Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs KTM RC 125

Should you buy Bajaj Pulsar N160 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 N160 price in Delhi is Rs 122854 (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM RC 125 price in Delhi is Rs 190118 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Pulsar N160 makes 16 PS and 14.65 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 N160 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 N160 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 262 user reviews..TheBajaj Pulsar N160 Mileage is around 59.11 kmpl, while the KTM RC 125 Mileage is around 41 kmpl.

Pulsar N160 vs RC 125

Key Highlights	Pulsar N160	RC 125
Mileage (City)	59.11 kmpl	41 kmpl
Max Power	16 PS @ 8750 rpm	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
Engine Type	Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Oil cooled, FI	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine

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Basic Information	Bajaj Pulsar N160	KTM RC 125
On-Road Price	-	Rs.2.16 Lakh onwards
Mileage (City)	59.11 kmpl	41 kmpl
Max Power	16 PS @ 8750 rpm	14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on 262 Reviews	4.0 Based on 77 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Sports Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 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.10,886 Pulsar N160 Insurance	Rs.7,645 RC 125 Insurance
Colours	Polar Sky BluePearl Metalic WhiteBrooklyn Black	OrangeBlue
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
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Basic Information

Bajaj Pulsar N160

KTM RC 125

On-Road Price

Rs.2.16 Lakh onwards

Mileage (City)

59.11 kmpl

41 kmpl

Max Power

16 PS @ 8750 rpm

14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on 262 Reviews

4.0

Based on 77 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

EMI Starts

₹

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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.10,886
Pulsar N160 Insurance

Rs.7,645
RC 125 Insurance

Colours

Polar Sky BluePearl Metalic WhiteBrooklyn Black

OrangeBlue

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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.	Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Oil cooled, FI	Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Displacement	164.82 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-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
Gear Box Indicates the arrangement of gears that transmit power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the rider to adjust speed and torque.	Constant mesh 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.	-	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.	14.65 Nm @ 6750 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.

Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Oil cooled, FI

Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine

Displacement

164.82 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	Yes	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.	Gear indicator, Fuel economy and Range indicator, Connected app on phone, Thrill calling, Mobile Notification, 3rd, 4th and 5th Passing acceleration 30 to 70 km/h, Bi-Functional LED Projector Headlamp	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
Clock	Yes	-
Passenger Footrest Provides a designated area for the pillion passenger to rest their feet comfortably during rides.	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	-
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	-
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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.	Gear indicator, Fuel economy and Range indicator, Connected app on phone, Thrill calling, Mobile Notification, 3rd, 4th and 5th Passing acceleration 30 to 70 km/h, Bi-Functional LED Projector Headlamp	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
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-

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.

Gear indicator, Fuel economy and Range indicator, Connected app on phone, Thrill calling, Mobile Notification, 3rd, 4th and 5th Passing acceleration 30 to 70 km/h, Bi-Functional LED Projector Headlamp

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

Real Time Mileage Indicator

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Mileage and Performance
City Mileage	59.11 kmpl	-
Highway Mileage	44.38 kmpl	-
Overall Mileage	-	41 kmpl
Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)	16.55 sec Sec	-
Roll-ons (40-80 kmph)	8.14 sec Sec	-
Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)	9.44 Sec	-
Acceleration (0-100 Kmph)	16.55 Sec	-
Braking (60-0 Kmph)	18.64 m Sec	-
Braking (80-0 Kmph)	33.91 m Sec	-
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Mileage and Performance

City Mileage

59.11 kmpl

Highway Mileage

44.38 kmpl

Overall Mileage

41 kmpl

Roll-ons (30-70 kmph)

16.55 sec Sec

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	14 L	13.7 L
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.	795 mm	835 mm
Ground Clearance	165 mm	158 mm
Wheelbase	1358 mm	-
Kerb Weight	152 kg	160 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

14 L

13.7 L

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.

795 mm

835 mm

Ground Clearance

165 mm

158 mm

Wheelbase

1358 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	Halogen
Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlights	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	No
Distance to Empty Indicator	Yes	-
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	-
Pilot Lamps	-	LED Pilot Lamps
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Halogen

Tail Light

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

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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