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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs KTM RC 125

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs KTM RC 125

Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or KTM RC 125 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price in Delhi is Rs 147206 (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM RC 125 price in Delhi is Rs 191795 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar NS160 makes 17.2 PS and 14.6 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of RC 125 stand at 14.5 PS and 12 Nm at 8000 rpm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar NS160 in 4 colours whereas the KTM RC 125 comes in 2 colours. Out of 54 user reviews, RC 125 scores 4.0 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 260 user reviews..TheBajaj Pulsar NS160 Mileage is around 40.36 kmpl, while the KTM RC 125 Mileage is around 41 kmpl.

Pulsar NS160 vs RC 125

Key HighlightsPulsar NS160RC 125
Mileage (Overall)40.36 kmpl41 kmpl
Max Power17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Body TypeSports BikesSports Bikes
Engine TypeOil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-iSingle Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs KTM RC 125 Comparison

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        Bajaj Pulsar NS160
        Bajaj Pulsar NS160
        Rs1.47 Lakh*
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            KTM RC 125
            KTM RC 125
            Rs1.92 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price
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          Rs.1.74 Lakh onwards
          Rs.2.17 Lakh onwards
          Mileage (Overall)
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          40.36 kmpl
          41 kmpl
          Max Power
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          17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm
          14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
          User Rating
          4.4
          Based on 260 Reviews
          4.0
          Based on 54 Reviews
          Body Type
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          Sports Bikes
          Sports Bikes
          EMI Starts
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          		₹ 5,059
          Get EMI offers
          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          		₹ 6,260
          Get EMI offers
          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          Insurance
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          Rs.12,074
          Pulsar NS160 Insurance
          Rs.6,400
          RC 125 Insurance
          Colours
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          		Ebony Black Pearl Metallic White Pewter GreyCocktail Wine RedOrangeBlue
          Brochure
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          Engine and Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Oil Cooled, Twin Spark, 4-Valve FI DTS-i
          Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
          Displacement
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          160.3 cc
          124.7 cc
          No. of Cylinders
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          1
          Cooling System
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          Liquid Cooled
          Liquid Cooled
          Valve Per Cylinder
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          4
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          Fuel Supply
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          Fuel Injection
          Fuel Injection
          Clutch
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          -
          Wet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
          Gear Box
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          6 Speed
          6 Speed
          Bore
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          58 mm
          Stroke
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          47.2 mm
          Compression Ratio
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          12.8:1
          Emission Type
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          bs6-2.0
          bs6-2.0
          Max Torque
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          14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm
          12 Nm at 8000 rpm
          Starting
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          Self Start Only
          Self Start Only
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          Features
          Instrument Console
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          Digital
          Digital
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          Bluetooth
          -
          USB Charging Port
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          		NoNo
          Speedometer
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          Digital
          Digital
          Techometer
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          Digital
          -
          Tripmeter
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          Digital
          Digital
          Odometer
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          Digital
          Digital
          Additional Features Of Variant
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          Gear Position Indicator
          Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption
          Seat Type
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          Split
          Split
          Body Graphics
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          		YesYes
          Clock
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          		Yes
          -
          Passenger Footrest
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          		YesYes
          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
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          Features and Safety
          Fuel Gauge
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          Digital
          -
          Adjustable Windscreen
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          -
          		Yes
          Additional Features
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          Gear Position Indicator
          Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption
          Mileage and Performance
          Overall Mileage
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          40.36 kmpl
          41 kmpl
          Dimensions and Capacity
          Fuel Capacity
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          12 L
          13.7 L
          Width
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          804 mm
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          Length
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          2017 mm
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          Height
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          1060 mm
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          Saddle Height
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          835 mm
          Ground Clearance
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          170 mm
          158 mm
          Wheelbase
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          1372 mm
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          Kerb Weight
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          152 kg
          160 kg
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          Electricals
          Headlight
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          LED
          Halogen
          Taillight
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          LED
          LED
          Turn Signal Lamp
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          LED
          LED
          DRLs
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          -
          		Yes
          Low Fuel Indicator
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          		YesNo
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          		Yes
          -
          Pilot Lamps
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          -
          LED Pilot Lamps
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          Tyres and Brakes
          Front Brake Diameter
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          300 mm
          320 mm
          Rear Brake Diameter
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          230 mm
          230 mm
          Underpinnings
          Frame
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          Perimeter
          Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)

          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons

          • Bajaj Pulsar NS160

            • Handles well and changes direction quickly
            • Now comes with smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation
            • Styling is similar to its bigger sibling, the NS200

            KTM RC 125

            • Only 125cc Supersport bike in India
            • The engine is quite peaky and captures the KTM vibe quite well
            • Looks and feels like a big bike and quite premium

          • Bajaj Pulsar NS160

            • One of the heaviest bikes in its class
            • Engine isn’t refined at higher revs
            • Pulsar N160 does almost everything that the NS160 does, at a much lower price

            KTM RC 125

            • Doesn’t get much in terms of features
            • Priced very high and costs as much as 150cc motorcycles
            • Engine feels lacking in terms of performance at this price range

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          User Reviews of Comparison

          • Pulsar NS160
          • RC 125
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            sanket on Dec 02, 2024
            5.0
            The ns160 is one of the best bikes in India
            The Ns160 is one of the best bikes in India it looks is like a beast its lights are like black panther,
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            shashi on Dec 01, 2024
            3.8
            Good looking bike .....even the
            Good looking bike .....even the colours of bike is so attractive while buying it but Bajaj should improvise there service centre...the service is getting slow
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          • M
            manikanta on Dec 01, 2024
            4.8
            performance
            Bike performance is very good stylish and maintenance cost is good compare to other brands pickup is very nice and good mileage
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            kiran on Dec 01, 2024
            4.5
            NS 160 such wonderful bike
            Such wonderful experience best vehicle best performance mileage is good engine is good best comfortable bike and look look very awesome
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          • K
            k on Nov 30, 2024
            5.0
            Super raning with mallige good
            Super raning with mallige good engine good super display running display with ABS super look for tyres super headlight HR quality headlight
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            brij on Oct 31, 2024
            3.7
            KTM RC 125 is only for the younger generation
            KTM RC 125 is giving a lot of issues and a very rough running sound is produced. It is very good looking bike. Its fuel cost is quite high. So most of the people especially those.....
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          • B
            babar on Oct 22, 2024
            4.5
            I love ktm rc125 abs
            I love ktm rc125 abs l want to again buy it if any chance to buy but now is already I have modal September 2019 but I say last it I love and heartly and good choice then buy.....
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          • M
            mihir on Oct 11, 2024
            3.7
            Elegant design and sporty appearance
            KTM RC 125 is an astonishing bike which provides lots of joy in riding. I have been using this bike for few months now and I must say I am impressed. The first thing that I was.....
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          • R
            rahul on Sep 11, 2024
            4.3
            superb bike
            bike is very good looking superb stylist never seem this type of smooth bike go for it blindly for sure
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            nakul on Jun 25, 2024
            3.8
            An attractive performer to attract the youth
            The KTM RC 125 may seem expensive if you look only at its bulging shape, but it has a great body and excellent underpinnings. These make it a great bike on the circuit, but you.....
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          • KTM RC 125 Reviews

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          FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and KTM RC 125

          Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar NS160 or KTM RC 125?

          A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has a score of 4.4/5 while KTM RC 125 has rate of 4.0 /5.

          Q) Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and KTM RC 125 is cheaper?

          A) Bajaj Pulsar NS160 price starts at Rs 147206 & KTM RC 125 price starts at Rs 191795 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is cheaper between these.
          *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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