Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs KTM 200 Duke

Last Updated: August 16, 2026

KTM 200 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.06 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.43 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Versys X 300, priced at Rs. 3.49 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Versys X 300 offers a claimed 24.39 kmpl, while the 200 Duke delivers 35 kmpl. On the performance front, the Versys X 300 uses a 296cc engine producing 40 PS @ 11500 rpm and the 200 Duke a 199.5cc engine producing 25 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Versys X 300 and 200 Duke, the 200 Duke is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Versys X 300 stands out for performance.

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Versys X 300 vs 200 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Versys X 300KTM 200 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.49 LakhRs. 2.06 Lakh
Mileage 24.39 kmpl35 kmpl
Engine 296 cc199.5 cc
Max power 40 PS @ 11500 rpm25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 179 Kg159 Kg

Versys X 300 vs 200 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Versys X 300 (2025)KTM 200 Duke STD
Rating
1 review
136 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.49 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.06 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI
Max Power 40 PS @ 11500 rpm 25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Versys X 300 Colors
KTM 200 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,556 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,629 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,559 Versys X 300 Insurance Rs. 12,147 200 Duke Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC
Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI
Engine Displacement
296 cc
199.5 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
40 PS @ 11500 rpm
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
26 Nm @ 10000 rpm
19.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
62 mm
72 mm
Stroke
49 mm
49 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
11.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
24.39 kmpl
35 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
30-35 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Bottom-link Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 148 mm
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-130/80-17
Front :-110/70-17 , Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
815 mm
822 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.7 L
Length*Width*Height
2170*860*1390 mm3
2072*831*1109 mm3
Wheelbase
1450 mm
1357 mm
Length
2170 mm
2072 mm
Ground Clearance
180 mm
155 mm
Height
1390 mm
1109 mm
Width
860 mm
831 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
13.5 L
Kerb Weight
179 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
290 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Backbone, High Tensile Steel
Split - Steel Trellis Frame Tubular , ( Bolt On Sub-Frame )
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Super Moto Mode ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Off Road Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Km / 2 months
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Km / 5 months
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Km / 8 months

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Versys X 300
  • Unique styling
  • Pliant suspension setup
Kawasaki Versys X 300
  • Quite expensive for a 300cc
  • Limited reach and availability
  • Kawasaki service is known to be expensive
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Kawasaki Versys X 300 Vs KTM 200 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs KTM 200 Duke?
Kawasaki Versys X 300 has out rated KTM 200 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs KTM 200 Duke?
The KTM 200 Duke is cheaper than Kawasaki Versys X 300 by ₹1.43 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Versys X 300 vs KTM 200 Duke?
For the (2025) version, 296 cc Petrol engine of Versys X 300 produces 40 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 26 Nm @ 10000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of 200 Duke produces 25 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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