Comparing the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the KTM 85 SX 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 85 SX 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 85 SX's 84.9 cc, producing 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm and 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 40.36 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 versus 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX. 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 | 84.9 cc |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, Twin Spark, DTS-i FI | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine |
| Power | 12.5 kW (17 PS) @ 9000 rpm | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 5.2 L |
| Mileage | 40.36 Kmpl | 25 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 152 | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) |
| Seat Height | 804 | 865 mm |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual-channel ABS | — |
| Front Brake | Dual Channel ABS, 300 mm Disc | Disc 240 mm |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm Upside Down (USD) Fork (130 mm travel) | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm Disc(ABS) | Disc 220 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Nitrox Mono-shock | XACT WP PDS mono shock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80-17 Tubeless | 70/100 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70-17 Tubeless | 90/100 - 14 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubed |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | H4 Blue Tinge (12V 55/60W), With AHO (Auto Headlamps On) | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | DC, 12V, 4 Ah VRLA | — |
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| Cluster | Semi-digital LCD | — |
| Color Options | Ebony BlackPearl Metallic WhiteCocktail Wine RedPewter Grey | Orange |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Keihin PWK 28 |
| Price Variants | Single Channel | 122897 Dual Channel USD | 131305 | STD | 669000 |
| Starter | Electric | Kickstarter |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6 Speed Manual |
