TVS Raider 125 vs Bajaj Pulsar N125: Light and Quick Compared
Bajaj designed the Pulsar N125 to be light, quick and easy, which is precisely the recipe that made the TVS Raider 125 our best selling motorcycle in Araria. Here is how the two compare for a buyer walking in today.
The numbers at a glance
- TVS Raider 125: 124.8 cc air and oil cooled, 11.38 PS, around 67 kmpl, 123 kg
- Bajaj Pulsar N125: around 125 cc and roughly 12 PS
- The N125 is the lighter bike, the Raider the better equipped one
- Both are aimed at first-time buyers who want more than a plain commuter
Performance
The N125 makes around 12 PS against 11.38 PS for the Raider, and Bajaj has kept its weight low, so it feels brisk. The Raider counters with air and oil cooling, which keeps performance consistent when the engine is working hard in summer traffic. On the road the two feel closely matched.
Weight and ease of riding
Both are light enough to suit a new or smaller rider. The Raider sits at 123 kg with a low seat that gives confidence at a standstill in traffic. If the bike will be shared between riders of different heights, sit on both before choosing.
Mileage
The Raider is rated at around 67 kmpl. Bajaj quotes the N125 competitively as well, since economy is central to its pitch. Expect both to land within a few kmpl of each other in real district riding.
Features and instrumentation
The Raider offers a colour TFT display with navigation, call alerts and ride modes on higher variants, along with LED lighting. The N125 offers a well judged package for its price. As always in this class, compare the exact variants your budget reaches rather than the headline model.
Service and ownership in Araria
TVS Madni Motors is the authorized TVS dealership for Araria, on Dak Bunglow Road. Raider owners get genuine parts, trained technicians and warranty work locally, plus finance and exchange in the same visit.
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the TVS Raider 125 for the richer feature set, proven mileage and local authorized service.
- Choose the Pulsar N125 if its light weight and marginal power advantage appeal to you.
- For real performance rather than a quick 125, look at the Apache RTR 160 4V.
The N125 is a well judged bike and Bajaj clearly studied what works in this class. What the Raider brings is a longer track record in this district, a deeper feature list and a dealership five minutes from Vikash Market. For a first bike that has to last, those things matter.
Figures quoted are indicative and change by variant and model year. Call our showroom for current pricing.
Buying your first bike?
Our team at TVS Madni Motors in Araria will walk you through finance, insurance and registration, and set up a Raider test ride.
Related questions
01Which is better for a first bike, Raider 125 or Pulsar N125?
Both are light and easy to ride. The Raider adds a colour TFT display, ride modes and a proven mileage figure of around 67 kmpl, with authorized service in Araria itself.
02How much does the TVS Raider 125 weigh?
It weighs 123 kg, which with its low seat makes it one of the easiest 125 cc bikes for a new rider to manage.
03Can I get low down payment finance in Araria?
Yes. Schemes with low down payments are regularly available through TVS Credit at TVS Madni Motors. The exact amount depends on the model and current offers.