For anyone hunting a pocket‑sized streetfighter, the KTM 160 Duke arrives at an ex‑showroom price of ₹1.84 lakh, a bargain for a 164‑cc twin‑shaked engine that churns out 19 hp at 9,500 rpm and 15.5 Nm at 7,500 rpm. It also comes with a six‑speed gearbox and delivers a respectable 36.5 km/l fuel economy that keeps running costs low.
The bike’s 130 km/h top speed is more than enough for city commutes and weekend rides. It sits on a 147 kg kerb weight, with a 815 mm seat height that lets most riders feel confident on the road. A 10.1‑litre tank gives you about 150 km of range on a full fill, while the 36.5‑km/l fuel economy turns the 164‑cc into a wallet‑friendly companion.
The 160 Duke’s safety suite is fueled by a 320 mm front disc with a radial caliper and a 230 mm rear disc. Dual‑channel ABS, plus a SuperMoto mode that lets the rider disengage rear‑wheel ABS for track‑like feel, keeps braking under control. Two instrument options cater to budgets: a monochrome LCD on the entry model, and a 5‑inch bonded‑glass TFT on the premium variant.
Styling leans into a low‑rider stance with a split‑steel trellis frame, upside‑down forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear. Colours come in three moods – Electronic Orange, Atlantic Blue and Silver Metallic Matte – giving you a palette that matches the bike’s aggressive posture.
The 160 Duke sits between the 125‑cc TVS Apache RR 310 and the 150‑cc Honda CB150R, offering a higher power output while keeping the price low. Launched in 2023, it is already rolling off the lines in major metros and mid‑tier cities across India. If you’re after a sharp, nimble machine that doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket, the 160 Duke is worth a test‑ride.