KTM 160 Duke Launched in India at Rs 1.84 Lakh, Gets LCD Display and More

Austrian automaker, KTM on Monday launched its 160cc motorcycle, the 160 Duke at Rs 1.84 lakh (ex-showroom). This is the first 160cc motorcycle KTM has launched in India, expanding on its already expansive portfolio including 200 Duke, 250 Duke and 390 Duke. Additionally, the company boasts more powerful iterations of the Duke namely 890 Duke R and 1390 Super Duke R.

The KTM 160 Duke is powered by a 164.2 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine churning out a peak power output of 18.74 bhp and 15.5 Nm of torque.

The KTM 160 Duke features a split trellis frame providing stability. In addition to that, the 160 Duke is offered with WP Apex fork with a hollow axle, bionic light wheels along with a lighter tube, a cast pillion step holder and sleek grab rail for function and aesthetics. Moreover, the bike features a 5-inch LCD display.

Furthermore, the KTM 160 Duke is equipped with disc brakes on the front and the rear with the former being a 320mm disc and the latter being a 230mm disc.

The 160 Duke is the most affordable Duke model from the portfolio of the Austrian automaker. It will compete against the likes of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Bajaj Pulsar NS160, among others.

Also Read: 2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Range Gets New Graphite Grey Colour Option: Price, Power, Features and More

Manik Nangia, President- Probiking, Bajaj Auto, stated, "Inside every one of us is a racer. We all have that instinct to compete and push limits. For over a decade, KTM has given that instinct expression — defining India’s premium sport motorcycle category with an uncompromising ‘Ready to Race’ mindset and thrilling generations of young riders. With the new KTM 160 Duke, we’ve distilled KTM’s legendary DNA into performance motorcycles that are more accessible than ever — without sacrificing the performance, precision, and attitude that define every KTM."