Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs KTM RC 200

BikeWale brings you comparison of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and KTM RC 200. The ex-showroom price of Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is ₹ 1,34,202 and KTM RC 200 is ₹ 2,05,472. Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is available in 4 colours and 1 variant and KTM RC 200 is available in 2 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and KTM RC 200.

Pulsar NS200 vs RC 200 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Pulsar NS200	RC 200
Price	₹ 1,34,202	₹ 2,05,472
Capacity	199.5 cc	199.5 cc
Power	24.13 bhp @ 9750 rpm	25.4 bhp @ 10000 rpm
Economy	35 kmpl	30 kmpl

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Bajaj
Pulsar NS200

Version
BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 1,34,202
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RC 200

Version
BS VI

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 2,05,472
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Pulsar NS200
BS VI
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RC 200
BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	25.4 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Max Torque	18.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	19.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	199.5	199.5
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	72	72
Stroke (mm)	49	49
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11+/-0.5:1	14.5:1
Ignition	Digital CDI	Digital Ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	3	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch	Wet Multi-Disc	Wet multi-disc clutch
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12	9.5
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	2	1.5
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	420	285
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	35	30
Top Speed (Kmph)	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Single Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	300
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	230	230
Calliper Type	--	Front-4 Piston Fixed, Rear-1 Piston Floating Calliper
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	100/80-17" 52 P Tubeless	110/70 - 17
Rear Tyre Size	130/70-17" 62 P Tubeless	150/60 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic Front Fork with Antifriction Bush	WP APEX 43
Rear Suspension	Nitrox Mono Shock Absorber with Canister	WP APEX - Monoshock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	156	160.6
Overall Length (mm)	2,017	--
Overall Width (mm)	804	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,075	--
Wheelbase (mm)	1,363	1,341
Ground Clearance (mm)	168	178.5
Seat Height (mm)	--	820
Chassis Type	Pressed steel Perimeter Frame	Steel trellis frame, powder coated

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No
USB charging port	No	No
Front storage box	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Analogue	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	Yes
Stepped Seat	Yes	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12V DC	12V DC
Battery	12V 8AH VRLA	12V/8Ah
Headlight Type	Multi-Reflector Type	Projector Headlamps
Headlight Bulb Type	H4 Blue Tinge 12V 55/60W	--
Brake/Tail Light	0.3/3 W, LED	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	--	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Features a six-speed gearbox
- Average maintainence cost
- Street bike with an aggresive stance
- Great motorcyle for racetrack
- Powerful and punchy engine
- Overall weight is on the lighter side
Could be better
- Fit and finish can be better
- Vibrations at higher rpm
- Uncomfortable city ride
- Small pillion seat
- Brake lacks the bite

Colors


Available Colours	Burnt Red Metallic Pearl White Pewter Grey Plasma Satin Blue	Black Electronic Orange

Reviews


Overall rating	4.7(2280 ratings) 768 reviews	4.7(1364 ratings) 330 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4
Reliability	4	4
Performance	4	4
Comfort	4	4
Service Experience	4	4
Maintenance cost	5	4
Extra Features	5	5

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