Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the KTM 160 DUKE side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the KTM 160 DUKE's 164.2 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 36.5 kmpl for the KTM 160 DUKE. 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 | 84.9 cc | 164.2 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 19 Ps @ 9500 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 15.5 Nm at 7500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 10.1 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 36.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 147 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 815 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | Disc, Radial caliper, 320mm |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | USD Front Fork, 138.2 mm |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Disc, Floating caliper, 230mm |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | Monoshock Suspension, 160.98 mm |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 110/70 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 140/60 - R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED HEADLAMP |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12 V 8 AH Maintenance free Exide/Amaron |
| Bike Image 1 | — |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Cluster | — | LCD Speedo |
| Color Options | Orange | Electronic OrangeSilver Metallic MatteAtlantic Blue |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | STD | 174368 TFT | 182360 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Self Start Only |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |







