Ever since KTM entered the India two-wheeler segment, it has completely changed the rules of the performance game. One of the USPs of the Austrian brand is that it has always offered feature-rich motorcycles and the European styling is cherry on the cake. The 200 Duke was the first naked motorcycle from KTM to be launched in India. For customers who were looking for an aggressive motorcycle, the 200 Duke was a perfect choice. Since then, KTM has added a number of motorcycles to the Duke family. And now, it consists of four motorcycles: 125 Duke, 200 Duke, 250 Duke and the 390 Duke.
It’s been a long time coming and we actually had to buy one to bring you this road test
October 23, 2017By Words: Alan Richard D’Cruz | Photography: Vikrant Date
Recently Asked User Questions about KTM Duke
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I need a bike for touring and city drive and stylish too so which one should I buy 200 Duke or Dominar 400?
Lohith
| 1 week ago
Duke 200 cannot be used for touring because of it's low topend but in city you will be having a blast of fun.. dominar 400 2019 has got more power now so you can feel some heat compared to older one but still you can manage in bumper to bumper traffic and on highway it shines comfortably with triple digits speed, comfort seating with relax posture and stress free engine you can tour easily... ...Read More7Reply
Rajesh
| 1 week ago
I think between 200 duke and dominor 400, dominor is far better choice. it makes way more power and is value for money 1Reply
Chhaya
| 2 days ago
KTM Duke 200 0Reply
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How many services are there in KTM Duke 125
Zigwheels
| 1 week ago
The bike requires servicing as long as it is in the use. The first service of the bike is to be done at 1000 kms or 45 days, 2nd at 7500 kms or 150 days, 3rd after 15000 kms or 240 days and later the servicing is required after every 7500 km you ride. For more information, please visit the nearest authorized service center: For new bike showrooms - https://www.zigwheels.com/bikes/dealers ...Read More4Reply
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Does Duke 200 be used for Leh Ladakh ride?
Zigwheels
| 2 weeks ago
The KTM Duke 200's flat and wide saddle is a bit hard over for the long distance rides. Its perfectly positioned footpegs and flat saddle are comfortable for everyday city commutes. Though its 199cc 4-valve single cylinder liquid-cooled DOHC engine churns out 25PS of power at 10,000rpm and 19Nm of torque at 8,000rpm, you may feel a bit low while touring on the highways. For more, click on the below link to check out the detailed review on KTM Duke 200: https://www.zigwheels.com/reviews-advice/reviews/ktm-200-duke-road-test/12452/ ...Read More2Reply
Karan
| 2 weeks ago
Depending for your riding 0Reply
Sandeep
| 1 week ago
Yes 1Reply
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Scouting replacement for my 350cc motorcycle. Max budget 3l on road. Must have minimum 800mm seat height. Reliability is of utmost importance on 1500km every month city-highway runs. Which is best, or wait for upcoming launches?
LIFE
| 2 weeks ago
Well well I prefer any bike with lower displacement will make better choice if milage is concerned. I have duke 390 best in segment but the milage is pretty less. If uh have proper budget go for dominar 400UG , Both bikes are pretty same i prefer dominar over my duke 390 as the milage is bit better and also the weight keeps bike stable on highways. The duke sometimes wobble at high speeds ...Read More1Reply
Mayank
| 2 weeks ago
Go for Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X its a perfect bike for your wishlist 1Reply
Oommen
| 2 weeks ago
KTM 390 is reliable and most powerful bike in India, in 3 lakh rupees category. 1Reply
Gaurav
| 2 weeks ago
Duke 390 suits your requirement very well. meets all your requirement 0Reply
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What is the service interval of Duke 125?
Zigwheels
| 3 weeks ago
The 1st service of the bike is be done approximately after 1000kms or 45 days, 2nd service at the 7500kms or 150 days, 3rd service at 15000kms or 240 days and 4th service after 7500kms from the 3rd service and in every interval. Moreover, for the exact information, you may get in touch with the nearest authorised service center for further assistance.Click here for the dealership: https://www.zigwheels.com/bikes/dealers/KTM ...Read More1Reply
Virendra
| 3 weeks ago
The first service is after 1000kms.. Rest i dnt knw 1Reply
J
| 3 weeks ago
Yes about thousand km 0Reply
Robin
| 1 week ago
Yes 0Reply
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Which is better KTM 200 Duke or Yamaha MT-15?
Lohith
| 1 month ago
Go for Ktm duke 200, it is an ageless design even after 6 years it is still an head turner.. It is better in all aspects compared to Mt15... Duke 200 has got the aggressive engine and shines in low-end like no other bike in that segment... The USD @ front and monoshock @ back with combination of great wider tyres gives you great handling.... the seating position is unique and comfortable though & instantly you'll be falling in love... The mileage is also good gives u around 28-32kmpl if you good @ throttle sometimes you can make out 35kmpl if drive so neatly...Read More3Reply
Karthik
| 1 month ago
In terms of power, KTM stands in the lead. But when it comes to linear power delivery and smooth engine performance, MT-15 is better. And coming to mileage, MT-15 gives better than that of duke 200. Service is a bit on higher side in duke 200 after a year of purchase. ...Read More1Reply
Harsha
| 1 month ago
If you need both style, good power and mileage go for mt-25 if you need style,more power, don't think about mileage go for duke 1Reply
Rajesh
| 1 month ago
Just count the number of votes for ktm vs mt-15 you will know. my vote is for ktm btw 1Reply
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