Bajaj has recently introduced its largest and most potent motorcycle, the Pulsar NS400Z. In light of this, we’ve decided to compare it with its competitors to examine Bajaj’s strategy for competing in this segment.
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Rivals: Dimensions
| Dimensions | Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Bajaj Dominar 400 | KTM 390 Duke | Triumph Speed 400 | Hero Mavrick 440 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Height | 807 MM | 800 MM | 820 MM | 790 MM | 803 MM |
| Wheelbase | 1344 MM | 1453 MM | 1354 MM | 1377 MM | 1388 MM |
| Ground Clearance | 168 MM | 157 MM | 183 MM | 170 MM | 175 MM |
| Tyres | 110/70 – 17-inch – Front 140/70 – 17-inch – Rear | 110/70 – 17-inch – Front 150/60 – 17-inch – Rear | 110/70 – 17-inch – Front 150/60 – 17-inch – Rear | 110/70 – 17-inch – Front 150/60 – 17-inch – Rear | 110/70 – 17-inch – Front 150/60 – 17-inch – Rear |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 L | 13 L | 15 L | 13 L | 13.5 L |
| Kerb Weight | 174 KG | 193 KG | 168.3 KG | 176 KG | 187 KG |
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- Triumph Speed 400 has the lowest Seat Height.
- Bajaj Dominar 400 has the longest wheelbase of 1453 MM in the segment.
- KTM Duke 390 has the highest ground clearance of 183 MM while Dominar 400 has the lowest, 157 MM.
- Dominar 400, 390 Duke, Speed 400, and Mavrick 440 have the same tyre size except for the Pulsar NS400Z with 140/70-17-inch Rear tyres.
- KTM 390 Duke has the biggest fuel tank of 15 Litres.
- KTM 390 Duke is the lighter bike in the segment (168.3 KG).
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Rivals: Engine Specs
| Engine Specs | Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Bajaj Dominar 400 | KTM 390 Duke | Triumph Speed 400 | Hero Mavrick 440 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Liquid Cooled, 4V, DOHC with DLC coated finger followers | Single-Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC, 4 Valve, Liquid-Cooled, Triple Spark, FI | Single-Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine | Liquid Cooled, 4 Valve, DOHC, Single-Cylinder | Single-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, SOHC Engine |
| Displacement | 373.27cc | 373.3cc | 398.63cc | 398.15cc | 440cc |
| Power | 39.42 BHP | 39.42 NM | 45.3 BHP | 40 BHP | 27 BHP |
| Torque | 35 NM | 35 NM | 39 NM | 37.5 NM | 36 NM |
| Gearbox | 6 Speed | 6 Speed | 6 Speed | 6 Speed | 6 Speed |
| Mileage | – | 27 KMPL | 28.9 KMPL | 30 KMPL | 30 KMPL |
- Mavrick 440 has the lower power output while the Pulsar NS400Z, and Dominar 400 has the same power output; and the 390 Duke has the highest power output.
- Pulsar NS400Z and Dominar 400 has the same low torque output while the 390 Duke has the highest torque output.
- All have the same 6 Speed Gearbox.
- Dominar 400 has the lowest mileage.
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Rivals: Features
| Features | Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Bajaj Dominar 400 | KTM 390 Duke | Triumph Speed 400 | Hero Mavrick 440 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlamp | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Taillamp | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Turn Indicators | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED |
| Instrument Cluster | Fully Digital | Fully Digital | Fully Digital | Semi-Digital | Fully Digital |
| Smartphone Connectivity | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Notification Alerts | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ride Modes | 4 Modes – Road, Sport, Rain, Off-Road | No | No | No | No |
| Slipper Clutch | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Dual | Dual | Supermoto ABS mode | Dual | Dual |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
- Pulsar NS400Z and Dominar 400 misses out on Bluetooth Connectivity Features.
- Pulsar NS400Z compared to rest is the only to get ride modes.
- Triumph Speed 400 misses out on Fully Digital Cluster.
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Rivals: Suspension & Brakes
| Suspension | Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Bajaj Dominar 400 | KTM 390 Duke | Triumph Speed 400 | Hero Mavrick 440 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | 43 MM USD Telescopic | 43 MM USD Telescopic | 43 MM USD Telescopic | 43 MM USD Telescopic | RSU Telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-shock | Mono-shock | Mono-shock | Mono-shock | Twin-Shock Absorbers |
| Front Brake | 320 MM Disc | 320 MM Disc | 320 MM Disc | 300 MM Disc | 320 MM Disc |
| Rear Brake | 230 MM Disc | 230 MM Disc | 240 MM Disc | 230 MM Disc | 240 MM Disc |
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Rivals: Price
| Models | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Rs. 1.85 Lakh |
| Hero Mavrick 440 | Rs. 1.99 – Rs. 2.24 Lakh |
| Bajaj Dominar 400 | Rs. 2.31 Lakh |
| Triumph Speed 400 | Rs. 2.34 Lakh |
| KTM 390 Duke | Rs. 3.11 Lakh |
- Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is the affordable bike in the segment while KTM 390 Duke is the expensive bike.
Now, it remains to be seen how many people choose the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z over its competitors. Whether pricing or trust will play a significant role in this decision, only time will tell what happens next.
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