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Bajaj Pulsar NS125

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Pulsar NS125

₹ 94,047ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
124.45cc
Power
11.8bhp
Mileage
46.9kmpl
Weight
144kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval
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Bajaj Pulsar NS125 — Overview

The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is a commuter bike available at a price range of Rs. 94,047 - Rs. 1,04,119 in India. It comes in 3 variants and 6 colours. It is powered by a 124.45 cc BS6 Phase 2 engine and has a user reported mileage of 50 kmpl. With front disc and rear drum brakes, the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 comes with combined braking system on both wheels. The Pulsar NS125 bike weighs 144 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 12 liters. It develops a power output of 11.8 bhp and a torque of 11 Nm.

The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is the performance entry point to the Pulsar NS-series - a liquid-cooled 125cc naked streetfighter launched in March 2022 that brought a class-first liquid-cooled engine to the 125cc segment in India. Its 124.4cc engine produces 14.5 PS, more than 3 PS ahead of every other 125cc naked at this price. The NS-series design - twin-pod LED headlamp, sculpted tank, exposed frame - is identical in character to the NS160 and NS200, making the NS125 look like a larger motorcycle than its displacement class. At Rs 1,10,000 ex-showroom, the NS125 is the performance and technology pick in the 125cc naked segment, trading some fuel economy and a price premium for outright capability.

What We Like

  • 14.5 PS from a 124.4cc liquid-cooled engine is the highest power output in the 125cc naked class in India - over 3 PS more than the TVS Apache RTR 125 4V (11.37 PS) and Hero Xtreme 125R (11.4 PS); on open roads, the performance gap is clearly felt in acceleration and top-end pull
  • Liquid-cooled engine - the first in the 125cc segment in India - runs significantly cooler at traffic signals than oil-cooled or air-cooled 125cc rivals; in summer city conditions in Bengaluru, Delhi, or Hyderabad, the NS125's engine management keeps heat contained rather than radiating it onto the rider's leg
  • NS-series design is a full generation ahead of every 125cc naked at this price - the twin-pod LED headlamp, muscular tank, and raised tail section give the NS125 visual proportions that match the NS160 and NS200; it is the most visually impressive 125cc in 2026

What Could Be Better

  • Rs 1,10,000 is Rs 15,000-17,000 more expensive than the TVS Apache RTR 125 4V (~Rs 95,000) and Hero Xtreme 125R (~Rs 93,000) - buyers who compare segment-to-segment will find the NS125's premium harder to justify unless performance and design are genuine priorities
  • 50.5 kmpl ARAI (real-world ~44-48 kmpl) is lower than oil-cooled and air-cooled 125cc rivals; the Apache RTR 125 returns approximately 50-55 kmpl real-world; at daily 50 km riding, the NS125 costs approximately Rs 8,000-12,000 more per year in fuel compared to more economical 125cc options
  • 800 mm seat height and 139 kg are at the tall and heavy end for a 125cc - the segment's primary buyer is often a first-time rider, and the NS125's seat height makes two-footing at stops difficult for riders under 5'4"

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the Bajaj Pulsar NS125?

The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is the most powerful and technologically advanced 125cc naked in India in 2026. Its liquid-cooled engine, 14.5 PS, and NS-series design are unmatched at this price in the 125cc class. For buyers who want maximum performance in a 125cc - and are willing to pay Rs 15,000-17,000 more than oil-cooled alternatives - the NS125 is the clear pick. Buyers who prioritise fuel economy and budget should look at the TVS Apache RTR 125 4V or Hero Xtreme 125R. For those who are stretching from 125cc to 150cc, consider that the Bajaj Pulsar N150 starts at Rs 1,09,000 - nearly the same price with 14.5 PS at 150cc and a more mature platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

QIs the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 worth buying in 2026?▾
Yes - if performance and the NS-series design are priorities. The NS125 has 14.5 PS and a liquid-cooled engine that no other 125cc naked can match at this price. The trade-off is Rs 15,000-17,000 more than the TVS Apache RTR 125 4V and lower fuel economy. Buyers with a firm Rs 1,10,000 budget should also compare the Bajaj Pulsar N150, which starts at nearly the same price with a more mature 150cc platform.
QWhat is the mileage of Bajaj Pulsar NS125?▾
The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 has an ARAI-certified mileage of 50.5 kmpl. Real-world mixed riding returns approximately 44-48 kmpl. On steady highway runs at 70-80 kmph, owners report toward the upper end. With the 12-litre tank, real-world range per fill is approximately 530-580 km.
QWhat is the difference between Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and Pulsar 125?▾
The NS125 uses a 124.4cc liquid-cooled engine producing 14.5 PS and carries the NS-series streetfighter design (twin-pod LED headlamp, naked styling). The Pulsar 125 is a more commuter-oriented 125cc with an air-cooled engine, producing approximately 12 PS, with a more conventional Pulsar design. The NS125 is the performance and design choice; the Pulsar 125 is the economy and price choice - at approximately Rs 75,000-85,000 it is Rs 25,000-35,000 cheaper than the NS125.
QDoes Bajaj Pulsar NS125 have ABS?▾
Yes - the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 comes with single-channel ABS as standard. The ABS controls the 300mm front disc during emergency braking to prevent front-wheel lockup. The rear wheel has a drum brake without ABS on the standard variant.
QWhat is the on-road price of Bajaj Pulsar NS125 in Delhi?▾
The Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ex-showroom price in Delhi is Rs 1,10,000. On-road in Delhi - adding Delhi RTO (~8-10%), third-party insurance (~Rs 6,000-7,500), and dealer charges (~Rs 3,500) - is approximately Rs 1,26,000-1,32,000.
QBajaj Pulsar NS125 vs TVS Apache RTR 125 4V - which is better?▾
The NS125 wins on power (14.5 PS vs 11.37 PS - a 3+ PS gap), liquid-cooling (cooler in traffic), and NS-series design. The Apache RTR 125 4V wins on price (~Rs 95,000 vs Rs 1,10,000 - Rs 15,000 cheaper), better fuel economy (real-world ~50-55 kmpl vs 44-48 kmpl), and the pedigree of TVS's Apache race-derived design. For maximum 125cc performance: NS125. For better value and economy: Apache RTR 125 4V.
QBajaj Pulsar NS125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R - which to buy?▾
The NS125 wins on power (14.5 PS vs 11.4 PS), liquid-cooling, and design modernity. The Xtreme 125R wins on price (~Rs 93,000 vs Rs 1,10,000 - Rs 17,000 cheaper), lower seat height (790mm vs 800mm), and better real-world fuel economy. For performance-first 125cc buyers: NS125. For budget-conscious buyers who want a modern 125cc: Xtreme 125R.
QWhat is the EMI for Bajaj Pulsar NS125?▾
For the NS125 with an on-road price of approximately Rs 1,28,000 in Delhi, EMI on a 36-month loan (after 20% down payment of Rs 25,600) starts from approximately Rs 3,000-3,400 per month. Check with your Bajaj dealer for current finance offers.

Rivals to Consider

Hero Xtreme 125R
Bajaj Pulsar 125