KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Shares design and chassis with the Duke 200, featuring LED lighting, trellis frame, and WP suspension
- Comes with a 164.2cc engine that produces 19 PS and 15.5 Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and slipper clutch
KTM has recently launched their 160 Duke motorcycle in the affordable performance segment. Priced at Rs 1.85 lakh (ex-showroom), this performance motorcycle sits below the Duke 200, offering the same aggressive styling and hardware. But what does this budget performance get? Let's find out in this article. We'll discuss the top highlights of the KTM 160 Duke. But before getting into the details, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Design
The KTM 160 Duke carries the same aggressive DNA as its siblings, which makes it instantly recognisable. At the front, it boasts a split LED headlight setup along with integrated DRLs. Moving forward, you'll notice the muscular fuel tank with bold extensions, giving it a more athletic stance. Meanwhile, the exposed trellis frame enhances the bike's rigidity and rugged character. At the rear, you'll notice an upswept tail section with a minimalist LED taillight setup. The underbelly exhaust helps to keep the overall appeal clean. Notably, this bike comes in three shades: Electronic Orange, Atlantic Blue, and Silver Metallic Matte.
Features
Despite being a budget sports bike, the 160 skimps on a lot of features. It includes a 5-inch LCD console along with Bluetooth connectivity, with the KTM connect app, which includes turn-by-turn navigation, call accept and decline function, etc. While some of the additional features include LED headlights, taillights, along blinkers.
Powertrain
The KTM 160 Duke is powered by a 164.2cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC engine, which belts out 19 PS and 15.5 Nm of torque. Moreover, this powerhouse comes paired with a 6-speed manual transmission along with a slipper and assist clutch.
Hardware
The 160 Duke comes with a trellis frame same as the Duke 200. Meanwhile, this one rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres. The trellis frame has been suspended on WP upside-down forks at the front and a monoshock linkage at the rear. However, the braking duties are handled by a 320mm disc at the front and a 230 mm disc rear, along with dual channel ABS as standard.
The KTM 160 Duke is available at a price tag of Rs 1.85 lakh (ex-showroom), which is Rs 22,000 cheaper than its elder sibling, the Duke 200. Meanwhile, it goes head-to-head with the Yamaha MT 15 and the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.
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Verdict
The KTM 160 Duke delivers the true Duke experience at a more accessible price, blending aggressive styling, premium hardware, and peppy performance. For riders stepping into the performance bike scene, it's a tempting entry point without compromising on KTM's streetfighter attitude.
