KTM 160 Duke vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

KTM 160 Duke price starts at Rs. 1.84 Lakh, which is Rs. 46,845 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the 160 Duke uses a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 160 Duke and YZF-R2, the 160 Duke is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF-R2 stands out for performance.

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160 Duke vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 160 DukeYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.84 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 36.5 kmplNot Available
Engine 164.2 cc204 cc
Max power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 147 Kg149 Kg

160 Duke vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 160 Duke STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
3 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name KTM Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.84 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 160 Duke Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,291 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,778 160 Duke Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure
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Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
164.2 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
66 mm
66 mm
Stroke
48 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.97 : 1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
36.5 kmpl
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-140/60-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
815 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
174 mm
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
Not Available
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.1 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
147 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
SuperMoto Mode
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 160 Duke
  • Sporty Looks
  • A powerful engine
KTM 160 Duke
  • The pillion seat is narrow
  • No traction control
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KTM 160 Duke Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 160 Duke vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences KTM 160 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 160 Duke vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The KTM 160 Duke is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹46,845.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 160 Duke vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 160 Duke has better performance.

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