Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 200 Duke

KTM 200 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.06 Lakh which is Rs. 29,089 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 200 Duke is 35 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is powered by 199.5 cc engine , while KTM 200 Duke is powered by 199.5 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is available in 3 different colours while KTM 200 Duke comes with 4 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 200 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar RS200 vs 200 Duke

Key Highlights Pulsar RS200 STD200 Duke STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm

Pulsar RS200 vs 200 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDKTM 200 Duke STD
Rating
14 reviews
136 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.76 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.06 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
KTM 200 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. 5,275 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,629 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,658 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 12,147 200 Duke Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
141 kmph
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
BS6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
...
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
199.5 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
19.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
72 mm
Stroke
49 mm
49 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11 ± 0.5:1
11.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
35 kmpl

Suspension-Front
Telescopic with anti-friction bush
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
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

Seat height
810 mm
822 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
2.7 L
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
2072*831*1109 mm3
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1357 mm
Length
2017 mm
2072 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
155 mm
Height
1075 mm
1109 mm
Width
804 mm
831 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
13.5 L
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
...

Frame Type
Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame Tubular , ( Bolt On Sub-Frame )
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator
...
Vehicle Location Tracking
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road
...
Low battery alert
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
Super Moto Mode ABS
Windscreen
...
Gear Position Indicator
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
...
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
Switchable ABS
...

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • Riding posture is comfortable
  • Engine loves to be revved high
  • Twin projector headlight provides good illumination
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork

Is Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Better Than KTM 200 Duke?

62% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar RS200 over KTM 200 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 255 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar RS200 and KTM 200 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 RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and safety in your bike. But KTM 200 Duke is better on the grounds of 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 200 Duke
Mileage 3.8 3.6
Performance 4.7 4.1
Comfort 3.9 4.1
Maintenance 3.8 3.6
Safety 3.0 0.7
Features 1.7 3.6
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 200 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and safety in your bike. But KTM 200 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 200 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper than KTM 200 Duke by ₹29,089.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 200 Duke?
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 STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of 200 Duke produces 25 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has better performance.

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