Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar 125 price starts at Rs. 96,972, which is Rs. 46,062 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 125 Duke, priced at Rs. 1.43 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar 125 offers a claimed 51.46 kmpl, while the 125 Duke delivers 46.92 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar 125 uses a 124.58cc engine producing 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm and the 125 Duke a 124.7cc engine producing 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 125 and 125 Duke, the Pulsar 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 125 Duke stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 125 vs 125 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 125KTM 125 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 96,972Rs. 1.43 Lakh
Mileage 51.46 kmpl46.92 kmpl
Engine 124.58 cc124.7 cc
Max power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Top speed Not Available120 kmph
Kerb weight 131 Kg159 Kg

Pulsar 125 vs 125 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 125 Standard Single Seat LCDKTM 125 Duke STD
Rating
4 reviews
255 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 96,972 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.43 Lakh
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,898 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 6,392 Pulsar 125 Insurance Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
99 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
124.58 cc
124.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
Not Available
Max Power
12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Emission Type
Not Available
bs6-2.0
Bore
56 mm
58 mm
Stroke
50.5 mm
47.2 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
Not Available
4
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.05:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake
Drum
Not Available
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
51.46 kmpl
46.92 kmpl
Top Speed
Not Available
120 kmph
City Mileage (Tested)
51.46 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
57 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
110 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 31
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Not Available

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-100/90-17
Front :-110/70-R17, Rear :- 150/60-R17
Peak Power
Not Available
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
822 mm
Gross Weight
294 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2055*755*1060 mm3
1993*789*1083 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
Not Available
Length
2055 mm
1993 mm
Ground Clearance
184 mm
155 mm
Height
1060 mm
1083 mm
Width
755 mm
789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
13.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
131 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
Not Available
822 mm
Front Brake Size
260 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
230 mm

USB charging port
Type C (optional)
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
Not Available
LED

Frame Type
Double-cradle
Steel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
Coloured LCD
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Horn - Single, Clip-On Handlebar with Casted Components
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Tripmeter
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Techometer
Not Available
Digital
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
Not Available
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 125 Duke
  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine
KTM 125 Duke
  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. KTM 125 Duke or Pulsar 125 Neon?
  • Selecting between the KTM 125 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar 125 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, brand preference, features, performance, comfort, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. On the other hand, the Pulsar 125 Neon gives enthusiasts a taste of the Pulsar’s sporty DNA but in a less intimidating and more affordable package. The 125 Duke retails at Rs. 1.70 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the price of Pulsar 125 Neon starts at Rs. 77,843 (ex-showroom, Delhi). For a better understanding of performance and comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details. Read More:- Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM Duke 125
Q. I am planning to buy KTM duke125 bs6 or Honda hornet 2.0, could you suggest which bike is better in of both?
  • I'd commend you to buy ktm
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. On the other hand, The Hornet 2.0 isn’t quite a 200, but with its 185cc motor, it’s the closest that Honda has ever come. It’s also one of the most exciting-looking small bikes we’ve seen from Big Red recently, but on paper, it seems to stand in a class of its own. Honda Hornet 2.0 is powered by a 184.4 cc engine. This Hornet 2.0 engine generates a power of 17.26 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 16.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Is it worth to spend 1.5 Lac on DUKE 125 CC?? Duke 125 is more comfortable than MT15???
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Better you try higher CC
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Vs KTM 125 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke?
Bajaj Pulsar 125 has out rated KTM 125 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar 125 is cheaper than KTM 125 Duke by ₹46,062.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke?
For the Standard Single Seat LCD version, 124.58 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 125 produces 12.1 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 11.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 125 has better performance.

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