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Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
KTM Duke 160 in India ? Bikemaker teases new street bike
KTM India on Thursday teased its its new motorcycle on social media. Though the company did not mention which model was in line for the release, it is widely expected to be the KTM 160 Duke . The post was captioned "'The streets are ready. Are you?' This comes following the discontinuation of of 125 Duke, suggesting the upcoming bike will replace it as the company's most accessible vehicle. The motorcycle is expected to be developed exclusively for the Indian market, with no immediate plans for global rollout, TOI reported. The new bike will become the new entry point into KTM 's lineup, replacing the now-discontinued 125 Duke. The teaser confirms that KTM is ready to take on the highly competitive 160cc segment with a stronger, more performance-focused offering. The KTM 125 Duke, despite being the most affordable model in the brand's portfolio, struggled with slow sales primarily due to its high price-to-performance ratio. By contrast, the new 160 Duke aims to offer more power and better value, bringing KTM's styling and performance DNA to a broader audience. KTM Duke 160: Expectations KTM Duke 160 is expected to be based on the second-generation KTM 200 Duke platform , featuring 43mm USD front forks, a trellis frame, rear monoshock suspension, dual-channel ABS, and a digital LCD instrument cluster. It is also expected to feature LED lighting, sculpted tank extensions, and new graphics to distinguish it in the segment. As per reports, the KTM 160 Duke is expected to be powered by a 160cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. Though official figures are awaited, it will likely deliver 19–20bhp, which would give it a performance edge over rivals like the Yamaha MT-15 (18.4bhp). This would be a significant jump from the 125 Duke's 14.5bhp should translate into a noticeably more engaging ride experience. The launch of the KTM 160 Duke is expected soon, in time for the festive season.
India Today
2 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
KTM 160 Duke teased ahead of launch in India
KTM India has officially teased its upcoming motorcycle, and it is widely expected to be the KTM 160 Duke. This all-new streetfighter will mark the new entry point into KTM's lineup, replacing the now-discontinued 125 Duke. The teaser confirms that KTM is ready to take on the highly competitive 160cc segment with a stronger, more performance-focused offering. View this post on Instagram A post shared by KTM India - Ready To Race (@ktm_india)advertisementThe KTM 125 Duke, despite being the most affordable model in the brand's portfolio, struggled with slow sales primarily due to its high price-to-performance ratio. By contrast, the new 160 Duke aims to offer more power and better value, bringing KTM's styling and performance DNA to a broader the 160 Duke is expected to be based on the second-generation KTM 200 Duke platform, featuring 43mm USD front forks, a trellis frame, rear monoshock suspension, dual-channel ABS, and a digital LCD instrument cluster. The bike will retain the brand's signature aggressive streetfighter stance, with LED lighting, sculpted tank extensions, and new graphics to distinguish it in the segment. The KTM 160 Duke will be powered by a new 160cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. Though official figures are awaited, it will likely deliver 19–20bhp, which would give it a performance edge over rivals like the Yamaha MT-15 (18.4bhp). This significant jump from the 125 Duke's 14.5bhp should translate into a noticeably more engaging ride its global siblings, the KTM 160 Duke is being developed specifically for the Indian market. KTM has chosen to use the Gen-2 200 Duke platform instead of the more expensive Gen-3 architecture to keep costs in check. This cost-conscious approach, coupled with local manufacturing, should allow the brand to price the bike official launch of the KTM 160 Duke is expected soon, right in time for the festive season. In essence, the KTM 160 Duke can shape up to be a well-balanced package, bringing together sharp design, hardware, and to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
KTM 160 Duke teased for India, launch likely in August
KTM has dropped a teaser for a new motorcycle on its social media handles, and this is likely the highly anticipated 160 Duke , set to go on sale soon. Rumour mills have been rife about KTM developing the 160 Duke and RC 160 specifically for the Indian market, ever since the KTM 125 Duke and RC 125 were taken off the shelves earlier this year. Rumour mills have been rife about the KTM 160 Duke and RC 160 under development specifically for India, ever since the KTM 125 Duke and RC 125 were discontinued. The model now appears ready for launch. KTM 160 Duke Teased The teaser image posted on social reveals little about the powertrain, but we do get to see the familiar styling and wheels from the Duke range. The upcoming KTM 160 Duke is expected to be based on the 200 Duke, albeit with a smaller 160 cc single-cylinder engine to take on the offerings in the 160-200 cc segment. The new 160 Duke will compete against some highly popular offerings, including the Yamaha MT-15 V2.0, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, and Bajaj NS200. Also Read : 2025 Yamaha MT-15 V2.0 launched with new features, prices start at ₹1.70 lakh The KTM 125 Duke was pulled off the shelves in India earlier this year Though popular in Europe, the KTM 125 Duke was a low seller in the Indian market. Despite sharing its underpinnings with the larger Duke models, the bike didn't offer the fantastic power-to-price ratio that the 200, 250, and 390 Duke models have to offer. The bike also lacked sufficient power to sustain long-term usage, especially after buyers had exhausted the initial fun quotient that the bike offered. KTM 160 Duke: Expected Specs The upcoming KTM 160 Duke should offer a more consistent power usage, good enough for city use and the occasional high-speed run. There's no word on the powertrain yet, but the engine is expected to be a downsized version of the 200 cc mill seen on the 200 Duke. The motor is likely to come with liquid cooling and will produce around 19 bhp and 15 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The underpinnings will be carried over from the KTM 200 Duke, including the trellis frame, USD front forks and a rear monoshock, disc brakes, and dual-channel ABS. Other features likely include all-LED lighting, a TFT digital console with Bluetooth connectivity, and more. Watch: 2024 KTM 390 Duke review: The pocket rocket is back The KTM 160 Duke is expected to be followed up with the RC 160, which should arrive later in the year. The upcoming KTM RC 160 will get the full fairing and will serve as a rival to the Yamaha R15 V4, which remains the undisputed leader in this space. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date:
