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Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs KTM 390 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar N160 or KTM 390 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar N160 and 390 Duke. Bajaj Pulsar N160 Price starts at Rs.1.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Twin Disc and KTM 390 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar N160 is 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm power whereas KTM 390 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 398 cc Engine can generate 45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of range, Pulsar N160 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and 390 Duke has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar N160 is available in 11 colours & 3 variants whereas KTM 390 Duke is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar N160 vs 390 Duke

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar N160KTM 390 Duke
PriceRs.1.23 LakhRs.2.97 Lakh
Engine Capacity164.82 cc398.63 cc
Power15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge35 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar N160 Twin Disc bike
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Twin Disc
Rs. 1.23 Lakh
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KTM 390 Duke STD bike
KTM 390 Duke
STD
Rs. 2.97 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.38 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    3.34 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.1
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    164.82 cc
    398.63 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Fixed
    Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    300
    320
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    29
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    100/80-R17
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    32
    Rear Wheel Size
    130/70-R17
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    5-clicCompressioRebounadjustableOpeCartridgeWAPEUSforks43mdiameter
    Rear Suspension
    Monoshock with Nitrox
    Adjustable WP APEX MoNoshock& 5-step Rebound damping& 10-step preload adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    -

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    check
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years/75000 kms
    2 Years or 30000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Tubular Frame
    Split-Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    164.82 cc
    398.63 cc
    Engine Type
    4 stroke& single cylinder& SOHC& 2-valve& air cooled& FI
    Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    120 kmph
    167 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    58 mm x 62.38 mm
    89 mm x 64 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    15.68 bhp @ 8750 rpm
    45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    3
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    check
    Side Stand Alarm
    -
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Brake Assist
    -
    Power Modes
    3
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1989 mm
    -
    Width
    743 mm
    -
    Height
    1050 mm
    820 mm
    Wheelbase
    1358 mm
    1367 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    183 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14 Litres
    15 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.6 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    795 mm
    -
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    154 kg
    168.3 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • More refined engine
    • Fuel efficient mechanical setups
    • Dual-channel ABS
    • Bajaj's widespread service network is a boon
    • A new engine with more power
    • More aggressive design
    • Adjustable WP APEX suspension
    • Loaded with tech such as cornering ABS & traction control
    Cons
    • Looks similar to N250
    • Bajaj's long-term reliability
    • Less on features when compared to the rivals
    • The price is a bit high
    • Peculiar color options
    • Looks similar to its smaller siblings such as the Duke 250
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    Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar N160 and KTM 390 Duke

    Safety

    Pulsar N160 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 390 Duke has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar N160 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and KTM 390 Duke, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar N160 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and 390 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar N160 has a 14 Litres fuel tank with 1050 mm seat height. KTM 390 Duke has 820 mm seat height and 15 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar N160 and KTM 390 Duke Owner Reviews

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    • 390 Duke Review
      • KC
        KANHU CHARAN
        06 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Good, must-buy N160. A very nice vehicle. Come fast and visit quickly. I love the N160 it looks very pretty, and I like it very much. Thank you, Bajaj team. Love you.
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        Sanket bambal
        06 Sep 2025
        5.0
        This bike offers a perfect mix of style, power, and comfort,smooth engine,sharp design,great handling, and dual channel ABS make it more reliable, sporty and value for money for daily ride.
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      • Uk
        Uday kumar
        05 Sep 2025
        5.0
        I really like the Pulsar N160. I like its black color, and its headlight is very good. The engine is also excellent. The N160 is a superb bike.
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      • AC
        Aravind Chowdary
        04 Sep 2025
        5.0
        It's good to sell, as the latest model of the Bajaj N160 comes with all new features.The style is very good, and I find this bike very comfortable.
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      • MG
        Mahesh Gupta
        02 Sep 2025
        4.4
        Good looking bike with great mileage. Best comfort under 1.40L. It definitely grabs attention when you ride it. The headlight design looks amazing too. I love this bike and highly recommend purchasing it.
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