Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: August 20, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 price starts at Rs. 1.38 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.07 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.45 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar NS200 offers a claimed 40.36 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS200 and 390 Duke R, the Pulsar NS200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 390 Duke R stands out for performance.

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Pulsar NS200 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS200KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.38 LakhRs. 3.45 Lakh
Mileage 40.36 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc398.63 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 158 Kg168.3 Kg

Pulsar NS200 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Single ChannelKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
1078 reviews
144 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.38 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.45 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
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 Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,134 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 9,454 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,016 Pulsar NS200 Insurance Rs. 22,870 390 Duke R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
3 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
136 kmph
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
49 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
11+/-0.5:1
12.71:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
40.36 kmpl
30 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
154.9
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Mono Shock Absorber With Canister
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
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
805 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2 L
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1357 mm
Length
2017 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
168 mm
183 mm
Height
1075 mm
Not Available
Width
804 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
158 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Pressed Steel Perimeter Frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
16000 Kms/240 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Sporty handling characteristics
  • The 6-speed gearbox proves advantageous on the highway
  • Commendable performance considering the price point
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • Brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • Adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • Lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • Feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • You can barely feel any engine heat, even in bumper to bumper traffic
  • Motor has become a lot smoother than before
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Design looks dated now
  • Lacks adequate features and the absence of dual-channel ABS is a miss
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model

Is KTM 390 Duke R Better Than Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

58% users have chosen KTM 390 Duke R over Bajaj Pulsar NS200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 4508 users have also rated KTM 390 Duke R and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences KTM 390 Duke R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 390 Duke R Pulsar NS200
Mileage 3.9 3.9
Performance 4.5 4.6
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 4.1 4.0
Features 4.7 4.5
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Latest News on Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and KTM 390 Duke R

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is the best NS200 or NS250?
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 was always seen as an affordable alternative if you were in the market for a sporty streetfighter. As for the comfort, right from the moment you sit on it and reach for the bars, you get a lovely sense of command over the motorcycle. The seat cushioning is firm but absorbent, the texture is grippy and the slim tank allows you to straddle the bike more efficiently. Even the taut suspension isn’t that much of a bother. On the other hand, the Bajaj NS250 has not launched yet and it would be unfair to give a verdict. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Should I buy this bike now wait for the update to get launch?
  • If you want a bike now then you go for a current model. The NS 200 has gained in performance, despite the strict BS6 emissions. On the other hand, there is no official update of the launch of the new updated Bajaj Pulsar NS200 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 details. Read more -BS6 Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Reviewed In Detailed Photos.
Q. I have Honda CBF Stunner 125 which kept me engaging while delivering good fuel economy, I would like to buy a bike with similar characteristics, Good performance, Great Handling, Good features while being light on the pocket which one I should buy? My preference ranging from top to down:1. Apache RTR 200 4v2.Yamaha R153.Apache RTR 160 4v4.Bajaj Pulsar 200NS. Budget = 1 - 2 lakhs Height = 6.1ft.
  • Yup you can go with it 200 or 160 as per your Bugget.
  • Thank you so much facilitating to arrive at a plausible solution.
  • As per you requirements, you may go with the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. It has been one of the nicest 200cc motorcycles in India. It is sharp and agile while maintaining a friendly power delivery. The bike offers a grunty and free-revving motor, brilliant handling dynamics and a host of features including adjustable levers, adjustable suspension and ride modes. Also, it comes equipped with the SmartXonnect Bluetooth console that allows phone connectivity and relays information like lap times, top speed, lean angles, receive calls as well as text alerts and make use of the turn-by-turn navigation feature. In terms of performance, the engine packs a lot of grunt in the mid-range. Right from 3000rpm to around 8000rpm, there is strong pull from the motor. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 Road Test Review: Best Gets Better? - Everything You Need To Know About The 2021 Apache RTR 200 4V Under One Roof
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹2.07 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the Single Channel version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has better performance.

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