Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke

Pulsar 125 vs 125 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon Single SeatKTM 125 Duke 2021
Rating
612 reviews
254 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 81,843 Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.81 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Colors
KTM 125 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Drum 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
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,446 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,215 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,287 Pulsar 125 Insurance Rs. 6,300 125 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
124.4 cc
124.7 cc
Max Power
11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
10.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
56 mm
58 mm
Stroke
50.5 mm
47.2 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Dual digital ignition
...
Compression Ratio
...
12.8:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc

Quarter Mile
21.78
...
Mileage (City)
51.46 kmpl
46.92 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
57 kmpl
48.05 kmpl
Top Speed
99 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-100/90-17
...
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
...
822 mm
Length*Width*Height
2055*755*1060 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1320 mm
...
Length
2055 mm
...
Ground Clearance
165 mm
155 mm
Height
1060 mm
...
Width
755 mm
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Fuel Capacity
11.5 Liters
13.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
140 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
240 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
230 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
Mobile Notifications, Gear Indicator, DTE
Lubrication - Wet Sump, Forced, Sub Frame - Bolt on sub-frame, Rider Aids - Advanced ABS
Call/SMS alerts
...
Headlight
Halogen
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
...
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

ABS
...
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
LCD Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • Colours and graphics are sporty
  • segment-first clip-on handlebars
  • Fit & finish levels are top-notch.
KTM 125 Duke
  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine
Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • Seat cushioning is on the firmer side
  • Engine feels a stressed at higher speeds
  • A bit pricey
KTM 125 Duke
  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS

Is KTM 125 Duke Better Than Bajaj Pulsar 125?

61% users have chosen KTM 125 Duke over Bajaj Pulsar 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 3222 users have also rated KTM 125 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar 125 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 125 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and features in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar 125 is better on the grounds of maintenance.

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 125 125 Duke
Mileage 3.9 3.8
Performance 4.2 4.0
Comfort 4.1 4.0
Maintenance 3.6 3.8
Features 4.3 4.0
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon or TVS Raider?
  • Bajaj pulsar
  • Pulsar ❤️
  • Tvs raider
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Q. Any difference between neon and twin disc in mileage?
  • 40 to 50kmph
  • Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon delivers an ARAI claimed mileage of 57 kmpl irrespective of the variant. In our test, the Pulsar 125 returned us 57kmpl on the highway and 51.5kmpl in the city.
Q. KTM 125 Duke or Pulsar 125 Neon?
  • Selecting between the KTM 125 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar 125 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, brand preference, features, performance, comfort, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. On the other hand, the Pulsar 125 Neon gives enthusiasts a taste of the Pulsar’s sporty DNA but in a less intimidating and more affordable package. The 125 Duke retails at Rs. 1.70 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the price of Pulsar 125 Neon starts at Rs. 77,843 (ex-showroom, Delhi). For a better understanding of performance and comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details. Read More:- Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM Duke 125

Bajaj Pulsar 125 Vs KTM 125 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for maintenance in your bike. But KTM 125 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar 125 is cheaper than KTM 125 Duke by Rs. 99,187.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM 125 Duke?
For the Neon Single Seat version, 124.4 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 125 produces 11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 10.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 2021 version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 125 has better performance.

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