Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 160 Duke

Last Updated: October 18, 2026

KTM 160 Duke price starts at Rs. 1.83 Lakh, which is Rs. 7,186 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, priced at Rs. 1.90 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS400Z uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40 PS @ 9000 rpm and the 160 Duke a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS400Z and 160 Duke, the 160 Duke is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar NS400Z stands out for performance.

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Pulsar NS400Z vs 160 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZKTM 160 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.90 LakhRs. 1.83 Lakh
Mileage Not Available36.5 kmpl
Engine 349.13 cc164.2 cc
Max power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg147 Kg

Pulsar NS400Z vs 160 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDKTM 160 Duke STD
Rating
2 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
KTM 160 Duke Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking 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 Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,679 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,267 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,885 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 11,764 160 Duke Insurance
Brochure
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder
Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
349.13 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40 PS @ 9000 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
33 Nm @ 7500 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
Not Available
66 mm
Stroke
Not Available
48 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
11.97 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
36.5 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
229 PS/tonne
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm Upside Down Fork
USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock With Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable
Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
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 Make
Apollo
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
815 mm
Wheelbase
1346 mm
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
174 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
10.1 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
147 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

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

Frame Type
Not Available
Split Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
3
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Panic Brake Alert
SuperMoto Mode
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Hydroformed Tubular Street Fighter Style
Not Available
Document Storage
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Is priced quite well
  • Makes a decent amount of power
KTM 160 Duke
  • Sporty Looks
  • A powerful engine
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Build quality could’ve been better
  • Stiff rear suspension
KTM 160 Duke
  • The pillion seat is narrow
  • No traction control

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Better Than KTM 160 Duke?

100% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z over KTM 160 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 9 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z 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 NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But KTM 160 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety 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 Pulsar NS400Z 160 Duke
Mileage 3.0 4.3
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 4.0 5.0
Maintenance 3.0 4.0
Safety 3.0 3.0
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 160 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But KTM 160 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 160 Duke?
The KTM 160 Duke is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z by ₹7,186.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 160 Duke?
For the STD version, 349.13 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS400Z produces 40 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 33 Nm @ 7500 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 NS400Z has better performance.

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