Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke

KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.25 Lakh which is Rs. 40,000 costlier than base model of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z priced at Rs. 1.85 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is 34 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is powered by 373.27 cc engine , while KTM 250 Duke is powered by 250 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is available in 4 different colours while KTM 250 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar NS400Z vs 250 Duke

Key Highlights Pulsar NS400Z STD250 Duke STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 40 PS @ 8800 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm

Pulsar NS400Z vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
49 reviews
85 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.85 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.25 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 40 PS @ 8800 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc 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 Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,529 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,160 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 20,741 Pulsar NS400Z Insurance Rs. 12,474 250 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
373.27 cc
250 cc
Max Power
40 PS @ 8800 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
35 Nm @ 6500 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
72 mm
Stroke
...
61.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
...
12.63:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
34 kmpl
30.08 kmpl
Top Speed
154 kmph
148 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-R17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Peak Power
40 PS @ 8800 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
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
807 mm
820 mm
Wheelbase
1344 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
176 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
174 Kg
162.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
807 mm
820 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
Throttle Control
...
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
...
Split-Trellis frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Switch
Display
5 Inch, LCD
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Handle Type
Hydroformed tubular Street fighter handlebar
...
Mobile Application
Tachometer
...
Analogue
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Digital
Analogue
Clock
Digital
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Switchable ABS
...
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
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning
  • Quickshifter is really smooth
  • Exciting yet tractable engine
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
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders
  • Slightly dull at slow speeds
  • Inconsistent fit and finish

Is Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

74% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 208 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and KTM 250 Duke 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 performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage.

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 250 Duke
Mileage 3.4 3.6
Performance 4.2 4.1
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 3.5 3.4
Features 4.6 4.4
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Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by Rs. 40,000.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 250 Duke?
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, 250 cc Petrol engine of 250 Duke produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z has better performance.

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