Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the Bajaj Pulsar N160 side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the KTM 85 SX is available at a price on request, while the Bajaj Pulsar N160 is priced at ₹148,813. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the Bajaj Pulsar N160's 164.82 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 16 PS @ 8750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 59.11 Kmpl for the Bajaj Pulsar N160. 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 | 84.9 cc | 164.82 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FI |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 16 PS @ 8750 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 14 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 59.11 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 152 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 795 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual‑channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | 300 mm Disc |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | 37 mm Telescopic Forks |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | 230 mm Disc |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | Nitrox mono‑shock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 100/80-17 Tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 130/70‑17 Tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | Bi-functional Sealed LED projector HL with LED DRLs |
Other Specifications |
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| Bike Image 1 | — |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Bike Image 3 | — |
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| Cluster | — | Semi‑digital LCD |
| Color Options | Orange | Brooklyn BlackPearl Metallic WhitePolar Sky BlueGlossy Racing Red |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | Single Channel Single Seat | 116142 Dual Channel Single Seat | 118909 Dual Channel Single Seat USD | 124549 Dual Channel Split Seat USD | 128496 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 5‑speed manual |







