Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs KTM 390 Duke: Image Comparison

Bajaj Auto has just launched the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and the obvious question that comes to mind is how different it is from the other 400cc streetfighter made by Bajaj, the KTM 390 Duke. So, let’s take a look at them in detailed images here:

Design

The Bajaj Pulsar NS400ZZ is built on the Bajaj Dominar 400’s perimeter frame and its exterior styling is quite similar to that of the Bajaj Pulsar NS200. The main highlight are the LED DRLs that give out Carnage vibes (from the Venom movie series). The tank design with the tank extensions, tail section with the split grab rail and alloy wheel design is very similar to that of the NS200 but beefier looking. The 4 colour schemes on offer: Brooklyn Black, Glossy Racing Red, Metallic Pearl White, and Pewter Grey and the graphics somewhat differentiate the bike from its 200cc sibling.

The KTM 390 Duke is built on a new steel trellis frame with a pressure die-cast aluminium subframe. It gets quite an aggressive styling with the big tank extensions with ‘Duke 390’ stickering and the sharp design language all over. The LED headlight is surrounded by floating LED DRLs. The alloy wheel design has been carried over from the KTM RC 390 and the bike is available in two colour options: Electric Orange and Atlantic Blue, out of which we like the Atlantic Blue the best as the Electric Orange is a bit too ‘orange’ for our liking.

Engine

The NS400Z is powered by the Dominar 400’s 373.3cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 40PS at 8800rpm and 35Nm at 6500rpm. It comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch and gets a fuel tank capacity of 12 litres.

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The KTM 390 Duke is powered by an all-new 399cc, liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine that makes 46PS at 8500rpm and 39Nm at 6500rpm. It comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox with assist and slipper clutch and gets a fuel tank capacity of 15 litres.

Underpinnings

The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z gets a suspension setup of a 43mm inverted fork and 6-step preload adjustable gas-charged monoshock. Braking duties are taken care of by a 320mm front disc brake and 230mm rear disc (both with Grimeca calipers, mounted axially at