Bajaj Pulsar 220 F vs KTM RC 125

Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar 220 F or KTM RC 125 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 220 F price in Delhi is Rs 138560 (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM RC 125 price in Delhi is Rs 190118 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar 220 F makes 20.4 PS and 18.55 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of RC 125 stand at 14.5 PS and 12 Nm at 8000 rpm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar 220 F in 3 colours whereas the KTM RC 125 comes in 2 colours. Out of 77 user reviews, RC 125 scores 4.0 whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 220 F tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 377 user reviews..TheBajaj Pulsar 220 F Mileage is around 40 kmpl, while the KTM RC 125 Mileage is around 41 kmpl.

Pulsar 220 F vs RC 125

Key Highlights	Pulsar 220 F	RC 125
Mileage (City)	40 kmpl	41 kmpl
Max Power	20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	4-stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant, DTS-i FI Engine, Oil cooled	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine

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Basic Information	Bajaj Pulsar 220 F	KTM RC 125
On-Road Price	Rs.1.61 Lakh onwards	Rs.2.16 Lakh onwards
Mileage (City)	40 kmpl	41 kmpl
Max Power	20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on 377 Reviews	4.0 Based on 77 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,648 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 6,224 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.11,020 Pulsar 220 F Insurance	Rs.7,645 RC 125 Insurance
Colours	Black Blue Black Red Black Silver	OrangeBlue
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
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Basic Information

Bajaj Pulsar 220 F

KTM RC 125

On-Road Price

Rs.1.61 Lakh onwards

Rs.2.16 Lakh onwards

Mileage (City)

40 kmpl

41 kmpl

Max Power

20.4 PS @ 8500 rpm

14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on 377 Reviews

4.0

Based on 77 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,648

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 6,224

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.11,020
Pulsar 220 F Insurance

Rs.7,645
RC 125 Insurance

Colours

Black Blue Black Red Black Silver

OrangeBlue

Brochure

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.	4-stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant, DTS-i FI Engine, Oil cooled	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Displacement	220 cc	124.7 cc
No. of Cylinders Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.	1	1
Cooling System Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.	Oil Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder Refers to the number of intake and exhaust valves present in each cylinder. Most modern petrol bike engines have two or four valves per cylinder.	2	-
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch Enables the rider to disconnect the engine from the transmission temporarily, allowing for gear changes and neutral operation.	Wet, Multi Plate	Wet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
Ignition	Digital Twin Spark	-
Gear Box Indicates the arrangement of gears that transmit power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the rider to adjust speed and torque.	5 Speed	6 Speed
Bore These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	-	58 mm
Stroke These measurements describe the diameter (bore) and length (stroke) of the cylinder in the engine. They directly affect an engine's performance characteristics.	-	47.2 mm
Compression Ratio Reflects the ratio of the maximum volume in the cylinder (when the piston is at the bottom) to the minimum volume (when the piston is at the top) during the engine cycle. Higher compression ratios generally lead to more efficient combustion.	9.5:1	12.8:1
Emission Type Specifies the level of emissions produced by the bike, conforming to regulatory standards. Petrol bikes typically adhere to norms like Euro or BS (Bharat Stage) emissions standards.	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque Represents the highest rotational force output by the engine, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm) or pound-feet (lb-ft). It indicates the engine's pulling power.	18.55 Nm @ 7000 rpm	12 Nm at 8000 rpm
Starting Describes how the engine is initiated. Most petrol bikes use electric starters, kick starters, or both, to commence engine operation.	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

Refers to the design and configuration of the engine. Most petrol bikes typically use either a single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, or occasionally a multi-cylinder (like a four-cylinder) engine.

4-stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant, DTS-i FI Engine, Oil cooled

Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine

Displacement

220 cc

124.7 cc

No. of Cylinders

Indicates the total count of combustion cylinders in the engine. Common configurations include single-cylinder, twin-cylinder, and four-cylinder setups.

Cooling System

Describes the method used to dissipate heat from the engine. Petrol bikes often use air-cooling or liquid-cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures.

Oil Cooled

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.	Analogue and Digital	Digital
USB Charging Port	No	No
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Analogue	-
Tripmeter Tracks the distance traveled during a specific journey or trip, enabling riders to monitor their mileage for individual rides.	Digital	Digital
Odometer Shows the total distance covered by the bike since its inception, providing a comprehensive record of its usage	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	-	Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption
Seat Type	Split	Split
Body Graphics Refers to the decorative decals or paint schemes on the bike's bodywork, enhancing its visual appeal.	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	-
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	Yes	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

This refers to the display panel on a petrol bike that shows essential information like speed, RPM, fuel level, and other indicators such as engine temperature and gear position.

Analogue and Digital

Digital

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Displays the current speed of the bike in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph), providing crucial information for safe riding.

Digital

Techometer

Analogue

Features and Safety
Fuel Gauge	Digital	-
Adjustable Windscreen	-	Yes
Additional Features This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.	-	Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption

Features and Safety

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Adjustable Windscreen

Additional Features

This refers to unique features or upgrades specific to a particular model or variant of the petrol bike, which may include enhanced performance components, aesthetic improvements, or technology integrations.

Supermoto ABS, Lubrication - Forced, Wet sump, Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe, View Gear Position in Display, Set Your Shift & Rpm, View DTE, Averegr Speed, Fuel Consumption

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Mileage and Performance
City Mileage	40 kmpl	-
Overall Mileage	-	41 kmpl

Mileage and Performance

City Mileage

40 kmpl

Overall Mileage

41 kmpl

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	15 L	13.7 L
Width These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.	750 mm	-
Length	2035 mm	-
Height	1165 mm	-
Saddle Height Indicates the distance from the ground to the top surface of the bike's seat, influencing rider comfort and accessibility, especially for shorter or taller individuals.	-	835 mm
Ground Clearance	165 mm	158 mm
Wheelbase	1350 mm	-
Kerb Weight	160 kg	160 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

15 L

13.7 L

Width

These dimensions describe the physical size of the bike. Width represents the distance across the widest part of the bike, length is the distance from front to back, and height is the vertical measurement from the ground to the highest point of the bike.

750 mm

Length

2035 mm

Height

1165 mm

Electricals
Headlight	Halogen	Halogen
Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	Bulb	LED
DRLs	-	Yes
Projector Headlights	Yes	-
LED Tail Lights	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	No
Pilot Lamps	-	LED Pilot Lamps
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Electricals

Headlight

Halogen

Tail Light

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

Bulb

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.	280 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.	230 mm	230 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

Refers to the diameter of the disc or drum used for the front brake system on a petrol bike, influencing braking performance and heat dissipation.

280 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

Indicates the diameter of the disc or drum used for the rear brake system, contributing to the bike's overall braking effectiveness and control.

230 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	-	Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)

Underpinnings

Frame

Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)

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