Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the KTM 250 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 250 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 250 DUKE's 249.07 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 22.8 kW @ 9250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 30.08 kmpl for the KTM 250 DUKE. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Oil-cooled | Liquid cooling with radiator |
| Displacement | 160.3 cc | 249.07 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 22.8 kW @ 9250 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 15 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 30.08 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | 162.8 |
| Seat Height | 804 | 800 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | Supermoto ABS |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | 320 mm Disc with Radially mounted calliper |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | 240 mm Disc with Floating calliper |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | WP APEX Monoshock, 10-step preload adjustable |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 110/70 - R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 150/60 - 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) | Full Split LED Headlamp |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | 12 V, 8 AH MF battery |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | 5" LCD display |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Ebony BlackElectronic OrangeAtlantic BlueMetallic Silver |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | Standard | 217401 |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
