Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar RS200 price starts at Rs. 1.76 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.69 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.45 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar RS200 offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar RS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar RS200 and 390 Duke R, the Pulsar RS200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 390 Duke R stands out for performance.

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Pulsar RS200 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar RS200KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.76 LakhRs. 3.45 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc398.63 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 159.5 Kg168.3 Kg

Pulsar RS200 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
14 reviews
144 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.76 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.45 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 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R 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. 5,268 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 9,448 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,654 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 23,253 390 Duke R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
141 kmph
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
49 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
11 ± 0.5:1
12.71:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic with anti-friction bush
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload 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
32 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
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1357 mm
Length
2017 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
168 mm
183 mm
Height
1075 mm
Not Available
Width
804 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
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
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports 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
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
16000 Kms/240 Days

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
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • Brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • Adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • Lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • Feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • You can barely feel any engine heat, even in bumper to bumper traffic
  • Motor has become a lot smoother than before
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and safety in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹1.69 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
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, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has better performance.

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