Hero Karizma XMR vs KTM 160 Duke

KTM 160 Duke Price starts at Rs. 1.83 Lakh which is Rs. 1,429 costlier than base model of Hero Karizma XMR priced at Rs. 1.81 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Hero Karizma XMR is 41.55 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 160 Duke is 36.5 kmpl. In technical specifications, Hero Karizma XMR is powered by 210 cc engine , while KTM 160 Duke is powered by 164.2 cc engine. Hero Karizma XMR is available in 4 different colours while KTM 160 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Hero Karizma XMR vs KTM 160 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Karizma XMR vs 160 Duke

Key Highlights Karizma XMR Top160 Duke STD
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm

Karizma XMR vs 160 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Karizma XMR TopKTM 160 Duke STD
Rating
81 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Hero KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR Colors
KTM 160 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,381 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,267 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,831 Karizma XMR Insurance Rs. 11,764 160 Duke Insurance
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
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Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
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Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
BS6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
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Engine Type
4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
210 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
73 mm
66 mm
Stroke
50 mm
48 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12:01
11.97 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
41.55 kmpl
36.5 kmpl

Suspension-Front
Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
815 mm
Length*Width*Height
2068*760*1110 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1357 mm
Length
2068 mm
...
Ground Clearance
160 mm
174 mm
Height
1110 mm
...
Width
760 mm
...
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
10.1 L
Kerb Weight
163.5 Kg
147 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
USB charging port
...
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
...

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Split Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
Riding Modes
...
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Additional Features/Information
...
SuperMoto Mode
Windscreen
...
Gear Position Indicator
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
...
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Side Stand Warning
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Digital
Low Oil Indicator
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Rev-happy engine, powerful enough to cruise at 110-120kmph all day ; Spacious seat, sporty, yet comfortable ergonomics ; Excellent value for money
KTM 160 Duke
  • Sporty Looks
  • A powerful engine
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Underwhelming instrument cluster ; Initial bite from the brakes could be better ; Could’ve had grippier tyres
KTM 160 Duke
  • The pillion seat is narrow
  • No traction control
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR vs KTM 160 Duke?
As per the users experiences Hero Karizma XMR is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 160 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR vs KTM 160 Duke?
The KTM 160 Duke is cheaper than Hero Karizma XMR by ₹3,941.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR vs KTM 160 Duke?
For the Top version, 210 cc Petrol engine of Karizma XMR produces 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 164.2 cc Petrol engine of 160 Duke produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Karizma XMR has better performance.

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