Comparing the KTM 160 DUKE and the Nightster 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 Nightster is priced at ₹1,351,000. On the engine front, the KTM 160 DUKE comes with a 164.2 cc unit compared to the Nightster's 975 cc, producing 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm and 89 HP (66 kW) @ 7,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 36.5 kmpl for the KTM 160 DUKE versus 18.18 Kmpl for the Nightster. 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 | Liquid‑cooled |
| Displacement | 164.2 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Type | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine | Revolution Max 975T V‑twin (DOHC, VVT) |
| Power | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm | 89 HP (66 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm | 95 Nm @ 5,750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10.1 L | 11.7 L |
| Mileage | 36.5 kmpl | 18.18 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 147 | 221 |
| Seat Height | 815 | 705 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Dual‑channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm | Disc |
| Front Suspension | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm | 41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps. |
| Rear Brake | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm | Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm | Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment. |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 110/70 - 17 | 100/90‑19 Dunlop® Harley‑Davidson Series bias |
| Rear Tyre | 140/60 - R17 | 150/80-16 Dunlop® Harley‑Davidson Series bias |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Bias‑ply 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 | — |
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| Cluster | LCD Speedo | Semi‑digital (Std), Digital (Special) |
| Color Options | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue | Vivid BlackDark Billiard GrayWhiskey FireSnake Venom |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 | STD | 1454000 Special | 1538000 |
| Starter | Self Start Only | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6‑speed manual |
