BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 125 Duke

BMW R 1250 GS Price starts at Rs. 20.55 Lakh which is Rs. 18.75 Lakh costlier than base model of KTM 125 Duke priced at Rs. 1.79 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW R 1250 GS is 15 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 125 Duke is 48.05 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW R 1250 GS is powered by 1254 cc engine , while KTM 125 Duke is powered by 124.7 cc engine. BMW R 1250 GS is available in 4 different colours while KTM 125 Duke comes with 2 colours. The Comparison BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 125 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 125 Duke

Key Highlights BMW R 1250 GS Pro BS6KTM 125 Duke 2021
Engine Type Air-Liquid Cooled, Twin Cylinder, DOHC, Boxer Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 136 PS @ 7750 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm

BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 125 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1250 GS Pro BS6KTM 125 Duke 2021
Rating
49 reviews
627 reviews
Brand Name BMW KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.55 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Type Air-Liquid Cooled, Twin Cylinder, DOHC, Boxer Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 136 PS @ 7750 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 1250 GS Colors
KTM 125 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Cast Aluminium Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 56,265 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,170 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,089 R 1250 GS Insurance Rs. 7,496 125 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
Air-Liquid Cooled, Twin Cylinder, DOHC, Boxer Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
1254 cc
124.7 cc
Max Power
136 PS @ 7750 rpm
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
143 Nm @ 6250 rpm
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
102.5 mm
58 mm
Stroke
76 mm
47.2 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
12.8:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (City)
...
46.92 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
48.05 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
15 kmpl
...
Top Speed
200 kmph
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Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-R19, Rear :-170/60-R17
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Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Cast Aluminium
Alloy

Seat height
850 - 870 mm
822 mm
Load carrying capacity
216 kg
...
Length*Width*Height
2207*952*1430 mm3
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Wheelbase
1514 mm
...
Length
2207 mm
...
Ground Clearance
...
155 mm
Height
1430 mm
...
Width
952.5 mm
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Fuel Capacity
20 Liters
13.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
249 Kg
159 Kg
Total Weight
465 kg
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Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
305 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
276 mm
230 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
Riding Modes, BMW ShiftCam, Automatic Stability Control, Hill Start Control, Power Socket, Tyre Pressure Control, Dynamic ESA, Keyless Ride, Daytime Riding Light, Gear Shift Assistant Pro, LED Turn Indicator
Lubrication - Wet Sump, Forced, Sub Frame - Bolt on sub-frame, Rider Aids - Advanced ABS
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Charging at Home
...
Charging at Charging Station
...
LED Tail Lights
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED
Alternator
510 W
...

Cruise Control
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
...
LCD Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Clock
Stepup Seat
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
...
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

KTM 125 Duke

  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine

KTM 125 Duke

  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS
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KTM 125 Duke Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. KTM 125 Duke or Pulsar 125 Neon?
  • Selecting between the KTM 125 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar 125 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, brand preference, features, performance, comfort, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. On the other hand, the Pulsar 125 Neon gives enthusiasts a taste of the Pulsar’s sporty DNA but in a less intimidating and more affordable package. The 125 Duke retails at Rs. 1.70 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the price of Pulsar 125 Neon starts at Rs. 77,843 (ex-showroom, Delhi). For a better understanding of performance and comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details. Read More:- Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM Duke 125
Q. I am planning to buy KTM duke125 bs6 or Honda hornet 2.0, could you suggest which bike is better in of both?
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. On the other hand, The Hornet 2.0 isn’t quite a 200, but with its 185cc motor, it’s the closest that Honda has ever come. It’s also one of the most exciting-looking small bikes we’ve seen from Big Red recently, but on paper, it seems to stand in a class of its own. Honda Hornet 2.0 is powered by a 184.4 cc engine. This Hornet 2.0 engine generates a power of 17.26 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 16.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Q. Is it worth to spend 1.5 Lac on DUKE 125 CC?? Duke 125 is more comfortable than MT15???
  • The KTM 125 is one of the best available entry-level naked sports bikes. Now since the bike is a naked sport, the bike gets all the features such as USD Folks, frugal engine, and aggressive dynamics for Duke which makes it compatible in terms of aerodynamics. Moreover, Duke 125 gets its DNA from the elder siblings which do not require the introduction in terms of performance. KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. If you are looking for a performance-oriented 125cc motorcycle and do not mind the steep premium, then you may go for it. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-15 BS6 is more than just the R15 v3 sans fairing. The naked looks sharp is light and can be a hoot to commute. However, the compact riding posture might be a bit too tight for large riders. What is also disheartening is the poor switchgear and build quality as well as the lack of dual-channel ABS. Powerful and versatile 155cc engine.Lightweight and extremely compact.Looks sharp and attractive, especially in the white/red color. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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BMW R 1250 GS Vs KTM 125 Duke Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 125 Duke?

The KTM 125 Duke is cheaper than BMW R 1250 GS by Rs. 18.75 Lakh.

Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 125 Duke?

For the Pro BS6 version, 1254 cc Petrol engine of R 1250 GS produces 136 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 143 Nm @ 6250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 2021 version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • BMW R 1250 GS
  • KTM 125 Duke
  • R 1250 GS
    BMW R GS 1250 is the best 

    Bmw r gs 1250 is the best adventure tourer bike.It gives the mileage of 15 kmpl.

    0
    Manjeeth (Top ZW Voice) 4 months ago
  • R 1250 GS
    4.2
    This bike is absolutely best 

    This bike is absolutely best for any road (offroad and onroad) best for adventure and it's comfortable

    0
    Laxman (Verified User) 6 months ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Worst platform 

    Zigwheels is the worst platform to check for any bike review.I personally do not recommend checking it here.Most of its reviews is done by those people who don't even on the bike.

    1
    Rahul (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Mind blowing 

    Firstly in look it is mind blowing.In performance is top notch, Very comfortable, Very hard build quality at it's the best.

    1
    Krishna (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Perfect bike 

    An amazing bike for commute in the city, Has a very good mileage especially for the city commute.For a bike for such a low cost i have to say its the perfect bike for the price.The braking system is amazing.It has disk brakes with abs in the front and disk brakes in the rear wheels.I would suggest this bike if you are on a tight budget and want more mileage.

    0
    Anonymous 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Have been using a grazia 

    Have been using a grazia since 5 years now.Not really happy with the bike.The button start won't work most of the time.I complained at the service center and they said, You have to kick start it, If you start in the morning.If you use button start all the time, It is very likely that the bike engine stops in the middle of the road.If the weather is too cold, Then kick start may not work either.Had to get it to a local garage many times to get it started.My other scooter was a scooty which worked perfectly fine in all weather.

    0
    Mohan (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Better for offroading and high power 

    After driving this 1250cc it's one of the best terrain bikes with better for offroading and high power capability. This is well known for its suspension that's fabulous. The service cost is average, and it wants some regular maintenance after 23-25 days because when you do offroading with this there are some bad effects too. Worth for money, and I will give this 4.5 out of 5.

    0
    VeerPratap (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Unusually funky 

    The bike we have here is the special 40 years anniversary edition and that’s why it comes in this unusually funky (for a gs) black and yellow colour scheme.I like most of it, And even the dull gold handlebar doesn’t look out of place, But the bright yellow handguards feel a little plasticky and their colour might be a garish for some – nothing that can’t be easily fixed with a more rugged set of aftermarket barkbusters, Though.

    0
    Jaybeer (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Low compare 

    Hello all, I have brought this bike on january 2022, This was a best mileage bike in 125cc segment.Mileage is giving 60 to 65 in eco mode and 45 to 50 in power mode.Maintenance and service cost is also very low compare to other bikes.If your thought is mileage and look means just go for it.

    0
    Shraven (Verified User) 1 year ago
  • R 1250 GS
    Dream bike 

    Super bike this is my dream bike and in future i am definitely purchase it this so cool touring bike and one off the best in his segment once who drive this then always be a fan of it

    0
    Aman (Verified User) 2 years ago
  • R 1250 GS User Reviews
  • 125 Duke
    victory under your name 

    The KTM 125 Duke is the entry-level offering in KTM's Duke range, known for its aggressive styling, sporty handling, and impressive performance for a 125cc engine. I owned it from past 2 years .The riding position is fairly upright, offering a good balance between comfort and sportiness for city riding. My KTM 125 Duke is a good option for riders searching a stylish, agile, and exciting bike for city rides and shorter rides. However my father feels uncomfortable to ride it

    0
    Anonymous 5 days ago
  • 125 Duke
    Perfect bike 

    Perfect bike i drive this bike my suggestion is very comfortable bike ❤️🫰🏻

    0
    Deewana (Verified User) 2 weeks ago
  • 125 Duke
    Varry safety 

    I have ktm moter bike because it is varry safety and good condition bike.I like ktm bike.

    1
    Nipun (Verified User) 3 weeks ago
  • 125 Duke
    victory under your name 

    My father gifted me recently KTM 125 Duke which is my dream bike from childhood . It's known for its aggressive styling, sporty handling, and powerful engine for a 125cc class machine. .It claims a mileage of around 40 kmpl which is decent in this range . It has a sportier riding posture compared to a regular commuter bike my father feels uncomfortable while. riding it . It does not conatins ABS technology which is the major comcern .

    0
    Anonymous 3 weeks ago
  • 125 Duke
    Love for the design and different look 

    I love the bike just because of look and mileage and people mostly buy for this bike for the design and look and is also affordable but is not very powerful bike. This bike is great for the middle class boy for the regular use and the gearbox is very good and the seating position is very comfortable and comes with the lot more space but is not a value for money bike. Comfort is totally enhance in this bike and can go for a long rides with this bike and comes with the single channel ABS.

    0
    Anonymous 1 month ago
  • 125 Duke
    5.0
    Nice bike in the drive carefully 

    Nice bike in the drive carefully bike is most beautiful and see the bike

    0
    Shiva (Verified User) 1 week ago
  • 125 Duke User Reviews

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