Bajaj Pulsar 150 vs KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)

Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar 150 or KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar 150 price in is Rs 1,10,896 (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) price in is Rs 1,81,933 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar 150 makes 14 PS and 13.4 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of RC 125 (2019-2021) stand at 14.5 PS and 12 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar 150 in 4 colours whereas the KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) comes in 1 colours. Out of 119 user reviews, RC 125 (2019-2021) scores 4.2 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 150 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 991 user reviews..The Bajaj Pulsar 150 Mileage is around 47.5 kmpl, while the KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) Mileage is around 44.95 kmpl.

Pulsar 150 vs RC 125 (2019-2021)

Key Highlights	Pulsar 150	RC 125 (2019-2021)
Mileage (Overall)	47.5 kmpl	44.95 kmpl
Max Power	14 PS @ 8500 rpm	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine	Single Cylinder, 4 Valve, Liquid Cooled, FI, DOHC

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Basic Information	Bajaj Pulsar 150	KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)
On-Road Price	Rs.1,26,424* Onwards	Rs.2,07,333* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	47.5 kmpl	44.95 kmpl
Max Power	14 PS @ 8500 rpm	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on Bajaj Pulsar 150 Reviews	4.2 Based on KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) Reviews
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 3,644 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Basic Information

Bajaj Pulsar 150

KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)

On-Road Price

Rs.1,26,424* Onwards

Rs.2,07,333* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

47.5 kmpl

44.95 kmpl

Max Power

14 PS @ 8500 rpm

14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on Bajaj Pulsar 150 Reviews

4.2

Based on KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) Reviews

Body Type

Commuter Bikes

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 3,644

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine	Single Cylinder, 4 Valve, Liquid Cooled, FI, DOHC
Displacement	149.5 cc	124.7 cc
Number Of Cylinders	1	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	2	4
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, Multi Plate	Wet Multi-Disc
Gearbox	5 Speed	6-Speed
Bore	56 mm	58 mm
Stroke	60.7 mm	47.2 mm
Compression Ratio	9.8	-
Emission Norm Compliance	bs6.2	bs6
Max Torque	13.4 Nm @ 6500 rpm	12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Starting System	Kick and Self Start	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine

Single Cylinder, 4 Valve, Liquid Cooled, FI, DOHC

Displacement

149.5 cc

124.7 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	Yes	-
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	-
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Stepup Seat	-	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	-
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	Yes	-
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-

Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Real Time Mileage Indicator

Performance
City Mileage (Tested)	-	44.95 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)	-	45.87 kmpl
Overall Mileage	47.5 kmpl	-
Claimed Top Speed	115 kmph	-

Performance

City Mileage (Tested)

44.95 kmpl

Highway Mileage (Tested)

45.87 kmpl

Overall Mileage

47.5 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

115 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	15 L	9.5 L
Width	765 mm	-
Length	2055 mm	1977 mm
Height	1060 mm	-
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	3.2 L	-
Ground Clearance	165 mm	178.5 mm
Wheelbase	1320 mm	1341 mm
Dry Weight	-	154.2 kg
Kerb Weight	148 kg	-
Seat height	785 mm	835 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

15 L

9.5 L

Width

765 mm

Length

2055 mm

1977 mm

Height

1060 mm

Electricals
Headlight	Halogen	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	Bulb	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	-
Pilot Lamps	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

Halogen

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

Bulb

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	260 mm	300 mm
Rear Brake Size	130 mm	230 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	25 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	25 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	28 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

260 mm

300 mm

Rear Brake Size

130 mm

230 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

25 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

25 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle	Steel Trellis Frame

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle

Steel Trellis Frame

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Bajaj Pulsar 150
- Offers good value for money given its features and performance on tap.
- The padded single seat keeps both rider and pillion comfortable for long rides.
- The raised clip-on handlebards, padded seat and mid-set footpegs provide an upright riding position
- New LED headlight design is a welcome change, in our opinion
KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)
- Top-spec components like USD fork and radial tyres
- Set up to handle brilliantly in corners
- Appealing design thanks to sporty livery

Bajaj Pulsar 150
- Build quality could've been a bit better
- Could've had better engine refinement
- Gearbox could have been smoother
KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)
- High asking price
- Aggressive riding stance will prove to be painful in city as well as on the highway
- Easy to outgrow the motor’s performance

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User Reviews of Comparison

Pulsar 150
RC 125 (2019-2021)

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srivathsa on Jul 24, 2026
4.2
Value for money
Best in class performances, easy handling in city traffic, smooth, but rugged at same time, easy on pocket for maintenance, definitely serves the purpose, pickup is perfect, been riding this one since 15 years, yet minimum service cost, after sales response is also impressive, definitely male, title claimed by company feels true when you ride one.
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sanoj on Jul 22, 2026
5.0
Bajaj is the best bike
This bike is very good. Jab baat ho Bharat ki sadkon par raj karne ki, toh ek hi naam sabke dimaag me aata hai, Bajaj Pulsar 150! Yeh sirf ek bike nahi, balki har biker ka ek jazbaat hai. Dekhne me stylish, chalane me dumdaar aur mileage me behatreen, Pulsar 150 ne har generation ke dil par apni ek alag jagah banayi hai.
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anand on Mar 30, 2026
4.8
Superb Bike $ backbone of Bajaj Auto.
I am riding Pulsar 150 since 2011. The model available at that time was BS3. It's performance and power composition give perfect and balanced ride for daily commuting. I always keep my bike in better condition, that's why i compete nowadays Pulsar 150 models. Good Product from Bajaj Auto India Pulsar.
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M
mahesh on Feb 16, 2026
4.3
A True All-Rounder in the 150cc Segment
I chose this bike because it feels smooth and stable on highways while still offering good control in the city, even though the suspension feels slightly stiff on rough roads. It gives good mileage, looks stylish and is comfortable enough for family rides, making it a practical and reliable choice. The ride so far has been very satisfying. It feels comfortable for daily use, gives good mileage and has strong pickup. Handling is stable and confident, especially on highways where it feels smooth and controlled even at higher speeds. Yes, I would recommend this bike. I bought it mainly for daily office travel and occasional weekend rides. It gives me decent mileage and the pickup is good enough for city traffic. On highways it feels stable and confident. The suspension is slightly stiff on rough roads but overall comfort is fine. If someone wants a practical, stylish and reliable bike in this budget, this is a good choice.
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K
kartik on Feb 09, 2026
4.8
bike is powerful
Common disadvantages of the Bajaj Pulsar 150 include vibrations, a lack of a sixth gear, weak suspension, older design, potential for poor quality parts/service, and less stability in sudden braking at high speeds, while some users note issues with back pain due to seating and headlight design not meeting modern expectations, though it offers good city performance and mileage for its price.
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mangal on Aug 16, 2024
4.7
It's very nice parfomence
My experience is best I buy this bike and me also ot a Like A Star in the morning and I don't know i
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gulshan on Sep 17, 2023
4.2
Wonderful Bike
This is a wonderful website to buy a bike; you can find bikes for as low as Rs. It's excellent.
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sahil on Aug 08, 2021
3.5
Nice and good
Good giving nice options to buy, vehicle quality also good, looks great, performance awesome, like to see in this website again for more.
13 3
N
noor on Nov 23, 2020
4.2
Bohat hi acchi bike hai.
Bahot hi accha bike hai ktm mere dost ke pass hai ye bike mujhe bahot hi accha lagti hai KTM ka sound is everything.
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A
asim on Aug 16, 2020
4.2
Awesome Bike
This is an awesome bike with superb mileage and looking superb.
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FAQs on Bajaj Pulsar 150 and KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)

Q) Which bike is better Bajaj Pulsar 150 or KTM RC 125 (2019-2021)?

A) As per our average user rating, Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a score of 4.3/5 while KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) has rate of 4.2 /5.

Q) Which bike among Bajaj Pulsar 150 and KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) is cheaper?

A) Bajaj Pulsar 150 price starts at Rs 1,10,896 & KTM RC 125 (2019-2021) price starts at Rs 1,48,750 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar 150 is cheaper between these.

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