Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 200

KTM RC 200 Price starts at Rs. 2.21 Lakh which is Rs. 45,151 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar RS200 priced at Rs. 1.76 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is 35 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM RC 200 is 35 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is powered by 199.5 cc engine , while KTM RC 200 is powered by 199.5 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is available in 3 different colours while KTM RC 200 comes with 4 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 200 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar RS200 vs RC 200

Key Highlights Pulsar RS200 STDRC 200 GP Edition
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm

Pulsar RS200 vs RC 200 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDKTM RC 200 GP Edition
Rating
14 reviews
148 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.76 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.21 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
KTM RC 200 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. 5,246 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,042 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,641 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 12,401 RC 200 Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
199.5 cc
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
72 mm
Stroke
49 mm
49 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (City)
...
35 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
35 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
35 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-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
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1341 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
158 mm
Fuel Capacity
13 Liters
13.7 Liters
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
160 Kg

Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH

Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator
...
Vehicle Location Tracking
...
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Graphics
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
Distance to Empty Indicator
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Passenger Footrest

Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • Riding posture is comfortable
  • Engine loves to be revved high
  • Twin projector headlight provides good illumination
KTM RC 200
  • Sharp but forgiving handling; Meatier torque band aids overall driveability; More accessible ergonomics makes for a better all-rounder
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
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 Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Better Than KTM RC 200?

55% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar RS200 over KTM RC 200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 318 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar RS200 and KTM RC 200 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 RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, maintenance and safety in your bike. But KTM RC 200 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and features.
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 RS200 RC 200
Mileage 3.8 3.9
Performance 4.7 4.5
Comfort 3.9 4.2
Maintenance 3.8 3.7
Safety 3.0 0.1
Features 1.7 4.4
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 200?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, maintenance and safety in your bike. But KTM RC 200 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 200?
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper than KTM RC 200 by ₹45,151.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 200?
For the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar RS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the GP Edition 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 RS200 has better performance.

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