Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 250 Duke

Last Updated: August 23, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar N250 price starts at Rs. 1.46 Lakh, which is Rs. 81,727 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 250 Duke, priced at Rs. 2.27 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar N250 offers a claimed 39 kmpl, while the 250 Duke delivers 30.08 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar N250 uses a 249.07cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm and the 250 Duke a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar N250 and 250 Duke, the Pulsar N250 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 250 Duke stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar N250 vs 250 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar N250KTM 250 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.46 LakhRs. 2.27 Lakh
Mileage 39 kmpl30.08 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc249.07 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 164 Kg162.8 Kg

Pulsar N250 vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar N250 STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
190 reviews
102 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.46 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N250 Colors
KTM 250 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. 4,356 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,228 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,141 Pulsar N250 Insurance Rs. 12,515 250 Duke Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
132 kmph
148 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC, 2 Valve, Oil Cooled, FI
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 8750 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
21.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
72 mm
72 mm
Stroke
61.17 mm
61.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.3 : 1
12.63:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
39 kmpl
30.08 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
30-35 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
37 mm Upside Down
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Monoshock
Wp Apex Monoshock, 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)
28.5 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-: 110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-17
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
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
3 L
Gross Weight
314 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1986*745*1050 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1354 mm
Length
1986 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
165 mm
176 mm
Height
1050 mm
Not Available
Width
745 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
164 Kg
162.8 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

Frame Type
Tubular Frame
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
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,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual 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
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
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 / 2 Month
1000 Km / 2 Months
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
8500 Km / 5 Months
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
16000 Km / 8 Months

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
50000

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 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
Bajaj Pulsar N250
  • Lacks features like smartphone connectivity, which are common in the segment these days
  • Could’ve gotten better build quality
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish

Is Bajaj Pulsar N250 Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

51% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar N250 over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 471 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar N250 and KTM 250 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 mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of safety.
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 250 Duke Pulsar N250
Mileage 4.3 3.8
Performance 4.8 4.3
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 4.5 3.5
Safety 0.2 0.4
Features 4.6 4.1
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Is duke 250 better than hunter 350
  • Graphite 2gear position indicator hei ya nei ?
  • The Royal Enfield Classic 350 offers a relaxed, retro riding experience with strong low-end torque, while the KTM Duke 250 delivers a sportier, performance-focused ride with sharper handling. For a detailed comparison, click on the given link.https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/ktm-duke-250-vs-royal-enfield-hunter
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
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar N250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of safety.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar N250 is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by ₹81,727.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar N250 vs KTM 250 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, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Duke produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar N250 has better performance.

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