Gone are the 125 cc siblings that were underpowered; the Austrian brand is back in its prime with a 160 cc Duke aimed at new riders seeking a beginner bike. The new baby Duke will enable riders to zip through city streets and dominate the track. The lightweight, compact engine delivers 19 PS, making it the most powerful machine in its class.
The split trellis frame makes the KTM Duke a precision-built street weapon, offering riders enhanced maneuverability and razor-sharp handling. To further set the benchmark in the segment, the bike has been equipped to deliver an invigorating riding experience. With the new digital display, users will be able to glance at their speed, RPM, gear position, and peak RPM whenever needed.
The segment has long been ruled by Yamaha’s offerings, such as the MT-01 and the R15, but with KTM’s new entry, young riders seeking an eclectic mix of performance and aesthetics will now have another strong reason to shift towards the Duke.
Other 150 CC Competitors
| Comparison | KTM Duke /RC 160 | Yamaha R15 150 | MT-15 | Bajaj Pulsar NS160 | Yamaha Fz, F1, V4 160 | Yamaha Mt-15 |
| Engine | 164.2 cc Single Cylinder, 4 stroke Engine | 155cc Single Cylinder Engine | 155 cc Single Cylinder Engine | 164.82 CC Single cylinder engine | Telescopic Suspension upfront and Monoshock Suspension at the rear | 159.7 CC Single Cylinder Engine |
| Performance | 18.74 Bhp @ 9500 rpm and a peak torque of 15.5 NM @ 7500 rpm | 18.1 Bhp@ 10,000 Rpm/ 14.2 Nm Peak Torque @7500 Rpm | 18.1 Bhp@ 10,000 Rpm/ 14.2 Nm Peak Torque @7500 Rpm | 16.68 BHP @8750 Rpm, 14.6 Nm @ 6750 RPM | 12.2 bhp @ 7250 Rpm and 13.3 Nm @ 5500 Rpm | 17.31 Bhp @ 9250 Rpm And 14.73 Nm @ 7250 Rpm |
| Suspension | Upside down forks with A Monoshock at the rear – Expected | Upside Down Forks, (Rear)Linked Type Monocross Suspension | Upside Down Forks, (Rear)Linked Type Monocross Suspension | Telescopic, 31mm ( rear) Monoshock With Nitrox | Telescopic Fork, (Rear) 7 step Adjustable Monocross Suspension | Telescopic Fork, (Rear) 7-step Adjustable Monocross Suspension |
| Rider Aids | Dual Channel ABS- With | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS | Single Channel ABS |
| Mileage | To Be Announced yet | 51.4 kmpl | 56.87 kmpl | 51.6 Kmpl | 60 Kmpl | 61 KMPL |
| Price -Ex Showroom | Rs. 1,84,998 | Rs- 1,84,459 | Rs 1, 70,086 | Rs- 1,22,972 | Rs 1,23,484 | Rs 1,23,669 |
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