Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 390 Adventure X

KTM 390 Adventure X Price starts at Rs. 2.83 Lakh which is Rs. 98,798 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z priced at Rs. 1.84 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is 34 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 390 Adventure X is 30 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is powered by 373.27 cc engine , while KTM 390 Adventure X is powered by 373 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 different colours while KTM 390 Adventure X comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 390 Adventure X can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar NS400Z vs 390 Adventure X

Key Highlights Pulsar NS400Z STD390 Adventure X STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 V DOHC Engine
Max Power 40 PS @ 8800 rpm 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm

Pulsar NS400Z vs 390 Adventure X Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDKTM 390 Adventure X STD
Rating
49 reviews
25 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.84 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.83 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 V DOHC Engine
Max Power 40 PS @ 8800 rpm 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
KTM 390 Adventure X Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 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. 5,529 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 7,770 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,160 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 20,500 390 Adventure X Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers
Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 V DOHC Engine
Engine Displacement
373.27 cc
373 cc
Max Power
40 PS @ 8800 rpm
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
35 Nm @ 6500 rpm
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
89 mm
Stroke
...
60 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
...
12.6:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
34 kmpl
30 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-R17
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :- 130/80-17
Peak Power
40 PS @ 8800 rpm
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
...
162 kg
Seat height
807 mm
855 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2154*900*1400 mm3
Wheelbase
1344 mm
1430 mm
Length
...
2154 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
200 mm
Height
...
1400 mm
Width
...
900 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
14.5 Liters
Kerb Weight
174 Kg
...
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
807 mm
855 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
230 mm

Additional Features
Throttle Control
Toothed Footpegs, Turn-by-turn navigation (Optional),
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
...
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
...
Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
TFT
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Handle Type
Hydroformed tubular Street fighter handlebar
...
Mobile Application
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
Digital
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Value-for-money
  • Powerful motor offers thrilling performance
  • Strong brakes
  • Wide
  • upright handlebar and comfortable seat
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z
  • Engine does not feel as refined as the N series Pulsars
  • Suspension setup is on the stiffer side
  • Misses out on a radial tyre at the front

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Better Than KTM 390 Adventure X?

66% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z over KTM 390 Adventure X in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 113 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and KTM 390 Adventure X 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 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and features in your bike. But KTM 390 Adventure X 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 NS400Z 390 Adventure X
Mileage 3.4 3.3
Performance 4.2 4.0
Comfort 4.6 4.0
Maintenance 3.5 4.0
Features 4.6 4.2
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Vs KTM 390 Adventure X FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 390 Adventure X?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and features in your bike. But KTM 390 Adventure X is better on the grounds of maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 390 Adventure X?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than KTM 390 Adventure X by Rs. 98,798.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 390 Adventure X?
For the STD version, 373.27 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar NS400Z produces 40 PS @ 8800 rpm of power and 35 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 373 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure X produces 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has better performance.

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