Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke

Last Updated: September 2, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z price starts at Rs. 1.86 Lakh, which is Rs. 40,752 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 250 Duke, priced at Rs. 2.27 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS400Z uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm and the 250 Duke a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS400Z and 250 Duke, the Pulsar NS400Z is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 250 Duke stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar NS400Z vs 250 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZKTM 250 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.86 LakhRs. 2.27 Lakh
Mileage Not Available30.08 kmpl
Engine 349.13 cc249.07 cc
Max power 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg162.8 Kg

Pulsar NS400Z vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
2 reviews
102 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.86 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Max Power 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z 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. 5,560 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,209 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,818 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 12,503 250 Duke Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
148 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, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Engine Displacement
349.13 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
Not Available
72 mm
Stroke
Not Available
61.1 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
12.63:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
30.08 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
247.1 PS/tonne
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
30-35 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 Preload 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
32 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
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Wheelbase
1346 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
176 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
162.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 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
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
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,Sports
Track,Street
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
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
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Hydroformed Tubular Street Fighter Style
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
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
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
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
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Km / 2 Months
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Km / 5 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Km / 8 Months

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Is priced quite well
  • Makes a decent amount of power
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Build quality could’ve been better
  • Stiff rear suspension
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish

Is KTM 250 Duke Better Than Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z?

100% users have chosen KTM 250 Duke over Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 174 users have also rated KTM 250 Duke and Bajaj 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 KTM 250 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Bajaj 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 250 Duke
Mileage 3.8 3.0
Performance 4.3 5.0
Comfort 4.3 4.0
Maintenance 3.5 3.0
Safety 0.4 3.0
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke?
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 250 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by ₹40,752.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke?
For the STD version, 349.13 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS400Z produces 40.6 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 33.2 Nm @ 7500 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 NS400Z has better performance.

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