The entry-level 125 Duke was recently removed from KTM Indian’s model lineup in the nation. The comparatively larger 160 Duke is intended to replace the bike. The firm has now hinted to a new bike, most likely the entry-level Duke discussed earlier. In August, the newest member of the Duke family will be introduced. The 160 Duke is intended for the home market and will not be a worldwide product like the 125 Duke.
The goal of the motorbike bearing the name of the Austrian manufacturer is to take advantage of the popularity of the 160–200 cc market. When it launches, it will face competition from other models in the same segment, including as the Yamaha MT-15, Honda CB Hornet 2.0, and TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. Pricing, however, will be a crucial consideration given how competitive this market is. The fact that the 160 Duke will serve as the stepping stone in the Duke dynasty makes this even more important.
The previous entry-gate into the Duke lineup before the 160 Duke was the 125 Duke, which was discontinued because of low sales. In which the pricing of the motorcycle probably played a major role. Hence, this time, the brand has to get it right to ensure that the new bike attracts buyers.
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The KTM 160 Duke’s specifications are yet unknown. Nonetheless, a 160 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine is what we may anticipate. The output of this unit is probably going to be about 20 horsepower. In order to preserve the KTM features, the hardware will probably be taken from the 200 Duke.
The bike is also anticipated to feature the streetfighter look and long headlamps that are hallmark of the Duke family. Additionally, it may receive a digital instrument cluster, which would enable Bluetooth connectivity and other capabilities.
