Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 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 NS160 is available at ₹148,813, while the KTM 160 DUKE 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 160 DUKE's 164.2 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 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 | 160.3 cc | 164.2 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 10.1 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 36.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 147 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 815 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | 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 | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | LED HEADLAMP |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | LCD Speedo |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
