KTM RC 200 vs Triumph Bonneville T40

Last Updated: October 18, 2026

KTM RC 200 price starts at Rs. 2.32 Lakh, which is Rs. 23,259 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville T40, priced at Rs. 2.55 Lakh. On the performance front, the RC 200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 25 PS @ 10000 rpm and the Bonneville T40 a 350cc engine producing 29 PS @ 7000 rpm. If you're deciding between the RC 200 and Bonneville T40, the RC 200 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Bonneville T40 stands out for performance.

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RC 200 vs Bonneville T40 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM RC 200Triumph Bonneville T40
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.32 LakhRs. 2.55 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmplNot Available
Engine 199.5 cc350 cc
Max power 25 PS @ 10000 rpm29 PS @ 7000 rpm
Kerb weight 160 Kg195 Kg

RC 200 vs Bonneville T40 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 200 GP EditionTriumph Bonneville T40 T4
Rating
149 reviews
1 review
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.32 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.55 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Max Power 25 PS @ 10000 rpm 29 PS @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM RC 200 Colors
Triumph Bonneville T40 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,345 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,982 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,587 RC 200 Insurance Rs. 12,978 Bonneville T40 Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
132 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
350 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 speed
Max Power
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
29 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque
19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89.0 mm
Stroke
49 mm
56.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Not Available
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
12.1:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
35 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
35 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
27.02 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
130 mm
Suspension-Front
WP Apex USD forks, 43 mm diameter
43mm forks. 130mm wheel travel
Suspension-Rear
WP Apex Monoshock, 10 step adjustable
Twin Shock with pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
33 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70 - 17, Rear :-150/60 - 17
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70 R17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
835 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.5 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
379 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2120*818*1081 mm3
Wheelbase
1341 mm
1418 mm
Length
Not Available
2120 mm
Ground Clearance
158 mm
165 mm
Height
Not Available
1081 mm
Width
Not Available
818 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
160 Kg
195 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
255 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Split-Trellis frame (Tubular), Newly Engineered Bolt-On Subframe
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Road,Rain,Eco
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
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 ABS
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Not Available
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Roadster 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
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
Not Available
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 200
  • Sharp but forgiving handling; Meatier torque band aids overall driveability; More accessible ergonomics makes for a better all-rounder
Triumph Bonneville T40
  • Most powerful in segment at 29 PS
  • Cruise control, cornering ABS and traction control
  • 4-inch TFT with navigation
  • Liquid cooled engine
  • Low 790 mm seat height
  • Full LED lighting
KTM RC 200
  • Tyres lack edge grip, letting down the otherwise great handling package; It is a bit pricey; The edgy design is quite polarising
Triumph Bonneville T40
  • Expensive compared to rivals
  • Heavy at 195 kg
  • Tube tyres
  • Smaller service network
  • Lacks twin-cylinder character
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KTM RC 200 Vs Triumph Bonneville T40 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 200 vs Triumph Bonneville T40?
The KTM RC 200 is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville T40 by ₹23,259.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 200 vs Triumph Bonneville T40?
For the GP Edition version, 199.5 cc Petrol engine of RC 200 produces 25 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the T4 version, 350 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T40 produces 29 PS @ 7000 rpm of power and 31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque

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