One of the best bikes in the 160cc segment, KTM Duke 160, has finally launched in India. This sporty beast is priced at ₹1.85 lakh (ex-showroom), and on the way to becoming the most affordable KTM naked bike in India, without cutting corners on performance or style.
Bold Entry into the 160cc Segment
This beast of a bike entered the Indian market on 11 August 2025. The KTM 160 Duke is built with one clear mission, to give Indian riders a taste of premium KTM engineering without costing them too much. And guess what, KTM is doing all these while competing with goliaths of this market such as Yamaha MT-15, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, and Honda CB Hornet 2.0.
Performance & Engine Specs
Moving on to the performance and engine specifications of KTM 160 Duke.
| Engine Type | Liquid Cooled, 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine |
| Max Power | 19 PS @ 9500 rpm |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.1 L |
| Displacement | 164.2 cc |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Maximum Torque | 15.5 Nm @ 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Supply | Fuel Injection |
| Stroke | 48 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.97:1 |
| Emission Type | BS 6-2.0 |
Apart from all that, this bike has WP Apex USD forks up front and a monoshock at the rear and a lightweight split steel trellis frame, similar to the KTM 200 Duke.
Specifications of KTM Duke 160cc
- Brakes
There are a lot of things to talk about in the KTM Duke 160cc, starting from its braking system. It is equipped with a 320 mm front disc and a 230 mm rear disc, supported by dual-channel ABS as standard.
- LCD Instrument Cluster
Apart from this, Duke 160 offers riders a 5-inch LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, enabling turn-by-turn navigation, call and music controls, and smartphone notifications.
- Design and Style
And if we talk about the design and looks of KTM Duke 160cc then it won’t be enough to specify it as a naked bike only as it boasts an aggressive, muscular stance with sharp tank shrouds, exposed frame elements, and minimal overhangs. Managing all these by staying true to the KTM’s streetfighter DNA.
Launch of KTM Duke 160
To reclaim the throne of the best naked sports bike of the Indian streets KTM has launched the Duke 160 on 11th of August in 3 color variants – Electronic Orange, Atlantic Blue and Metallic Matt. Many of the Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities have been seeing a lot of crowds going behind this beast. With its launch Duke 160 is set to take on Yamaha MT15 and RC 160.
As of now the bike is launched at a price of 1.85 lakhs(Ex-showroom), nearly making it 15,000 more expensive than Yamaha MT15 V2 which is not too much keeping in mind that it is made with a point of view of providing more power and features to its owner, this also makes it a prime competitor of Yamaha MT15 and RC 160.
Conclusion
The KTM Duke 160cc is a complete package for any bike enthusiast, offering premium engineering, segment-leading performance, advanced features, and head-turning design at a price point that no one will think of in the entire market. Whether you are a daily commuter or someone who lives by the bikes, KTM Duke 160cc’s perfect blend of excitement and practicality is everything you need.
