Comparing the KTM 160 DUKE and the Bajaj Pulsar 125 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the KTM 160 DUKE is available at a price on request, while the Bajaj Pulsar 125 is priced at ₹91,610. On the engine front, the KTM 160 DUKE comes with a 164.2 cc unit compared to the Bajaj Pulsar 125's 124.4 cc, producing 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm and 8.68 kW (11.8 PS) @ 8500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 36.5 kmpl for the KTM 160 DUKE versus 51.46 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar 125. 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 | Liquid Cooled | Air‑cooled |
| Displacement | 164.2 cc | 124.4 cc |
| Engine Type | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine | 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine |
| Power | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm | 8.68 kW (11.8 PS) @ 8500 rpm |
| Torque | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm | 10.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.1 L | 15 L |
| Mileage | 36.5 kmpl | 51.46 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 147 | Split: 144 / Single: 146 |
| Seat Height | 815 | 795 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | — |
| Front Brake | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm | 240 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm | 30mm Telescopic forks |
| Rear Brake | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm | 130 mm Drum |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm | Twin Hydraulic Suspension |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 110/70 - 17 | 80/100 × 17 Tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 140/60 - R17 | 100/90 × 17 Tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED HEADLAMP | 12 V HS1 35/35 W |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron | DC, 12V, 4Ah VRLA |
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| Bike Image 3 | — |
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| Cluster | LCD Speedo | Fully Digital LCD |
| Color Options | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue | Racing Red Tan BeigeBlack Race RedBlack Cyan BlueBlack Dark GreyBlack Gold |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 | Single Seat | 92170 Split Seat | 94229 Neon Single Seat | 107675 |
| Starter | Self Start Only | Electric & Kick |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 5‑speed |
