Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is available at ₹148,813, while the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 comes with a 160.3 cc unit compared to the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S's 1301 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 160 PS @ 8750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 17.5 kmpl for the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S. 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 | 160.3 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75° |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 160 PS @ 8750 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 140 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 23 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 17.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 250 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 849/869 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc 320 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc 267 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 120/70 - ZR19 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 170/60 - ZR17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | LED Headlight |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | — |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | Scratch-resistant 7-inch TFT display |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Orange |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | STD | 2273900 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric starter |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
