Bajaj Pulsar NS160 vs KTM RC 125 [2021-2025]

In 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS160 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 NS160 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 NS160 engine makes power and torque 17.2 PS PS & 14.6 Nm. On the other hand, RC 125 [2021-2025] engine makes power & torque 14.5 PS PS & 12 Nm respectively. Bajaj offers the Pulsar NS160 in 4 colours. KTM offers the RC 125 [2021-2025] in 1 colour. The Pulsar NS160 mileage is around 40.36 kmpl. The RC 125 [2021-2025] mileage is around 41 kmpl.
Pulsar NS160 vs RC 125 [2021-2025] Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Pulsar ns160 Rc 125 [2021-2025]
BrandBajajKTM
Price₹ 1.2 Lakhs₹ 1.92 Lakhs
Mileage40.36 kmpl41 kmpl
Engine Capacity160.3 cc124 cc
Power17.2 PS PS14.5 PS PS

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Pulsar NS160
₹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
12 L13.7 L
Length
2017 mm1977 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm158 mm
Wheelbase
1372 mm-
Kerb Weight
152 kg160 kg
Height
1060 mm-
Saddle Height
807 mm835 mm
Width
803.5 mm-
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm17 inch
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm320 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80 -17 Rear :-130/70 -17Front: 110/70 - R17, Rear: 150/60 - R17
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm230 mm
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloyAlloy
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Range
504 km500 km
Max Speed
120 kmph120 kmph
Max Power
17.2 PS @ 9000 rpm14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Stroke
60.7 mm47.2 mm
Max Torque
14.6 Nm @ 7250 rpm12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Transmission
ManualManual
Displacement
160 cc124.7 cc
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Clutch
Wet MultiplateWet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
Cooling System
Oil CooledLiquid Cooled
Starting
Kick and Self StartSelf Start Only
Gear Box
5 Speed6 Speed
Fuel Supply
Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Emission Type
bs6-2.0bs6-2.0
Bore
58 mm58 mm
Rear Suspension
Nitrox mono shock absorber with CanisterWP APEX Monoshock, 10 step adjustable
Front Suspension
Telescopic with Anti-friction BushWP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter
Features
Tripmeter
DigitalDigital
Seat Type
SplitSplit
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Console
Digital-
Call/SMS Alerts
No-
Odometer
DigitalDigital
Fuel Gauge
YesYes
Clock
Yes-
Geo Fencing
No-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
USB Charging Port
No-
Battery Capacity
12V,8Ah12 V / 8 Ah
Tail Light
LEDLED
Turn Signal Lamp
Halogen BulbLED
Low Fuel Indicator
YesYes
Headlight
Halogen BulbHalogen
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹1,40,495₹2,14,075
Ex-Showroom Price
₹1,20,171₹1,91,795
RTO
₹9,613₹15,880
Insurance
₹10,711₹6,400
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹3,019₹4,601

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