KTM 160 Duke India Launch: A Bold Step Forward https://malayalam-latest-news.blogspot.com
KTM 160 Duke India Launch:
A Bold Step Forward
The long-awaited KTM model in 2025 KTM160 Duke has officially been launched in India. marking its debut as KTM’s new entry-level outstanding streetfighter . It shares a lot with the Duke 200 platform but brings a compact yet potent 160 cc engine twist tailored for Indian hard-core riders.
Launch & Price
Launch Date: August 2025
Ex-showroom Price: ₹1.85 lakh—slotting it squarely against top rivals in the 160–200 cc segment.
New KTM’s strategy is
1. Replace the discontinued 125 Duke with a stronger,
2.Value-driven model that appeals to the youth and performance seekers.
Specs & Features at a Glance
It's come withBuilt on a lightweight trellis frame the KTM 160 Duke packs premium components and modern tech typically found in higher-tier models only
Powertrain & Performance
* 164.2 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine
* Power: ~19 bhp
* Torque: ~15.5 Nm
* Paired with a 6 gear speed gearbox (no quickshifter)
Hardware & Chassis
WP Apex USD forks (43 mm); monoshock rear
Disc brakes: 320 mm front, 230 mm rear
dual-channel ABS
Styling & Ergonomics
Sharp, aggressive Duke styling with long tank shrouds and signature mirror-mounted indicators
Kerb weight: ~147 kg
Electronics & Instrumentation
5 -inch LCD (not full-TFT) with Bluetooth, KTM Connect, music & call controls, navigation
Why the 160 Duke Matters
1. The KTM 160 Duke positions itself as a step above the usual mid-capacity riders by offering:
2.More power than the outgoing 125 Duke
3.A performance edge over rivals like Yamaha MT-15, while staying snugly priced
4.Premium-tier components and engagement USD forks and dual-channel ABS, ride-by-wire technology also
5.Youthful design that’s unmistakably KTM, appealing to both aesthetics and performance aficionados
Competitors to Watch
Key rivals include:
Yamaha MT-15 V2.0
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Honda CB Hornet 2.0
With its ₹1.85 lakh price tag, the 160 Duke directly challenges these segment stalwarts, particularly targeting the MT-15’s stronghold.
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