Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC vs Honda XL 185 S (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETECstacks up against the Honda XL 185 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETECHonda XL 185 S
Model year20051983
Price$1,311
Engine180 cc180 cc
Horsepower16 hp16 hp
Torque15 Nm
Weight140 kg
Fuel capacity4.0 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2 piston caliperExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires90/90-17 / 100/90-17 2.75-21 / 4.10-18

Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC vs Honda XL 185 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC and the Honda XL 185 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi ETEC brings 16 hp in a 140 kg package, while the Honda XL 185 S counters with 16 hp.

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: