KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Tiger 1200

Triumph Tiger 1200 Price starts at Rs. 19.39 Lakh which is Rs. 17.38 Lakh costlier than base model of KTM RC 160 priced at Rs. 2.01 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM RC 160 is 36 kmpl whereas the mileage of Triumph Tiger 1200 is 18.8 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM RC 160 is powered by 164.2 cc engine , while Triumph Tiger 1200 is powered by 1160 cc engine. KTM RC 160 is available in 3 different colours while Triumph Tiger 1200 comes with 5 colours. The Comparison KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

RC 160 vs Tiger 1200

Key Highlights RC 160 STDTiger 1200 GT Pro
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm 150 PS @ 9000 rpm

RC 160 vs Tiger 1200 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 160 STDTriumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro
Rating
1 review
6 reviews
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.01 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 19 PS @ 9500 rpm 150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM RC 160 Colors
Triumph Tiger 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 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. 5,498 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 53,089 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,066 RC 160 Insurance Rs. 46,095 Tiger 1200 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
...
Valves (per cylinder)
...
4
Claimed Top Speed
118 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
BS6.2
BS6.2
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
164.2 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
19 PS @ 9500 rpm
150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
66 mm
90 mm
Stroke
48 mm
60.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Inductive
...
Compression Ratio
11.97:1
13.2:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
36 kmpl
18.8 kmpl

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 37 mm diameter, Travel - 130 mm
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. Wheel Travel 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Canister Monoshock, 6 step Adjustable, Travel - 165 mm
Wheel Travel 200 mm Showa semi-active damping monoshock with automatic electronic preload adjustment and New Active Preload Reduction feature. Depending on the combined weight of rider, pillion and lu

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, , Rear :-140/60-17
Front :-120/70-19,Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Make
MRF
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
148 kg
...
Seat height
830 mm
850 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
...
Gross Weight
305 kg
...
Engine Oil Capacity
1.4 L
...
Length*Width*Height
1965*701*1150 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1347 mm
1560 mm
Length
1965 mm
...
Ground Clearance
168 mm
...
Height
1150 mm
1436 mm
Width
701 mm
849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
155 Kg
246 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
282 mm

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

Cruise Control
...
Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular), (Sub Frame - Newly engineered bolt-on subframe)
Tubular steel frame, with forged aluminium outriggers. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
...
Riding Modes
Off-Road,Super Moto
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
...
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
...
Hill Hold
...
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Windscreen
Gear Position 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 Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Service Due Indicator
...

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
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
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Q. Which is best for long journeys, Tiger 1200 or BMW GS1200? Which one I should buy?
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KTM RC 160 Vs Triumph Tiger 1200 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
As per the users experiences KTM RC 160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
The KTM RC 160 is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 1200 by ₹17.38 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
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. Whereas for the GT Pro version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 1200 produces 150 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 130 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM RC 160 has better performance.

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