After much wait and anticipation, the Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has finally entered the Indian two-wheeler market and has extended the competition in the entry level performance motorcycle market. Its prime rivals are the KTM RC200 (which is a product from Bajaj’s sister brand KTM) and the Yamaha R15 version 2.0. The Yamaha R25 is still some time away and hence we decided to keep the R15 version 2.0 in this comparison. We also threw in the Pulsar 200NS in the comparison to help potential buyers to understand the difference between the fully faired and the streetfighter variants of the Pulsar brand.
Here is the compete technical specification comparison of these four motorcycles:
| Specifications | Bajaj Pulsar RS200 | KTM RC200 | Yamaha R15 V2.0 | Bajaj Pulsar 200NS |
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Engine |
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| Engine Type and Displacement | 199.5cc Liquid Cooled four valve DTS-i Triple Spark Engine with Fuel Injection | 199.5cc Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled | 149.8cc Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve | 199.5 4 – stroke, SOHC – 4V – Liquid Cooled, single cylinder |
| Power (PS) | 24.5 | 25.3 | 17 | 23.52 |
| Torque (Nm) | 18.6 | 19.2 | 15 | 18.3 |
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Dimensions |
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| Length (mm) | 1999 | 1978 | 1970 | 2017 |
| Width (mm) | 765 | 688 | 670 | 804 |
| Height (mm) | 1114 | 1098 | 1070 | 1075 |
| Seat Height (mm) | NA | 820 | 800 | NA |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1355 | 1340 +/- 15mm | 1345 | 1363 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 157 | 178.5 | 160 | 169 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litre) | 13 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| Weight (kgs) | 165 (kerb) | 137.5 (dry) | 136 (kerb) | 145 (kerb) |
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Brakes |
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| Front Brake | 300mm disc brake with Single channel ABS | 300mm Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper | Hydraulic, single disc | 280mm Petal Disc with floating caliper |
| Rear Brake (mm) | 230mm disc brake | 230mm Disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs | Hydraulic, single disc | 230mm Petal Disc with floating caliper |
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Price |
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| Price (Ex-Showroom Delhi) (INR) | Rs 118,000 (standard) / Rs 130,000 (ABS) | Rs 166,738 | Rs 114,129 | Rs 91,553 |
In terms of power, the KTM RC200 outruns the competition with its 199.5cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled engine which delivers 25.3 PS of power and 19.2 Nm of torque. The new Bajaj Pulsar RS200, unlike the Pulsar 200NS, benefits from fuel injection and finishes second with a slightly lesser power output figures than the KTM RC200. The 199.5cc liquid cooled DTS-i Triple Spark fuel injected motor on the Pulsar RS200 churns out 24.5 PS of power and 18.6 Nm of torque. The Bajaj Pulsar 200NS, with its 199.5 four-stroke, liquid cooled motor, delivers 23.52 PS pf power and 18.3 Nm of torque and secures the third position. Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 has a relatively smaller engine and finishes last in this comparison. 149.8cc motor on this Japanese motorcycle delivers 17 PS of power and 15 Nm of torque.
The Pulsar 200NS, with its naked styling and carburetor motor, is the cheapest motorcycle here at the price tag of Rs 91,553. The Yamaha R15 Version 2.0, at Rs 114,129 is the cheapest faired motorcycle in this comparison. The Pulsar RS200 is the only motorcycle that benefits from an (optional) ABS and is priced very competitively at Rs 118,000 for the standard model and Rs 130,000 for ABS equipped variant. The KTM RC200 is the most expensive motorcycle in this comparison at a price tag of Rs 166,738.
So which motorcycle would you like to bring back home? Do share your thoughts and opinions with us through the comments section below.
The Pulsar 200NS has never had a fuel injection in the Indian market. You already have experienced the fun of a 200cc motorcycle so we suggest you to upgrade to something more powerful. Bajaj may introduce the SS400 in the coming months but we really cannot pin point an exact date.
there are three spark plugs are placed in the engine. in pulsar 200NS also three spark plugs are placed.
it actually need to place such a high no. of spark plugs. if we increase the no. of spark plugs then there may be emissions are also generated because of the high temperature inside the engine chamber
I already own a pulsar200 Ns for 3 years. And really impressed with the styling and F.I used in engine. Should I replace my bike with pulsar rs200. And is there any chances of Pulsar SS400 arriving soon?? Thanks
This is just a copy of specs which are readily available on the Internet. The study of journalism hasn’t add any flair to this. This article hasn’t made my decision of purchasing a new bike, if I were to upgrade from my 08 200 dts-i. This just doesn’t cut it for an E-mag like this. I had better hopes for it when I saw the link. Hopefully the Author will write better specs comparison next time, something that’d have a little heart, his own little flair to it. Until then.
You have mentioned about the brakes in all the bikes.which one is more effective and what’s the difference between floating calipers, four pot etc..