New flagship Pulsar N160 SS gets a 4-valve engine, electronic throttle, TFT display with Google Maps, traction control and ride modes
Bajaj Auto has expanded its Pulsar N range with the launch of two new motorcycles – Pulsar N160 S and Pulsar N160 SS. Priced at Rs 1,33,511 and Rs 1,42,585 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the new variants are positioned above the existing Pulsar N160, which will continue to remain on sale.
The launch comes as Bajaj celebrates 25 years of the Pulsar brand. While the existing N160 continues with its familiar 2-valve engine, the new N160 S and N160 SS introduce a significantly updated platform featuring a new 4-valve engine, electronic throttle, ride modes and several segment-first technologies.
New 4-Valve Engine, More Performance
Powering the new Pulsar N160 S and N160 SS is a new 164.5 cc, single-cylinder, 4-valve SOHC engine that now features oil cooling and Electronic Throttle Body (ETB). It develops 18.5 PS at 9,500 rpm and 14.4 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm, making it around 2.5 PS more powerful than the existing 2-valve N160.
The outgoing engine continues with 16 PS and 14.65 Nm, while using a simpler air-cooled setup with mechanical throttle. Bajaj claims the new motorcycle accelerates from 0-60 km/h in just 4.5 seconds, making it the quickest in its segment. Despite the increase in performance, the motorcycle continues with a 5-speed gearbox.
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Ride Modes, Traction Control And Crawl Tech
The biggest mechanical upgrade is the adoption of Electronic Throttle (ETB), allowing Bajaj to introduce electronic rider aids that were previously unavailable in this segment. Both N160 S and N160 SS get four riding modes – Road, Rain, Sport and Off-road. These alter throttle response depending on riding conditions.
Top variants also receive traction control, while Bajaj has introduced Crawl Technology that allows the motorcycle to move smoothly at very low speeds without requiring constant clutch operation in slow-moving traffic.
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TFT Display, Google Maps And Better Equipment
Feature updates differ between the two variants. The Pulsar N160 S comes with an LCD instrument console offering Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. The flagship Pulsar N160 SS upgrades to a 5-inch TFT display with Google Maps mirroring, claimed to be a first for a sports motorcycle in India. The top variant also supports Bluetooth + WiFi connectivity.
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Other premium additions on the N160 SS include adjustable clutch and brake levers, radial rear tyre, coloured alloy wheels and revised graphics. Both motorcycles continue with a tubular frame, monoshock rear suspension, 795 mm seat height, 165 mm ground clearance and a 14-litre fuel tank. However, there are notable hardware differences.
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The existing N160 uses 33 mm USD front forks, whereas the new 4-valve version gets larger 37 mm USD forks. The front brake has also grown from 280 mm to a 300 mm disc. Dual-channel ABS remains available on higher variants, while entry variants continue with single-channel ABS. Bajaj is also offering drum brake and rear disc options depending on variant.
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Variants And Prices
The expanded Pulsar N160 lineup now consists of three offerings. Existing Pulsar N160 (2-valve) continues as the entry model. New Pulsar N160 S starts at Rs 1,33,511 (ex-showroom). New Pulsar N160 SS is priced at Rs 1,42,585 (ex-showroom). The motorcycles will be available in three new colour options – Atlantic Blue, Pearl Metallic White and Brooklyn Black.
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