Comparing the KTM 160 DUKE and the BMW S 1000 R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 160 DUKE comes with a 164.2 cc unit compared to the BMW S 1000 R's 999 cc, producing 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm and 125 kW (170 hp) at 11,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 36.5 kmpl for the KTM 160 DUKE versus 16 kmpl for the BMW S 1000 R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Oil/water cooling |
| Displacement | 164.2 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Type | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine | four-cylinder, four-stroke inline engine with four valves per cylinder |
| Power | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm | 125 kW (170 hp) at 11,000 rpm |
| Torque | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm | 114 Nm @ 9,250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.1 L | 16.5 L |
| Mileage | 36.5 kmpl | 16 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 147 | 199 |
| Seat Height | 815 | 830 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm | Disc Front Brake Size 320 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston |
| Front Suspension | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable |
| Rear Brake | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm | Disc Rear Brake Size 220 mm Caliper - Rear 1 Piston |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm | Aluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preload |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 110/70 - 17 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 140/60 - R17 | 190/55 - ZR17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED HEADLAMP | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron | 12 V / 8 Ah |
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| Cluster | LCD Speedo | Fully digital display with speedometer, tachometer, ride data |
| Color Options | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue | Blackstorm metallicLight whiteBluefire/Mugiallo Yellow |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Electronic fuel injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 | Standard | 2127000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels |
| Starter | Self Start Only | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6-speed manual |









