KTM RC 200 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- KTM RC 200 82.4 cm Tallest seat here
- Bajaj Pulsar 180 80 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.4 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 14.2 hp (Bajaj Pulsar 180) up to 25 hp (KTM RC 200).
- Torque spans 17 Nm (Bajaj Pulsar 180) up to 19.5 Nm (KTM RC 200).
- Weight spans 140 kg (KTM RC 200) to 146 kg (Bajaj Pulsar 180).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KTM RC 200 | Bajaj Pulsar 180 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | BAJAJ |
| Model | KTM RC 200 | Bajaj Pulsar 180 |
| Engine size | 200cc | 200cc |
| Power | 25hp | 14.2hp |
| Torque | 19.5nm. | 17nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 140kg | 146kg |
| Front brake | Four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc (Bybre) | 260 mm Disc |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc (Bybre) | 230 mm Disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.4cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 R17 | 90 / 90 - 17, Tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 R17 | 120 / 80 - 17, Tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Air cooled |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | Telescopic, with anti-friction bush |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | 5 way adjustable, Nitrox shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Naked |
| Top speed | 145km/h | 130km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13.7 L – 3 L/100km | 15 L – 3 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $2595 | Price not listed. |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View BAJAJ price list |
| Extra features | -LCD Display |
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2023 KTM RC 200 vs 2023 Bajaj Pulsar 180: listed specifications
The 2023 KTM RC 200 and 2023 Bajaj Pulsar 180 are closely matched in displacement, while the RC 200 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
RC 200 and Pulsar 180 have very similar engine displacement (200 cc vs 200 cc).
Peak power
RC 200 has a clear listed power advantage (25 hp vs 14.2 hp).
Torque
RC 200 has a modest listed torque advantage (19.5 Nm vs 17 Nm).
Listed top speed
RC 200 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (145 km/h vs 130 km/h).
Cooling
RC 200 is listed as liquid-cooled, and Pulsar 180 is listed as air-cooled.
Weight and seat height
RC 200 has a modest listed weight advantage (140 kg vs 146 kg). Pulsar 180 has a lower listed seat height (80 cm vs 82.4 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM RC 200 vs Bajaj Pulsar 180?
KTM RC 200 is listed at 145 km/h (90 mph) vs 130 km/h (81 mph) for Bajaj Pulsar 180.
Which has more horsepower, KTM RC 200 or Bajaj Pulsar 180?
KTM RC 200 has 25 hp compared with 14 hp on the Bajaj Pulsar 180.
Which is lighter, KTM RC 200 or Bajaj Pulsar 180?
KTM RC 200 is lighter at 140 kg vs 146 kg for Bajaj Pulsar 180.
Which is better, KTM RC 200 or Bajaj Pulsar 180?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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