KTM 250 Duke vs KTM RC 160

KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.27 Lakh which is Rs. 26,514 costlier than base model of KTM RC 160 priced at Rs. 2.01 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM RC 160 is 36 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 250 Duke is powered by 249.07 cc engine , while KTM RC 160 is powered by 164.2 cc engine. KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 different colours while KTM RC 160 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison KTM 250 Duke vs KTM RC 160 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

250 Duke vs RC 160

Key Highlights 250 Duke STDRC 160 STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm

250 Duke vs RC 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDKTM RC 160 STD
Rating
101 reviews
1 review
Brand Name KTM KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 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. 6,223 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,498 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,512 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 12,066 RC 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
...
Claimed Top Speed
148 kmph
118 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
BS6.2
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
164.2 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
66 mm
Stroke
61.1 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
...
Inductive
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
11.97:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
36 kmpl

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 Preload Adjustable
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
...
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
...
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
...
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
...
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
...
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
...
148 kg
Seat height
820 mm
830 mm
Load carrying capacity
...
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
...
Gross Weight
...
305 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
...
1.4 L
Length*Width*Height
...
1965*701*1150 mm3
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1347 mm
Length
...
1965 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
168 mm
Height
...
1150 mm
Width
...
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
155 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
...
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
Riding Modes
Track,Street
Off-Road,Super Moto
Low battery alert
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
...
Engine Temperature Indicator
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Additional Features/Information
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
...
Windscreen
...
Gear Position Indicator
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
...
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
Handlebar type
...
Split handle bar
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
Switchable ABS
...

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
KTM RC 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control
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KTM 250 Duke Vs KTM RC 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Duke vs KTM RC 160?
KTM RC 160 has out rated KTM 250 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs KTM RC 160?
The KTM RC 160 is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by ₹26,514.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs KTM RC 160?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Duke produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 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 250 Duke has better performance.

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