Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar F250 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 F250 is available at ₹144,324, while the KTM 160 DUKE is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar F250 comes with a 249.07 cc unit compared to the KTM 160 DUKE's 164.2 cc, producing 18 kW (24.5 PS) @ 8,750 rpm and 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 35 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar F250 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 | Oil‑cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 249.07 cc | 164.2 cc |
| Engine Type | Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil cooled, FI | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine |
| Power | 18 kW (24.5 PS) @ 8,750 rpm | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm |
| Torque | 21.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 L | 10.1 L |
| Mileage | 35 Kmpl | 36.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 162 | 147 |
| Seat Height | 795 | 815 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | 300 mm Disc | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm |
| Front Suspension | USD telescopic fork (37 mm) | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox mono‑shock | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80–17 Tubeless | 110/70 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70–17 Tubeless | 140/60 - R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED projector + DRLs | LED HEADLAMP |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V, 8 Ah VRLA | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron |
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| Cluster | Fully digital LCD w/ Bluetooth & navigation | LCD Speedo |
| Color Options | Caribbean BlueRacing RedTechno GreyBrooklyn Black | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 144267 Dual Channel ABS | 151037 | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 5‑speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
