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Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 160 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar RS200 or KTM 160 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar RS200 and 160 Duke. Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Price starts at Rs.1.71 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and KTM 160 Duke Price starts at Rs.1.71 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is 1 cylinder, 199 cc Engine can generate 24.1 bhp @ 9750 rpm power whereas KTM 160 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 18.74 Ps @ 9500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar RS200 provides a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model), and 160 Duke has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is available in 3 colours & 1 variants whereas KTM 160 Duke is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar RS200 vs 160 Duke

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar RS 200KTM 160 Duke
PriceRs.1.71 LakhRs.1.71 Lakh
Engine Capacity199.5 cc164.2 cc
Power24.1 bhp @ 9750 rpm18.74 Ps @ 9500 rpm
Mileage/Range35 kmplN/A km/charge
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Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar RS 200
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Rs. 1.71 Lakh
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KTM 160 Duke
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Rs. 1.71 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.92 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.92 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    5.0
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    10.1 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    199.5 cc
    164.2 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    -
    Front Disc Size
    300
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic with anti-friction bush
    -
    Rear Suspension
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    -
    Front Tyre Size
    100/80 - 17
    -
    Rear Tyre Size
    130/70 - 17
    -

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    -
    LED headlight
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years/75000 kms
    2 Years/30000 Kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
    Split-Trellis frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    199.5 cc
    164.2 cc
    Engine Type
    Fuel Injection System and Triple Spark 4 Valve 200cc BSVI DTS-i FI Engine and Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled 4 stroke Single Cylinder SOHC Internal Combustion Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    -
    Battery Capacity
    0.096 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    Full DC MF
    -
    Top Speed
    140.8 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    72 mm x 49 mm
    66 mm X 48 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1999 mm
    -
    Width
    765 mm
    -
    Height
    1114 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1345 mm
    -
    Ground Clearance
    157 mm
    174 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    13 Litres
    10.1 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    1.25 Litres
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    810 mm
    815 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    166 kg
    147 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design & styling looks aggressive on the road
    • Engine performance is very exciting
    • Braking performance is good
    • Spacious seating comfort for rider
    • Cheaper to maintain in long term
    • The highest performance numbers in this segment.
    • Packs more features than most rivals.
    • Gets switchable dual-channel ABS.
    • Gets premium quality hardware.
    Cons
    • Quality is not very premium as per price
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
    • Lacks some crucial modern features
    • The design from the older series Duke simply looks too dated.
    • The fuel tank is a puny 10.1-litre unit.
    • The LCD screen may remind you of a Nokia 1100.
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    Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 and KTM 160 Duke

    Safety

    Pulsar RS200 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . 160 Duke has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and KTM 160 Duke, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has a 13 Litres fuel tank with 1114 mm seat height. KTM 160 Duke has seat height and 10.1 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 and KTM 160 Duke Owner Reviews

    • Pulsar RS200 Review
    • 160 Duke Review
      • AK
        Ankush Kumar
        18 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Very good, NS 200 is an excellent bike, even better than super. It’s a nice bike with great performance and overall a super ride. Thank you.
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      • KK
        KARTHIK KARTHIK
        13 Sep 2025
        5.0
        I always like the Pulsar RS 200 BS6 (2021). It’s my favorite bike, and I truly love it. I’m very, very happy at this moment. Love you, my fellow bikers.
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      • NR
        Nihar Ranjan
        1 Month ago
        5.0
        Very comfortable bike with low maintenance. I recommended it to 5–6 of my friends, and they also have the same bike. It’s one of the best in the 200cc segment.
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        Nitin
        1 Month ago
        4.6
        Awesome and cool for trips and off-road rides. It looks great and runs powerfully, like a horse. Truly one of the most powerful vehicles, and it can even inspire customer trust and loyalty.
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        SATYAM
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        I want an aggressive, powerful bike with excellent speed—just one bike that can handle all conditions. I love this bike and need it for racing, so please confirm if I should buy it.
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