The Duke 200 is a popular sports bike, well known for its amalgam of power and fashionably advanced features. KTM Duke 200 ₹2.21 Lakh-ex-parts is amongst the most sought-after bikes in the segment for bikers looking for an exhilarating riding experience.
The Duke 200 had an edge over other bikes in its class because it was powered by a 199.5 cc engine with 24.67 bhp. Here we will go through specifications, features, and all other important details of this motorcycle.
KTM Duke 200 Features and Specifications
Engine
Capacity: The KTM Duke 200 sips power from a 199.5 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled DOHC with FI. This setup is unmistakably high-performance, ensuring efficient delivery of output.
Power and Torque: It churns out a thrashing 24.67 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 19.3 Nm at 8,000 rpm-a really rip-roaring drive, if you will.
Transmission: It has 6-speed transmission, which is smooth and quick in gear shifts. It is ideal for riding through city roads or for spirited rides.
Fuel Economy: The fuel economy of the Duke 200 is about 35 kmpl, which again is fairly decent as a sports bike in this category.
Safety Features
Braking System: KTM Duke 200 has a dual-channel ABS. It enhances the stability and, at the same time, prevents the wheels from locking up during sudden stops.
Additional Safety: AHO for more visibility, hazard warning indicator, LED turn signals are on the bike, along with a wet multi-plate slipper clutch. The clutch prevents rear-wheel lockup during aggressive downshifts.
Dimensions and Weight
Seat Height: The seat height is 822 mm, thereby providing ample comfort to the riding position for the majority of the riders, and a good control over the bike.
Kerb Weight: At 159 kg, the Duke 200 strikes a balance between agility and stability-slit through traffic with ease, or feel planted while cruising on the highway.
Dimensions: The overall dimensions of the bike consist of length – 2072 mm, width – 831 mm, height – 1109 mm and wheelbase – 1357 mm. It also features a ground clearance of 155 mm, which enables the bike to take rough terrain in full stride.
Comfort and Convenience
Suspension System: The front suspension of Duke 200 comes with WP APEX forks, with the diameter size of 43mm while the rear comes with WP APEX monoshock that provides 10-step adjustment.
This fork geometry has been designed to be able to damp every bump and oscillation on the road.
Seat and Ergonomics: It comes with a split seat, where both rider and pillion enjoy greater comfort. Other comfort features include digital instrument console, average speed indicator, low battery and low oil indicators, and also a side stand indicator.
Fuel Tank Capacity: A 13.4-litre fuel tank is what the Duke 200 sports, serving its purpose adequately in terms of decent range between refuels.
Body and Design
Frame: The Duke 200 comes out of the showroom based on a tubular, split-trellis frame design, balancing rigidity and strength while maintaining the bike as light.
Tyres and Wheels: Alloy wheels with radial tires, 110/70-17 in the front and 150/60-17 at the back, promise grip and excellent handling.
Lighting: It also has an LED turn signal and LED headlight integrated with AHO, giving that sleek look to the overall appearance and safety.
Price
Price: KTM Duke 200: The base price of the KTM Duke 200 in India is ₹2.21 Lakh. A single variant is offered for sale, the STD.
The immediate competitors of the Duke 200 include
Yamaha MT 15 V2, Yamaha R15 V4, Bajaj Pulsar NS200, KTM 250 Duke, KTM RC 200, and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. With all of these bikes having a unique feature-performance combination, they will differently appeal to a customer. However, the KTM Duke stands apart because of its inimitable styling combined with advanced technology.