Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 160

Last Updated: October 24, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar RS200 price starts at Rs. 1.80 Lakh, which is Rs. 20,500 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 160, priced at Rs. 2.01 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar RS200 offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the RC 160 delivers 36 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar RS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the RC 160 a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar RS200 and RC 160, the Pulsar RS200 is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Pulsar RS200 vs RC 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar RS200KTM RC 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.80 LakhRs. 2.01 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl36 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc164.2 cc
Max power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 159.5 Kg155 Kg

Pulsar RS200 vs RC 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDKTM RC 160 STD
Rating
14 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.80 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
KTM RC 160 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. 5,383 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,493 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,719 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 12,064 RC 160 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
141 kmph
118 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
66 mm
Stroke
49 mm
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
11 ± 0.5:1
11.97:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
36 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
0.12
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic with anti-friction bush
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-140/70-17
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
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
148 kg
Seat height
810 mm
830 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
305 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1.4 L
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
1965*701*1150 mm3
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1347 mm
Length
2017 mm
1965 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
168 mm
Height
1075 mm
1150 mm
Width
804 mm
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
159.5 Kg
155 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

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

Frame Type
Pressed steel perimeter beam section frame
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road
Off-Road,Super Moto
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
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
Handlebar type
Not Available
Split handle bar
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Kms
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 Kms
Not Available
4th Service
14500-15000 kms
Not Available

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 RC 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control
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Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Vs KTM RC 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 160?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 160?
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is cheaper than KTM RC 160 by ₹20,500.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM RC 160?
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, 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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