price in Nepal: the short answer

If you are searching for Bajaj Pulsar NS160, the price in Nepal runs from Rs 3.31 lakh to Rs 3.93 lakh across 4 variants. It is a manual-gearbox motorcycle and sits in the middle of Bajaj’s 160cc lineup, with a dealer network of 202 showrooms and 176 service centres under HH Bajaj.

A bike with a big service footprint is easier to own outside Kathmandu.

Where the NS160 sits in this shortlist

The NS160 is not the cheapest 160cc option here, and it is not the most expensive either. It lands below the Bajaj Pulsar N160 at Rs 4.36 lakh and well below the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 at Rs 4.69 lakh. It also undercuts the Hero Xtreme 160R at Rs 3.99 lakh to Rs 4.28 lakh.

At the same time, the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V starts close to it at Rs 3.39 lakh and tops out at Rs 3.95 lakh. The NS160 is priced to fight in the crowded middle.

Quick comparison of the main options

ModelPrice in NepalVariantsEngine / classDealer and service networkWhat it means for buyers
Bajaj Pulsar NS160Rs 3.31 lakh–Rs 3.93 lakh4Manual motorcycle202 showrooms / 176 service centresBest for buyers who want Bajaj reach and a balanced price band
TVS Apache RTR 160 4VRs 3.39 lakh–Rs 3.95 lakh4159.7cc, manual motorcycle254 showrooms / 53 service centresStrong rival if you want a very close price band and wide showroom reach
Hero Xtreme 160RRs 3.99 lakh–Rs 4.28 lakh3163cc, manual motorcycle87 showrooms / 14 service centresFits buyers willing to pay more for a different 160cc choice
Bajaj Pulsar N160Rs 4.36 lakh1Manual motorcycle202 showrooms / 176 service centresMore expensive than the NS160, so it suits buyers stretching upmarket
Bajaj Pulsar NS200Rs 4.69 lakh1199.5cc202 showrooms / 176 service centresFor buyers who decide to move up in displacement
Bajaj Pulsar NS125Rs 3.48 lakh1124.45cc, manual motorcycle202 showrooms / 176 service centresA smaller, lower-step Pulsar if price matters more than 160cc size

Who the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 suits best

Choose the NS160 if you want a sporty commuter with Bajaj’s wide showroom-and-service spread. That network is a real ownership advantage in Nepal. Repairs, routine servicing, and parts access tend to be less stressful when the brand has 176 service centres behind it.

It also makes sense if you want to stay under the Pulsar N160 and NS200 without dropping into a smaller class like the NS125. The NS160 sits in a practical middle zone.

Ride it if your use is mostly city commuting, weekday office runs, and the occasional longer trip. The price band leaves room for gear, registration costs, and other buying expenses.

When a rival may suit you better

Pick the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V if you want a direct rival with a very similar price spread. TVS has the largest showroom count in this group at 254 showrooms, but the service network is much smaller at 53 service centres. For some buyers, that split is fine. For others, it is a reason to stay with Bajaj.

Go for the Hero Xtreme 160R if you are comfortable paying more for a different 160cc option. Its dealer footprint is smaller than Bajaj's and TVS's. That can matter once you move beyond major cities.

Step up to the Bajaj Pulsar N160 only if you are happy to spend more for a newer position in the lineup. It is priced above the NS160 and keeps the same strong Bajaj support network.

What this price actually tells you

The NS160 is priced as a mainstream 160cc pick, not a budget-first buy. It is close enough to the Apache RTR 160 4V to force a real choice, yet still low enough to look better than the Pulsar N160 and NS200 for value-minded buyers.

The NS160 is not the cheapest path into the segment, but it has one of the strongest ownership backings in the group.

Should you buy the Bajaj Pulsar NS160?

If your shortlist starts with ns 160 price in nepal, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is one of the safest picks to check first. It balances price, a four-variant lineup, and a large Nepal network in a way that makes sense for everyday buyers.

For most Nepali riders, that is enough to make it the most sensible Bajaj choice in this comparison.

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 in Nepal and how does it compare to its 160cc rivals?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is priced between Rs 3.31 lakh and Rs 3.93 lakh in Nepal. It is positioned in the middle of the 160cc segment, being less expensive than the Bajaj Pulsar N160 and NS200, and more affordable than the Hero Xtreme 160R. It is closely priced to the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, which ranges from Rs 3.39 lakh to Rs 3.95 lakh.

Price ladder
Ex-showroom, verified 11 Sept · live from the catalog, not typed into the article
ModelSegmentEx-showroom
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V
MotorcycleRs 3.5 – 3.65 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar NS125
MotorcycleRs 3.52 lakh
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
MotorcycleRs 3.89 – 4 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar NS160This article
MotorcycleRs 3.93 lakh
Hero Xtreme 160R 4V
MotorcycleRs 3.99 – 4.28 lakh
Hero Xtreme 160R
MotorcycleRs 4.28 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar N160
MotorcycleRs 4.48 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
MotorcycleRs 4.8 lakh
Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z
MotorcycleRs 6.3 lakh
Bajaj Avenger 160 Streetnot on sale yetMotorcycle—
Monthly EMI, 3 years at 7.5%
On ex-showroom, 40% down. Your dealer’s down payment and processing fee will change this.
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V
Rs 6,530
per month · the entry point
Bajaj Pulsar NS125
Rs 6,568
per month · +Rs 38 vs the cheapest
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Rs 7,258
per month · +Rs 728 vs the cheapest
Rs 728/month separates the cheapest from the dearest here.Run your own numbers →

Our own record on this

Price movements we logged
13 recorded since August 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N160: 3 · Bajaj Pulsar NS200: 4 · TVS Apache RTR 160 4V: 2 · Bajaj Pulsar NS125: 4. 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 →
Prices checked against the distributor
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Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

Writes on vehicle pricing, taxation and the Nepali auto market from ongoing tracking of distributor price lists. Every price in this piece is read live from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — how we verify prices.

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