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KTM 160 Duke vs Bajaj Pulsar RS200

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

160 Duke vs Pulsar RS200

Key HighlightsKTM 160 DukeBajaj Pulsar RS 200
PriceRs.1.71 LakhRs.1.71 Lakh
Engine Capacity164.2 cc199.5 cc
Power18.74 Ps @ 9500 rpm24.1 bhp @ 9750 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/charge35 kmpl
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KTM 160 Duke STD bike
KTM 160 Duke
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.92 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.92 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.5
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    10.1 Litres
    13 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    164.2 cc
    199.5 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Floating
    -
    Front Disc Size
    320
    300
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    R17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    -
    32
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    -
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    R17
    140/70-17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    WP Apex upside-down (USD) forks
    Telescopic with anti-friction bush
    Rear Suspension
    WP Apex monoshock
    Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
    Front Tyre Size
    110/70 R17
    110/70-17,54P

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

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

    Body & Suspension

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

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    check
    Engine Capacity
    164.2 cc
    199.5 cc
    Engine Type
    Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
    4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, Triple Spark, BSVI Compliant FI DTS-i Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    -
    140.8 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    66 mm X 48 mm
    72 mm x 49 mm
    Configuration
    SOHC
    -
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Max Power
    18.74 Ps @ 9500 rpm
    24.1 bhp @ 9750 rpm
    Max Torque
    15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
    18.7 Nm @ 8000 rpm
    Mileage (Claimed)
    -
    35 kmpl

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    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
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    -
    Hazard Warning Switch
    Radial Tyres
    check
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    Traction Control System
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

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

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • The highest performance numbers in this segment.
    • Packs more features than most rivals.
    • Gets switchable dual-channel ABS.
    • Gets premium quality hardware.
    • 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
    Cons
    • 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.
    • Quality is not very premium as per price
    • Engine buzzes in mid-range
    • Lacks some crucial modern features
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    Safety

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

    Comfort & Convenience

    KTM 160 Duke has features like Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Bajaj Pulsar RS200, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

    Dimensions

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

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    KTM 160 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 Owner Reviews

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      • Rk
        Raushan kumar
        17 Dec 2025
        5.0
        This bike is very beautiful and comes with a powerful engine. Its performance is impressive, and the braking system is excellent. The price is reasonable, making it an affordable option for middle-class families. Overall, it is a lovely bike that offers great value for money.
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        Godfray Barla
        2 Month ago
        2.0
        Its my dream bike, i like it for riding and i feel comfortable so I like very much ktm 160, ktm is the brand stell bike racing good and well.
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