Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 250 Duke

KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.14 Lakh which is Rs. 41,745 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar RS200 priced at Rs. 1.72 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is 35 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is powered by 199.5 cc engine , while KTM 250 Duke is powered by 249.07 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is available in 3 different colours while KTM 250 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 250 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar RS200 vs 250 Duke

Key Highlights Pulsar RS200 STD250 Duke STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm

Pulsar RS200 vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
14 reviews
101 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.72 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
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. 5,137 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,849 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,580 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 11,080 250 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
249.07 cc
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
72 mm
72 mm
Stroke
49 mm
61.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11 ± 0.5:1
12.63:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
30.08 kmpl
Top Speed
141 kmph
148 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Peak Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
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
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi

Seat height
810 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1354 mm
Length
2017 mm
...
Ground Clearance
168 mm
176 mm
Height
1075 mm
...
Width
804 mm
...
Fuel Capacity
13 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
162.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
810 mm
820 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
Ride By Wire
Call/SMS Alerts
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
Split Trellis Frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
Switchable ABS
...
DRLs

Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
50000

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 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
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 RS200?

100% users have chosen KTM 250 Duke over Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 193 users have also rated KTM 250 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 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 comfort and features in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is better on the grounds of performance, maintenance and safety. On the basis of mileage 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 RS200 250 Duke
Mileage 3.8 3.8
Performance 4.3 4.7
Comfort 4.3 3.9
Maintenance 3.5 3.8
Safety 0.4 3.0
Features 4.1 1.7
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Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 250 Duke?
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 250 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by ₹41,745.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 250 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, 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 RS200 has better performance.

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