Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160

Last Updated: October 11, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z price starts at Rs. 1.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 11,367 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 160, priced at Rs. 2.01 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS400Z uses a 349.13cc engine producing 40 PS @ 9000 rpm and the RC 160 a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS400Z and RC 160, the Pulsar NS400Z is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the RC 160 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar NS400Z vs RC 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZKTM RC 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.90 LakhRs. 2.01 Lakh
Mileage Not Available36 kmpl
Engine 349.13 cc164.2 cc
Max power 40 PS @ 9000 rpm19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg155 Kg

Pulsar NS400Z vs RC 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDKTM RC 160 STD
Rating
2 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC With Four Stroke Single Cylinder 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 RC 160 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. 5,514 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,885 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 12,076 RC 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
118 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
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
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Inductive
Compression Ratio
Not Available
11.97:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
36 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
229 PS/tonne
0.12
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm Upside Down Fork
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock With Nitrox, 6 Step Adjustable
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 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
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
148 kg
Seat height
Not Available
830 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
305 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1.4 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1965*701*1150 mm3
Wheelbase
1346 mm
1347 mm
Length
Not Available
1965 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
168 mm
Height
Not Available
1150 mm
Width
Not Available
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
155 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
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - 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
Off-Road,Super Moto
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
3
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Panic Brake Alert
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
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
Split handle bar
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
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

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 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Build quality could’ve been better
  • Stiff rear suspension
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Better Than KTM RC 160?

100% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z over KTM RC 160 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 5 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and KTM RC 160 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
KTM RC 160 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance 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 RC 160
Mileage 3.0 5.0
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 4.0 5.0
Maintenance 3.0 5.0
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Vs KTM RC 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160?
KTM RC 160 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than KTM RC 160 by ₹11,367.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160?
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 RC 160 produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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