Here is a price and spec based comparison of the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and the Hero Splendor Plus Xtec. The Hero Splendor Plus Xtec is cheaper, retailing at Rs 78,647 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 sells at Rs 92,671. The Hero Splendor Plus Xtec has the smaller engine here, at 97.2cc, producing 7.9bhp and , while the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is powered by a 124.45cc engine which produces 7.9bhp and . The Hero Splendor Plus Xtec has a claimed mileage of 73 kmpl and the Bajaj Pulsar NS125 has a claimed mileage of 46.9kmpl. Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
92,671
Ex-Showroom Price
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78,647
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 124.45 cc | 97.2 cc | |
| Weight | 144 kg | 112 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 litres | 9.8 litres | |
| BHP | 11.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 7.9 bhp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | CBS | IBS | |
| Front Brake | -- | -- | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Drum | |
| Front Wheel Size | 17 inch | 18 inch | |
| Rear Brake | -- | -- | |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum | |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 18 inch | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Size | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | |
| Wheel Size | -- | -- | |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
| Dimensions | |||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 litres | 9.8 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | 179 mm | 165 mm | |
| Kerb Weight | 144 kg | 112 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 2.6 litres | 1 litres | |
| Seat Height | 805 mm | 785 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,353 mm | 1,236 mm | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (km) | 75,000 km | 70,000 km | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 5 year | 5 year | |
| Vehicle Warranty | -- | -- | |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Battery | DC, 12V, 8Ah VRLA | MF Battery, 12V - 3Ah | |
| Bore x Stroke | -- | -- | |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate | |
| Compression Ratio | 10+/- 0.5 : 1 | 9.9:1 | |
| Cooling System | Air Cooled | Air Cooled | |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 | |
| Displacement | 124.45 cc | 97.2 cc | |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2B | |
| Engine Type | -- | -- | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 4 Up | All 4 Up | |
| Max Power | 11.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 7.9 bhp @ 8,000 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 11 Nm @ 7,000 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | 46.9 kmpl | 73 kmpl | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 50 kmpl | 65 kmpl | |
| Riding Modes | No | No | |
| Riding Range | 563 km | 715 km | |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 103 kmph | 87 kmph | |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 4 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Service & Maintenance Schedule | |||
| 1st Service (Days) | 30-45 | 60 | |
| 1st Service (km) | 500-750 km | 500-750 km | |
| 2nd Service (Days) | 240 | 160 | |
| 2nd Service (Kms) | 4500-5000 | 3000-3500 | |
| 3rd Service (Days) | 360 | 260 | |
| 3rd Service (Kms) | 9500-10000 | 6000-6500 | |
| 4th Service (Days) | -- | 360 | |
| 4th Service (Kms) | -- | 9000-9500 | |
| 5th Service (Days) | -- | 460 | |
| 5th Service (Kms) | -- | 12000-12500 | |
| No. of Free Services | 3 | 5 | |
| Suspensions & Chassis | |||
| Chassis Type | Single down tube | Tubular Double Cradle | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No | |
| Rear Suspension | Mono shocks | 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | -- | XSENS Advantage Technology | |
| Automatic Start Stop | No | Yes | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | Yes | No | |
| Average Speed | No | No | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | Halogen Bulb | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | No | Yes | |
| Clock | Yes | No | |
| Cruise Control | No | No | |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No | |
| Document Storage | -- | -- | |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes | Yes | |
| Engine Temperature Indicator | No | No | |
| Front Storage Box | No | No | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | |
| Fuel Lid | -- | -- | |
| Gear Indicator | No | No | |
| Gear Shift Light | Yes | No | |
| Geo Fencing | No | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Hazard Warning Lights | No | No | |
| Headlight | -- | -- | |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Bulb | Halogen Bulb | |
| Helmet Hooks | -- | -- | |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Instrument Console | -- | -- | |
| Instrument Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital | |
| Keyless Lock/Unlock | No | No | |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | No | |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Oil Indicator | No | No | |
| Luggage Hooks | -- | -- | |
| Malfunction Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Phone Connectivity | No | Bluetooth | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | |
| OTA Updates | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Parking Brake | -- | -- | |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Pillion Comfort | -- | -- | |
| Pillion Seat | Stepped Seat | Yes | |
| Quickshifter | No | No | |
| Real Time Mileage Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Saree Guard | Yes | Yes | |
| Seat Opening Switch | -- | -- | |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off | Yes | Yes | |
| Silencer Cover | Yes | Yes | |
| Silent Start | No | Yes | |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | |
| Start Type | Kick and Self Start | Self Start | |
| Tachometer | Analogue | No | |
| Touch Screen Display | No | No | |
| Traction Control | No | No | |
| Tripmeter | -- | -- | |
| Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | Halogen Bulb | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | No | Yes | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | No | No | |
| Voice Assist | No | No | |