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KTM 390 Duke vs Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 390 Duke or Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 390 Duke and Pulsar NS400Z. KTM 390 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Price starts at Rs.1.92 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. KTM 390 Duke is 1 cylinder, 398 cc Engine can generate 45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a 1 cylinder, 373 cc Engine can generate 39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm power. In terms of mileage, 390 Duke provides a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar NS400Z has a mileage of 28.5 kmpl (base model). KTM 390 Duke is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

390 Duke vs Pulsar NS400Z

Key HighlightsKTM 390 DukeBajaj Pulsar NS400Z
PriceRs.2.97 LakhRs.1.92 Lakh
Engine Capacity398.63 cc373 cc
Power45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm
Mileage/Range35 kmpl28.5 kmpl
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KTM 390 Duke STD bike
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Rs. 2.97 Lakh
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Rs. 1.92 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
3.34 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.1
4.4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
398.63 cc
373 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston
Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
320
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
29
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29
-
Front Wheel Size
-
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
32
-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32
-
Rear Wheel Size
-
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
5-clicCompressioRebounadjustableOpeCartridgeWAPEUSforks43mdiameter
4mUpside-DowForks
Rear Suspension
Adjustable WP APEX MoNoshock& 5-step Rebound damping& 10-step preload adjustable
MoNoshock Absorbers
Front Tyre Size
-
110/70 - 17

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
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
2 Years or 30000 km
-

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame
-

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Ignition
CDI
CDI
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
3 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
398.63 cc
373 cc
Engine Type
Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& DOHC& FI Engine
Liquid Cooled& 4V& DOHC with DLC coated finger followers
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Top Speed
167 kmph
157 kmph
Bore x Stroke
89 mm x 64 mm
-
Charging Socket
-
check
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
45.3 bhp @ 8500 rpm
39.4 bhp @ 8800 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
-
Call/SMS Alerts
check
check
Front Storage Box
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
-
Low Oil Indicator
check
-
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
4
Service Reminder Indicator
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
check
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
3
4
Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Assist And Slipper Clutch
Traction Control System
check
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Height
820 mm
-
Wheelbase
1367 mm
1344 mm
Ground Clearance
183 mm
168 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1.6 Litres
-
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports
Seat Height
-
807 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
168.3 kg
174 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • A new engine with more power
  • More aggressive design
  • Adjustable WP APEX suspension
  • Loaded with tech such as cornering ABS & traction control
  • Superbly priced for the segment it belongs to
  • Use of cycle parts from siblings makes the maintenance costs less
  • Puch-packed performance from the engine
  • Agile handling makes it fun to ride on the city streets
  • Braking entices confidence inside the new riders
Cons
  • The price is a bit high
  • Peculiar color options
  • Looks similar to its smaller siblings such as the Duke 250
  • Design looks similar to the smaller N250 and NS200
  • Build quality could have been better considering the use of cycle parts
  • Seat comfort is not as good as you would like it to be
  • Barebone features like LCD console make it feel less premium
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 390 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Safety

390 Duke comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Pulsar NS400Z has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.

Comfort & Convenience

KTM 390 Duke has features like 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 and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

KTM 390 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Pulsar NS400Z comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

KTM 390 Duke has a 15 Litres fuel tank with 820 mm seat height. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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KTM 390 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Owner Reviews

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    • A
      Anonymous
      09 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Truly love this bike—I have no words to explain how much I love it.
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    • NB
      Nabajit Boro
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Best naked bike in its segment killer looks and a high-performance engine, yet budget-friendly. If you’re thinking of buying a 400cc bike, no doubt, go for it.
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    • AK
      Abhishek Kumar
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      The bike’s black look is very appealing, and it has next-level pickup. It comes at a great price truly an awesome KTM Duke 390.
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      Prince
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Potent engine, sharp handling, and a feature-rich experience in a compact package. The blue color has a great shine and brightness, making it perfect for road trips. Overall, a very good experience.
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    • UP
      Umesh Prasad
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Very fantastic bike in 2025 for you my dream bike is here I am buy this bike.
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