Which one would you choose: Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Raider 125?

The newly launched updated version of Bajaj Pulsar NS125 competes with rivals Hero Xtreme 125R and TVS Raider 125 in the Indian motorcycle market. As consumer preferences shift towards higher displacement models, the 125 cc segment is gaining traction for commuting purposes.

With a focus on bigger bikes, two-wheeler manufacturers are increasingly emphasizing 125 cc, 160 cc, or 200 cc motorcycles in India. Bajaj Auto recently launched the updated Pulsar NS125, joining the competition with Hero Xtreme 125R and TVS Raider 125 in the premium motorcycle segment.

The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is priced at ₹1.05 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Hero Xtreme 125R ranges between ₹95,000 and ₹99,500 (ex-showroom), and the TVS Raider 125 is priced between ₹95,219 and ₹1.03 lakh (ex-showroom). The Hero Xtreme 125R is the most affordable, with the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 positioned as the top-tier in terms of pricing.

In terms of specifications, the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is equipped with a 125 cc DTS-i engine producing 11.83 bhp power and 11 Nm torque. The Hero Xtreme 125R features a 125 cc single-cylinder engine generating 11.4 bhp power and 10.5 Nm torque, while the TVS Raider 125 boasts a 124.8 cc engine outputting 11.22 bhp power and 11.2 Nm torque.

Overall, the Bajaj Pulsar NS125, Hero Xtreme 125R, and TVS Raider 125 offer competitive options in the 125 cc segment, catering to the evolving preferences of Indian motorcycle buyers towards premium higher displacement models.