KTM launches its most affordable motorcycle in India

KTM The Duke 125 could unleash a new performance segment in the 125cc space when it became popular in India

KTM India introduced the Duke 125 in the domestic market at a price of 1,18,163 Rs (ex-showroom, New Delhi) yesterday right A few days ago, after launching the Duke 200 ABS, the Duke 125 is the entry-level model of the Austrian bicycle manufacturer in India and the first 125cc bike to be equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). [19659004] The Bajaj-owned company opted for a standard single-channel ABS system because the Duke 125 is relatively expensive for a 125cc model, even though it is the most powerful of this capability. To the great disappointment of many enthusiasts, the Duke 125 does the elegant exterior design adopted from its bigger brother 390 for India. [19659004] Its aggressive exterior is one of the leading USP on the international market, but to keep costs down, KTM has decided to base itself on the Duke 200. The Duke 200 has not received its update from new generation like the Duke 250 and Duke 390, the Duke 125 must stick to a cleaner look in comparison (latest generation overall version).

It bodes well for smaller models. The athletic ability naked however and to have a differentiation between the two, KTM applied new graphics as well as colors. With regard to the very important powertrain, the Duke 125 is powered by the liquid-cooled 124cc single cylinder fuel injector unit, which is sufficient to produce a maximum output of 14.3 hp at 9,250 rpm and 12 Nm of maximum torque supplied high model at high speed at 8000 rpm.

It is connected to a six-speed transmission. KTM has ensured that the Duke 125 gets the best suspension and the best brakes to justify its price. The most affordable KTM in the Indian market is suspended from a 43mm inverted front fork and a single rear shock installation. In addition, a 300 mm front disc and a 230 mm rear disc perform braking tasks.

With a high-performance equipment, a seat height of 818 mm and a curb weight of less than 148 kg, the Duke 125 is indeed a force with which to count its segment. However, because of its price, its main competitors are the ABS Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and ABS Apache RTR 200 4V TVS, which offer more performance and equipment.

Deliveries of the KTM Duke 125 are expected to begin in December or early next year. year and it could trigger a new breed of performance bikes in the 125 cc space. Would you like to consider the Duke 125 as an attractive proposition for its price or rather opt for a bare 200 cm³? Express your opinion below!