Honda XL 175 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL 175stacks up against the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL 175Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC
Model year19782005
Price$1,311
Engine175 cc180 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque15 Nm
Weight140 kg
Fuel capacity4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2 piston caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-17 / 100/90-17

Honda XL 175 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL 175 and the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL 175 brings its published horsepower, while the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC counters with 16 hp at 140 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: