KTM has released the new 160 Duke, its most affordable motorcycle, in the Indian market, with an ex-showroom price of ₹1.85 lakh. This model becomes the most economical motorcycle offered by the brand, positioned below the KTM 200 Duke in its lineup. The 160 Duke is set to compete directly with bikes like the Bajaj Pulsar NS160, Yamaha MT-15 V2.0, and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V.
The current KTM India range includes the KTM 1390 Super Duke R, KTM 890 Duke R, KTM 390 Duke, KTM 250 Duke, and KTM 200 Duke. The KTM 125 Duke was previously available but was discontinued in March 2025. The 160 Duke represents the newest addition to this model family.
**Pricing and Warranty Details**
The KTM 160 Duke is priced at ₹1.85 lakh (ex-showroom). A 10-year warranty is included with the purchase, and various financing options will be available to customers. Deliveries to dealerships are planned to begin on August 12th. According to KTM, the 160 Duke is designed as a sporty motorcycle, not just a regular bike. The Duke series has already experienced increased sales, and the addition of the 160 Duke is expected to boost sales further. KTM is also developing the RC 160, which will be the brand’s most affordable RC model and is slated for release within the next few weeks.
**Design, Features, and Aesthetics**
KTM states the new 160 Duke adheres to the brand’s design principles. This 160cc naked bike boasts a combination of high-performance capabilities and a premium, sporty aesthetic. It is equipped with key features such as the signature KTM LED headlamp, sharp tank covers, an expansive fuel tank, a sleek tail section, and LED taillights. Color schemes include options like Orange-Black and Blue-White, with orange accents. The bike incorporates a 5.0-inch LCD instrument cluster, offering smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, call receiving, and music streaming capabilities.
**Engine, Performance and Specifications**
The new 160 Duke is presented as a highly capable 160cc motorcycle in India. It features a 160cc liquid-cooled engine, borrowed from the 200 Duke platform. The engine generates 18.74 bhp of power and 15.5 Nm of torque. This same engine and chassis will also be used in the forthcoming KTM RC 160. The bike incorporates USD front forks and a mono-shock at the rear. For braking, the bike includes a 320 mm disc brake at the front and a 230 mm disc brake at the rear.