Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar 125 and the KTM 160 DUKE side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is available at ₹91,610, while the KTM 160 DUKE is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar 125 comes with a 124.4 cc unit compared to the KTM 160 DUKE's 164.2 cc, producing 8.68 kW (11.8 PS) @ 8500 rpm and 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 51.46 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar 125 versus 36.5 kmpl for the KTM 160 DUKE. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Air‑cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 124.4 cc | 164.2 cc |
| Engine Type | 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine |
| Power | 8.68 kW (11.8 PS) @ 8500 rpm | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm |
| Torque | 10.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 10.1 L |
| Mileage | 51.46 Kmpl | 36.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | Split: 144 / Single: 146 | 147 |
| Seat Height | 795 | 815 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | 240 mm Disc | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm |
| Front Suspension | 30mm Telescopic forks | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm |
| Rear Brake | 130 mm Drum | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Hydraulic Suspension | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 80/100 × 17 Tubeless | 110/70 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 100/90 × 17 Tubeless | 140/60 - R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | 12 V HS1 35/35 W | LED HEADLAMP |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4Ah VRLA | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron |
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| Cluster | Fully Digital LCD | LCD Speedo |
| Color Options | Racing Red Tan BeigeBlack Race RedBlack Cyan BlueBlack Dark GreyBlack Gold | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Seat | 92170 Split Seat | 94229 Neon Single Seat | 107675 | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 |
| Starter | Electric & Kick | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 5‑speed | 6 Speed Manual |
