Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs KTM RC 125 [2021-2025]

In 2026 Bajaj Pulsar N160 or KTM RC 125 [2021-2025] choose which bike is best for you - compare these two bikes or scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Bajaj Pulsar N160 Price starts at Rs. 1.2 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the KTM RC 125 [2021-2025] Price starts at Rs. 1.92 Lakhs (last recorded price). Pulsar N160 engine makes power and torque 16 PS PS & 14.65 Nm. On the other hand, RC 125 [2021-2025] engine makes power & torque 14.5 PS PS & 12 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar N160 in 3 colours. KTM offers the RC 125 [2021-2025] in 1 colour. The Pulsar N160 mileage is around 59.11 kmpl. The RC 125 [2021-2025] mileage is around 41 kmpl.
Pulsar N160 vs RC 125 [2021-2025] Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar n160 Rc 125 [2021-2025]
BrandBajajKTM
Price₹ 1.2 Lakhs₹ 1.92 Lakhs
Mileage59.11 kmpl41 kmpl
Engine Capacity164.82 cc124 cc
Power16 PS PS14.5 PS PS

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Pulsar N160
Dual Channel Single Seat
₹1.20 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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RC 125 [2021-2025]
₹1.92 Lakhs*
*Last Recorded Price
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Specification
Fuel Capacity
14 L13.7 L
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L-
Ground Clearance
165 mm158 mm
Length
1989 mm1977 mm
Wheelbase
1358 mm-
Height
1050 mm-
Kerb Weight
154 kg160 kg
Saddle Height
795 mm835 mm
Width
743 mm-
Front Caliper
2 Piston-
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm17 inch
ABS
Dual ChannelDual Channel
Front Tyre Pressure
25 psi-
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17Front: 110/70 - R17, Rear: 150/60 - R17
Rear Caliper
1 Piston-
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloyAlloy
Rear Tyre Pressure
28 psi-
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Max Speed
120 kmph120 kmph
Max Power
16 PS @ 8750 rpm14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Stroke
62.38 mm47.2 mm
Max Torque
14.65 Nm @ 6750 rpm12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder-
Drive Type
Chain DriveChain Drive
Displacement
164.82 cc124.7 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 2 Valve, Air Cooled, FISingle Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Clutch
Wet MultiplateWet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
Cooling System
Air CooledLiquid Cooled
No Of Cylinders
11
Starting
Self Start OnlySelf Start Only
Gear Shift Pattern
1 Down 4 Up-
Valve Per Cylinder
2-
Gear Box
5 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Bore
58 mm58 mm
Body Graphics
YesYes
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks (37 mm)WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter
Rear Suspension
Nitrox MonoshockWP APEX Monoshock, 10 step adjustable
Features
Low Battery Indicator
Yes-
Low Fuel Indicator
Yes-
Headlight
LED-
Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km-
Pass Beam Switch
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes-
Malfunction Indicator
Yes-
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
DigitalYes
Clock
Yes-
Service Due Indicator
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes-
Pillion Seat
Yes-
Mobile Application
Yes-
Tachometer
DigitalDigital
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes-
Tripmeter
DigitalDigital
Kill Switch
Yes-
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes-
Rear Footpegs
Yes-
Distance To Empty
Yes-
Seat Type
SplitSplit
Gear Position Indicator
Yes-
USB Charging Port
Yes-
Display
LCDNew LCD Dash Display
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹1,39,990₹2,14,075
Ex-Showroom Price
₹1,19,711₹1,91,795
RTO
₹9,576₹15,880
Insurance
₹10,703₹6,400
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹3,008₹4,601
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons

Pros

Good low-end tractabilityComfortable ergonomics Good handling and braking

Cons

Laggy TFT screen

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