Comparing the KTM 160 DUKE and the Hero PASSION+ side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the KTM 160 DUKE is available at a price on request, while the Hero PASSION+ is priced at ₹79,500. On the engine front, the KTM 160 DUKE comes with a 164.2 cc unit compared to the Hero PASSION+'s 97.2 cc, producing 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm and 5.9 kW @ 8,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 36.5 kmpl for the KTM 160 DUKE versus 84 Kmpl for the Hero PASSION+. 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 | Air Cooled |
| Displacement | 164.2 cc | 97.2 cc |
| Engine Type | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine | Air cooled, 4 stroke |
| Power | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm | 5.9 kW @ 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.1 L | 11 litres |
| Mileage | 36.5 kmpl | 84 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 147 | 115 |
| Seat Height | 815 | 790 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | No, IBS |
| Front Brake | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm | Drum 130 mm |
| Front Suspension | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm | Telescopic |
| Rear Brake | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm | Drum 130 mm with IBS |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm | Twin Tube |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 110/70 - 17 | 80/100 - 18 |
| Rear Tyre | 140/60 - R17 | 80/100 - 18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED HEADLAMP | LED Headlamp w/ DRL |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron | 12V-3Ah MF Battery |
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| Cluster | LCD Speedo | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Color Options | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue | Sports Red BlackBlack Nexus BlueBlack Heavy GreyBlack Brown Stripes |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 | STD | 80328 |
| Starter | Self Start Only | Kick and Self Start |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | Constant mesh, 4 speed |










