Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 160 Duke

KTM 160 Duke Price starts at Rs. 1.83 Lakh which is Rs. 39,274 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar N250 priced at Rs. 1.43 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar N250 is 39 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 160 Duke is 36.5 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar N250 is powered by 249.07 cc engine , while KTM 160 Duke is powered by 164.2 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar N250 is available in 3 different colours while KTM 160 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 160 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar N250 vs 160 Duke

Key Highlights Pulsar N250 STD160 Duke STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm

Pulsar N250 vs 160 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N250 STDKTM 160 Duke STD
Rating
190 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.43 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N250 Colors
KTM 160 Duke 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 Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,287 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,264 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,102 Pulsar N250 Insurance Rs. 11,762 160 Duke Insurance
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
...
Valves (per cylinder)
2
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Claimed Top Speed
132 kmph
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Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI
Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
66 mm
Stroke
61.17 mm
48 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
...
Compression Ratio
10.3 : 1
11.97 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
39 kmpl
36.5 kmpl

Suspension-Front
37 mm Upside Down
USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
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Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28.5 psi
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Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
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Tyre Size
Front :-: 110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
815 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
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Gross Weight
314 kg
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Length*Width*Height
1986*745*1050 mm3
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Wheelbase
1351 mm
1357 mm
Length
1986 mm
...
Ground Clearance
165 mm
174 mm
Height
1050 mm
...
Width
745 mm
...
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
10.1 L
Kerb Weight
164 Kg
147 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Split Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator
...
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road
Traction Control
...
Low battery alert
...
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Additional Features/Information
...
SuperMoto Mode
Gear Position Indicator
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Side Stand Warning
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
...
Low Oil Indicator
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
Switchable ABS
...

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
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Standard Warranty (Years)
5
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar N250
  • Excellent engine performance with lots of grunt
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • 795mm seat height makes the bike accessible for shorter riders
KTM 160 Duke
  • Sporty Looks
  • A powerful engine
Bajaj Pulsar N250
  • Lacks features like smartphone connectivity, which are common in the segment these days
  • Could’ve gotten better build quality
KTM 160 Duke
  • The pillion seat is narrow
  • No traction control

Is Bajaj Pulsar N250 Better Than KTM 160 Duke?

50% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N250 over KTM 160 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 306 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N250 and KTM 160 Duke 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 Bajaj Pulsar N250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 160 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort and safety. 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 160 Duke Pulsar N250
Mileage 4.3 4.3
Performance 4.8 4.7
Comfort 4.6 5.0
Maintenance 4.5 4.0
Safety 0.2 3.0
Features 4.6 1.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Hunter 350 or n 250 is good for 6 ft person?
  • Both the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Bajaj Pulsar N250 offer seat heights that can accommodate taller riders. The Hunter 350 features a seat height of 800mm, while the Pulsar N250 has a slightly taller seat height of 795mm. Both motorcycles provide comfortable ergonomics suitable for riders around 6 feet tall but it's advisable to test ride each to determine which aligns best with your comfort and riding preferences.https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/bajaj-pulsar-n250-vs-royal-enfield-hunter
Q. How is Bajaj Pulsar N250 and F250 in long rides?
  • I was on tour with my n250 to spiti and believe me this didn't even make me feel like tired or something on this long route
  • These Bajajs use an air-and-oil-cooled 2-valve, single-cylinder engine that uses 249cc of displacement for its wow quotient. Bajaj says they didn’t use triple-spark tech here as meeting BS6 norms reduces the lean air-fuel mixture combinations which the triple spark setup leveraged. There are no ride modes here either. But it is an all-new engine, sitting 10 degrees from vertical compared to 20 degrees on the P220F. It also has offset crank and bush bearings for the balancer shaft to improve efficiency and refinement. Impressively, the engine makes as much power as the NS200 - and its 21.5Nm of torque is the most we have seen on a Pulsar to date. On the road, the sound, the sensations and the performance are oh-so-220! The sound and feel of the engine have a touch of mechanical rawness. No, it isn’t rough! There’s just a bit of a pulse and roar that makes it feel very Pulsar. As promised the engine has a lot of grunts - which means you can leave it between 3000-4000 rpm for all your city duties. In 4th gear, it will pull from 25kmph easily. Yes, the Pulsar has only five gears but performance isn’t lacking, so if you are planning to do long distances even with a pillion you'll find it lets you relax on the highway as well. Along with the performance, it's the practicality of the Pulsar that has made it so appealing. Its 795m seat height lets 5’6” riders like me put both feet down flat, especially because it feels slim. 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 -[2021 Bajaj Pulsar F250

Bajaj Pulsar N250 Vs KTM 160 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 160 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 160 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort and safety. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 160 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar N250 is cheaper than KTM 160 Duke by ₹39,274.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 160 Duke?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar N250 produces 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 164.2 cc Petrol engine of 160 Duke produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N250 has better performance.

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