Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 200

Last Updated: October 11, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z price starts at Rs. 1.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 42,492 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 200, priced at Rs. 2.33 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS400Z uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40 PS @ 9000 rpm and the RC 200 a 199.5cc engine producing 25 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS400Z and RC 200, the Pulsar NS400Z is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the RC 200 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar NS400Z vs RC 200 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZKTM RC 200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.90 LakhRs. 2.33 Lakh
Mileage Not Available35 kmpl
Engine 349.13 cc199.5 cc
Max power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg160 Kg

Pulsar NS400Z vs RC 200 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDKTM RC 200 STD
Rating
2 reviews
149 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.33 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
KTM RC 200 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. 6,366 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,885 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 12,600 RC 200 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
349.13 cc
199.5 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40 PS @ 9000 rpm
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
33 Nm @ 7500 rpm
19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
72 mm
Stroke
Not Available
49 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
Not Available
11.3:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
43 mm Upside Down Fork
WP Apex USD forks, 43 mm diameter
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock With Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable
WP Apex Monoshock, 10 step adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
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 Make
Apollo
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.5 L
Wheelbase
1346 mm
1341 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
158 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
160 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
Yes
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 (Tubular), Newly Engineered Bolt-On Subframe
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
Low battery alert
Not Available
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 ABS
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
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 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
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
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
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Kms/240 Days
Air Filter Service Cost
Not Available
No
Spark Plug Service Cost
Not Available
No

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Is priced quite well
  • Makes a decent amount of power
KTM RC 200
  • Sharp but forgiving handling; Meatier torque band aids overall driveability; More accessible ergonomics makes for a better all-rounder
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Build quality could’ve been better
  • Stiff rear suspension
KTM RC 200
  • Tyres lack edge grip, letting down the otherwise great handling package; It is a bit pricey; The edgy design is quite polarising

Is RC 200 Better Than Pulsar NS400Z?

100% users have chosen RC 200 over Pulsar NS400Z in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 299 users have also rated RC 200 and Pulsar NS400Z 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 RC 200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Pulsar NS400Z is better on the grounds of performance and 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 Pulsar NS400Z RC 200
Mileage 3.9 3.0
Performance 4.5 5.0
Comfort 4.2 4.0
Maintenance 3.7 3.0
Safety 0.1 3.0
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 200?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and safety in your bike. But KTM RC 200 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 200?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than KTM RC 200 by ₹42,492.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 200?
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, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of RC 200 produces 25 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has better performance.

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