The KTM 200 Duke is one of the most easily recognisable names in the segment, and targets buyers who expect more than just everyday usability. It carries a price tag of Rs 2.06 lakh (ex-showroom), and has a performance-focused setup expected from a modern street bike. But what exactly will you get from the KTM 200 Duke at this price? From the engine and suspension hardware to the features and braking setup, here is a closer look at the 200 Duke.
KTM 200 Duke: Design And Colours
The 200 Duke instantly catches the attention as KTM’s aggressive streetfighter. With its exposed split-trellis frame and chiselled fuel tank, it stands out in the competition with a distinctive appearance. At the front, it gets twin LED headlights. The bike rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels. KTM has also equipped the bike with an 822mm saddle height and 155mm of ground clearance. It has a fuel tank capacity of 13.5 litres.
The fuel tank is contoured to offer knee support for the rider, and the seat is split into two sections to comfortably accommodate both the rider and a pillion passenger. The KTM200 Duke is available in four colour options: Electronic Orange, Dark Galvano, Atlantic Blue, and Silver Metallic.
KTM 200 Duke: Features
The 200 Duke has a 5-inch colour TFT instrument cluster, which supports Bluetooth connectivity and KTM My Ride functionality. It has a kerb weight of 159 kg, full-LED lighting, and SuperMoto ABS. The bike also gets a four-way menu switch on the left handlebar for accessing various functions.
KTM 200 Duke: Engine And Suspension
The Duke packs a 199.5cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine that produces 25hp at 10,000rpm and 19.3Nm at 8,000rpm, and is mated to a six-speed gearbox. The bike features 43mm WP APEX upside-down forks at the front. It uses a WP APEX monoshock with 10-step adjustment at the rear. For braking, KTM has equipped the bike with a 300mm front disc with a radially mounted four-piston calliper and a 230mm rear disc with a floating calliper. The dual-channel ABS is standard, with the SuperMoto mode providing the option to disengage rear ABS intervention.