KTM 200 Duke vs KTM RC 160

Last Updated: August 24, 2026

KTM RC 160 price starts at Rs. 2.00 Lakh, which is Rs. 4,274 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 200 Duke, priced at Rs. 2.05 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 200 Duke offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the RC 160 delivers 36 kmpl. On the performance front, the 200 Duke uses a 199.5cc engine producing 25 PS @ 10000 rpm and the RC 160 a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 200 Duke and RC 160, the RC 160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 200 Duke stands out for performance.

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200 Duke vs RC 160 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 200 DukeKTM RC 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.05 LakhRs. 2.00 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl36 kmpl
Engine 199.5 cc164.2 cc
Max power 25 PS @ 10000 rpm19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 159 Kg155 Kg

200 Duke vs RC 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 200 Duke STDKTM RC 160 STD
Rating
136 reviews
1 review
Brand Name KTM KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 25 PS @ 10000 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 200 Duke Colors
KTM RC 160 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. 5,601 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,484 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,130 200 Duke Insurance Rs. 12,058 RC 160 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
118 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4-Valve, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
25 PS @ 10000 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
19.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
66 mm
Stroke
49 mm
48 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Inductive
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
11.97:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
36 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
0.12
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
30-35 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 , Rear :-150/60-17
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 Make
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
148 kg
Seat height
822 mm
830 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.7 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
305 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1.4 L
Length*Width*Height
2072*831*1109 mm3
1965*701*1150 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1347 mm
Length
2072 mm
1965 mm
Ground Clearance
155 mm
168 mm
Height
1109 mm
1150 mm
Width
831 mm
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.5 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
159 Kg
155 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

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

Frame Type
Split - Steel Trellis Frame Tubular , ( Bolt On Sub-Frame )
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Off-Road,Super Moto
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Super Moto Mode ABS
Not Available
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Split handle bar
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
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
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM RC 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control

Is KTM RC 160 Better Than KTM 200 Duke?

100% users have chosen KTM RC 160 over KTM 200 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 234 users have also rated KTM RC 160 and KTM 200 Duke on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
KTM RC 160 has out rated KTM 200 Duke on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor RC 160 200 Duke
Mileage 5.0 3.6
Performance 5.0 4.1
Comfort 5.0 4.1
Maintenance 5.0 3.6
Features 5.0 3.6
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KTM 200 Duke Vs KTM RC 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 200 Duke vs KTM RC 160?
KTM RC 160 has out rated KTM 200 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 200 Duke vs KTM RC 160?
The KTM RC 160 is cheaper than KTM 200 Duke by ₹4,274.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 200 Duke vs KTM RC 160?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 164.2 cc Petrol engine of RC 160 produces 19 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 200 Duke has better performance.

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