Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 125 Duke

Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Price starts at Rs. 1.84 Lakh which is Rs. 3,085 costlier than base model of KTM 125 Duke priced at Rs. 1.81 Lakh. In technical specifications, Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is powered by 199.5 cc engine , while KTM 125 Duke is powered by 124.7 cc engine. Bajaj Pulsar RS200 is available in 3 different colours while KTM 125 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 125 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Pulsar RS200 vs 125 Duke

Key Highlights Pulsar RS200 STD125 Duke STD
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm

Pulsar RS200 vs 125 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar RS200 STDKTM 125 Duke STD
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Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.84 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.81 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Max Power 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Colors
KTM 125 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 Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,503 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 5,215 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 5,247 Pulsar RS200 Insurance Rs. 6,300 125 Duke Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Spark 4-Valve, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
124.7 cc
Max Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
58 mm
Stroke
...
47.2 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
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46.92 kmpl
Top Speed
...
120 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-R17, Rear :- 150/60-R17
Peak Power
24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
14.5 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

Dry Weight
...
141.4 kg
Seat height
810 mm
818 mm
Length*Width*Height
1999*765*1114 mm3
1993*789*1083 mm3
Wheelbase
1358 mm
...
Length
1999 mm
1993 mm
Ground Clearance
157 mm
175 mm
Height
1114 mm
1083 mm
Width
765 mm
789 mm
Fuel Capacity
13 Liters
10.5 Liters
Kerb Weight
167 Kg
...
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
810 mm
818 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
230 mm

Additional Features
Gear Indication, Integrated Ambient Light Sensor
...
Call/SMS Alerts
...
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
...
Steel Trellis Frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • Riding posture is comfortable
  • Engine loves to be revved high
  • Twin projector headlight provides good illumination
KTM 125 Duke
  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine
Bajaj Pulsar RS200
  • 10-year old styling
  • Fit and finish not up to the mark
  • Still does not get an USD fork
KTM 125 Duke
  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS
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KTM 125 Duke Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

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
Q. I am planning to buy KTM duke125 bs6 or Honda hornet 2.0, could you suggest which bike is better in of both?
  • I'd commend you to buy ktm
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, 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. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. On the other hand, The Hornet 2.0 isn’t quite a 200, but with its 185cc motor, it’s the closest that Honda has ever come. It’s also one of the most exciting-looking small bikes we’ve seen from Big Red recently, but on paper, it seems to stand in a class of its own. Honda Hornet 2.0 is powered by a 184.4 cc engine. This Hornet 2.0 engine generates a power of 17.26 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 16.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Is it worth to spend 1.5 Lac on DUKE 125 CC?? Duke 125 is more comfortable than MT15???
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Better you try higher CC
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Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Vs KTM 125 Duke FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 125 Duke?
The KTM 125 Duke is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar RS200 by Rs. 3,085.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar RS200 vs KTM 125 Duke?
For the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar RS200 produces 24.5 PS @ 9750 rpm of power and 18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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