Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160: Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z starts at ₹190,000 and KTM RC 160 starts at ₹200,311. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper by ₹10,311 at expected ex-showroom. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is listed at 32 kmpl; KTM RC 160 is listed at 36 kmpl. KTM RC 160 claims 4 kmpl more.

Comparison overview

Key highlights Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Expected ex-showroom ₹190,000 ₹200,311
Engine 349 cc 164 cc
Mileage 32.0 kmpl 36.0 kmpl
Power 42.42 bhp @ 9000 rpm 18.73 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Top speed 150 kmph 118 kmph
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

₹190,000 Onwards

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KTM RC 160
KTM RC 160

₹200,311 Onwards

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Specifications

Performance 3
Performance Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Mileage 32 Kmpl 36 Kmpl
Top Speed 150 118
Max Torque 33.2 Nm @ 7500 rpm 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Engine 6
Engine Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Displacement 349.13 164.2
Cooling System Advanced Liquid Cooling Liquid Cooled
Bore 89 66
No Of Cylinders 1 1
Stroke 56.1 48
Compression Ratio — 11.97:1
Battery 1
Battery Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Battery Capacity 12 V,8 AH 12 V,8 AH
Fuel 5
Fuel Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Fuel Capacity 12 13.7
Low Fuel Indicator Yes Yes
Fuel Gauge Digital —
Fuel Supply — Electronic Injection
Fuel Type — Petrol
Dimensions 9
Dimensions Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Ground Clearance 165 168
Height 1057 1150
Kerb Weight 176 155
Length 1990 1965
Passenger Footrest Yes —
Seat Height 805 —
Width 846 701
Dry Weight — 148
Saddle Height — 830
Transmission 3
Transmission Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Clutch Assist & Slipper clutch Wet, Multiplate, Assist & Slipper clutch
Gear Box 6 Speed 6 Speed
Transmission Manual Manual
Brakes 6
Brakes Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Rear Brake Disc Disc
Abs Dual Channel ABS Dual Channel
Front Brake Disc Disc
Switchable Abs Yes —
Front Brake Diameter 320 320
Rear Brake Diameter 230 230
Suspension 2
Suspension Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Suspension Front 43 mm USD Inverted Telescopic Fork, 37mm dia
Suspension Rear Monoshock with Nitrox, 6 step adjustable Double rate, Canister Mono shox.- 6 steps (Adjuster Slots)
Wheels & Tyres 5
Wheels & Tyres Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Tyre Size Front: 110/70 - 17 / Rear: 150/60 - 17 —
Wheel Size Front : 17 inch, Rear : 17 inch Front : 17 inch, Rear : 17 inch
Wheels Type Alloy —
Tubeless Tyre Tubeless —
Wheelbase 1344 1347
Electricals 3
Electricals Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Mobile Connectivity Yes —
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
Usb Charging Port Yes Yes
Lights 4
Lights Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Tail Light LED LED
Projector Headlights Yes —
Led Tail Light Yes —
Low Oil Indicator Yes —
Instrument Cluster 7
Instrument Cluster Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Display LCD 5 " LCD Display
Instrument Console Digital Digital
Odometer Digital Digital
Speedometer Digital Digital
Tripmeter Digital Digital
Techometer Digital Digital
Clock Yes Yes
Seat 1
Seat Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Seat Type Split Split
Features 3
Features Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Music Control Yes —
Navigation Yes Yes
Call Sms Alerts Yes —
Other 9
Other Pulsar NS400Z RC 160
Max Power 42.42 bhp @ 9000 rpm 18.73 bhp @ 9500 rpm
Emission Type BS6 Phase 2 BS6- 2.0
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Body Type Street Bike Sports Bikes
Drive Type Chain Drive —
Frame Perimeter Frame Trellis Frame
Head Light LED LED
Turn Signal Lamp LED LED
Stepup Seat Yes —

Price difference

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z starts at ₹190,000 and KTM RC 160 starts at ₹200,311. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper by ₹10,311 at expected ex-showroom.

Mileage and range

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is listed at 32 kmpl; KTM RC 160 is listed at 36 kmpl. KTM RC 160 claims 4 kmpl more.

Which one should you buy?

Use the spec table for Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM RC 160 and get on-road quotes before booking. Match price, claimed economy and riding character to how you actually ride.

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FAQs

Which is cheaper, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z or KTM RC 160?
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z starts at ₹190,000 and KTM RC 160 starts at ₹200,311. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper by ₹10,311 at expected ex-showroom.
Which has better mileage or range?
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is listed at 32 kmpl; KTM RC 160 is listed at 36 kmpl. KTM RC 160 claims 4 kmpl more.
Should I buy the Pulsar NS400Z or the RC 160?
Match the bike to your roads: city vs highway, solo vs pillion, and how much you care about running cost versus features. Use the spec table and on-road quotes to confirm.

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