Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE R 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 1390 SUPER DUKE R 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 1390 SUPER DUKE R's 1350 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 140 kW (190 hp) @ 10,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 16.9 kmpl for the KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE R. 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 | 1350 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75° (EURO 5+) |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 140 kW (190 hp) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 145 Nm @ 8,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 17.5 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 16.9 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 210 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 834 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Bosch 9.3 MP (incl. cornering-ABS and Supermoto ABS) |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | 2 x Brembo Stylema Monobloc four piston, radially mounted caliper, brake disc Ø 320 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | WP APEX-USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Brembo two piston, fixed caliper, brake disc Ø 240 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | WP APEX-linkage shock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | Michelin Power GP, 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | Michelin Power GP, 200/55 ZR 17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Cast aluminium wheels 3.50 x 17"; 6.00 x 17" |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | 12V 11.2 Ah |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | — |
| 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 | Standard | 2295800 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 gears |








