KTM RC 160 vs MX Moto M16

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

MX Moto M16 price starts at Rs. 1.98 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,311 cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 160, priced at Rs. 2.00 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the RC 160 returns a claimed 36 kmpl, while the M16 offers a claimed 160-220 km/charge. On the performance front, the RC 160 uses a 164.2cc engine producing 19 PS @ 9500 rpm and the M16 a 3.96Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the RC 160 and M16, the M16 is the better pick for affordability.

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RC 160 vs M16 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM RC 160MX Moto M16
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.00 LakhRs. 1.98 Lakh
Mileage / Range 36 kmpl160-220 km/charge
Engine / Battery 164.2 cc3.96 Kwh
Max power / Motor 19 PS @ 9500 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 155 KgNot Available

RC 160 vs M16 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 160 STDMX Moto M16 STD
Rating
1 review
2 reviews
Brand Name KTM MX Moto
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.98 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Not Available
Max Power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
KTM RC 160 Colors
MX Moto M16 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
Range Not Available 160-220 km/charge
Charging Time Not Available 5-6 Hr
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 2.78/km Rs. 0.16/km
EMI
Rs. 5,484 @ 6% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 12,058 RC 160 Insurance Rs. 6,741 M16 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
118 kmph
80 km/Hr
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Motor Torque
Not Available
140 Nm @ 580 rpm
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Not Available
Engine Displacement
164.2 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
6 Speed
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
Not Available
1
Max Power
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Not Available
Bore
66 mm
Not Available
Stroke
48 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Hub Motor
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Ignition
Inductive
Not Available
Compression Ratio
11.97:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
36 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
0.12
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm
Not Available

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, , Rear :-140/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear 431.8 mm
Tyre Make
MRF
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
148 kg
Not Available
Seat height
830 mm
Not Available
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Gross Weight
305 kg
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
1.4 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1965*701*1150 mm3
1250*745*1165 mm3
Wheelbase
1347 mm
1480 mm
Length
1965 mm
1250 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
Not Available
Height
1150 mm
1165 mm
Width
701 mm
745 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L
Not Available
Kerb Weight
155 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Li-ion
Motor Type
Not Available
BLDC
Motor Power
Not Available
4 kW
Claimed range
Not Available
160-220 km/charge
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
Not Available
5 Hours - 6 Hours
Range
Not Available
160-220 km/charge
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Not Available
Yes
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
3.96 Kwh
Charging Time
Not Available
5-6 Hr
Charging Time(0-80%)
Not Available
3 Hr (0 - 90%)

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Highly Resistant Metal
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Off-Road,Super Moto
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Ride Modes - Eco | Comfort | Sport | Turbo, Park Assist, 80 amp high efficiency controller
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Split handle bar
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Electric Bikes, Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
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 160
  • Sporty, race-focused styling
  • Powerful and high-revving engine
KTM RC 160
  • Narrow pillion seat
  • No traction control
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Which bike is best between KTM RC 160 vs MX Moto M16?
As per the users experiences KTM RC 160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and performance in your bike. On the basis of comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 160 vs MX Moto M16?
The MX Moto M16 is cheaper than KTM RC 160 by ₹2,311.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 160 vs MX Moto M16?
As per the users experiences the KTM RC 160 has better performance.

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