Best 200cc Bikes in India 2023-24 – Price, Mileage, Specifications, Colours, Images

With more young riders graduating up from their 150-160cc bikes to 200cc segment, manufacturers are launching new and updated bikes to cater to the rising demand. This segment is made especially for performance motorcycle enthusiasts. If you are looking forward to fuel efficiency, you better go with small capacity bikes in the market. Here we will discuss about the best 200cc bikes in India that are available for purchase in 2022-23. Take a look at the 200cc bikes price list in India.

Best 200cc Bikes Price List in India

Model	Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)
Hero Xpulse 200T	₹124,396
TVS Apache 200 4V	₹139,690
Hero Xtreme 200S	₹134,360
Hero Xpulse 200 4V	₹137,496
Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise	₹138,368
Bajaj Pulsar NS 200	₹140,666
TVS Ronin	₹ 149,000
Bajaj Pulsar RS200	₹171,021
KTM Duke 200	₹191,693
KTM RC200	₹ 214,688

The 200cc bikes are developed with performance in mind. These bikes have large 200cc engines which are mostly single cylinder in configuration and develops power ranging from modest 17 bhp to explosive 25 bhp. The main factor is the ride and the dynamics which a bike offers. Off course fuel efficiency also matters in this segment but it is not the top most priority among the riders who go with the bikes in 200cc segment.

On one side, where 150-180cc bikes were more inclined towards fuel efficiency and practicality, this segment’s top most priority is the performance, styling and fun. The fuel economy is an extra bonus for the riders. The 200cc bikes offers greater performance owing to higher power to weight ratio, better components and cycle parts. Not only these, the features on 200c bikes are a way more than we have seen in the 150-180cc bikes. You will see the expensive and precise equipment like Upside-down Forks and Fully digital instrument cluster with plethora of information.

In this list, the 200cc bikes belongs to various categories which include streetfighter, roadster, off-roading, cruising, sports and track focused machine. The higher the engine capacity, the higher is the requirement for safety. Therefore, the manufacturers take this their responsibility to offer safe bikes in 200cc segment. Speaking about the ABS, most bikes still get a single channel unit in a bid to keep the cost in check. The price range of 200cc bikes starts from Rs 1.37 lakh and goes all the way to Rs 2.14 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi.

All the prices mentioned in this article are ex-showroom price. Ex-showroom price is never the final price of any bike. You have to pay the RTO tax and Bike insurance to make the bike usable for regular use.

Hero Xpulse 200T

The next bike from Hero steps into the tourer segment. The Xpulse 200T is the road touring version of the Xpulse 200. It is designed to be a comfortable bike for road touring and comes with related features. It is priced at Rs 1.24 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi making it one of the most affordable bikes to tour on. Xpulse 200T is offered in Matte Shield Gold, Sports Red and Panther Black.

Hero Xpulse 200T is powered by a 199.6cc, air and oil-cooled, fuel injected, 4-stroke engine that breathes through a 2-valve head. This motor churns out 17.83 bhp at 8500 rpm and 16.15 Nm at 6500 rpm. There is a 5-speed gearbox which is on the shorter side delivering a comfortable cruising speed of around 80 to 90 kmph.

Coming to the mileage, the Xpulse 200T returns around 38 kmpl of fuel economy on an average. The highway mileage is even lower than this number due to the short gear ratios the bike comes with. The 13-litre fuel tank can provide a riding range of over 480 km from a single tankful which is fantastic for an entry level tourer.

Shifting our focus on the dashboard, we find that Xpulse 200T is equipped with a fully digital instrument panel with Bluetooth connectivity. There is a speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meters, gear position indicator, service indicator etc. The Bluetooth connectivity feature includes turn by turn GPS navigation and mobile notifications right on the meter console.

The suspension system is comprised of telescopic forks at the front and monoshock suspension at the rear. This setup is calibrated for excellent low speed bump absorption and enhanced high-speed stability on the highway rides.

Bringing the bike to a halt is a 276 mm disc brake unit at the front and 220 mm disc brake at the rear. You get only one option of single-channel ABS for safer braking performance.

Hero Xpulse 200T offers upright riding posture with raised handlebar and flat single piece seat. The seats are well-padded for both the rider and the pillion. The ground clearance on the Xpulse 200T is 178 mm which is quite high and makes it safer to go off the road when necessary. Not only that, but also, the seat height is 795 mm making it accessible for short riders as well.

Model	Hero Xpulse 200T
Engine	199.6 cc
Cooling	Oil-Cooled
Power	17.83 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	16.15 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Gearbox	5-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	100/80-17
Rear Tyre	130/70 -R17
Front Brake	Disc – 276mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 220mm
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	154 kg
Fuel Tank	13 Ltr
Mileage	38 kmpl
Top Speed	110 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹124,396

TVS Apache 200 4V

Up next, we present you the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V streetfighter motorcycle in the 200cc segment. It is a multi-purpose bike as you can do street riding, highway riding as well as track racing on this bike. It is also more versatile machine for daily commuting as well. It gets the best suspension for tackling the potholes filled roads and also provides high speed stability on the highways and around the corners.

The Apache RTR 200 4V is propelled by an oil-cooled, fuel injected, single cylinder, 197.75cc engine that comes with a 4-valve head for better engine breathing. This engine pumps out a max power of 20.21 bhp at 8500 rpm and peak torque of 16.8 Nm which arrives at 7500 rpm. The engine is connected to a 5-speed gearbox which has shorter gear ratios to offer highest acceleration numbers.

The BS6 update caused the engine power to reduce and the torque is significantly affected with a drop of 1.3 Nm. Previously the bike’s engine developed a peak torque of 18.1 Nm and which now fell to 16.8 Nm. We expect the 0-100 kmph acceleration timing would increase by a small margin, however, the top speed of the RTR 200 4V remains the same at 127 kmph.

Riding position of Apache is mostly upright with a slight lean for sporty feel. The split seats are well-padded and provide adequate comfort if you take the bike for a long ride. Apache RTR 200 4V is good for city and highways as we already mentioned about this bike being a versatile machine.

The features department is where this bike excels. You get a fully digital instrument panel with plethora of information on offer along with Bluetooth connectivity. You get a speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge, top speed recorder, 0-60 kmph time recorder, digital clock, gear position indicator and more. You also get Bluetooth connectivity feature with the new console which provides you with nerdy details about your trips and rides. The smartphone app with deliver all these details with a single click.

Just recently the Chennai based company has launched a new flagship version of the Apache RTR 200 4V. This new variant has three different ride modes – Urban, Rain and Sport. The urban mode reduces the top speed and engine delivers power according to city usability. The ABS system, offers quicker response in this mode. The rain mode keeps the power delivery in check and make sure that ABS intervention is highest when the rain mode is selected. This way you can keep yourself safe while riding on the wet roads.

The Sport mode, on the other hand, increases the power level and ECU makes sure the ABS intervention is minimum which helps in a new rider to learn how to efficiently and safely ride on the race circuit with sharps corners. There is a separate button through which you can change the riding mode on the fly. You don’t have to switch off the engine to change the riding mode, all you have to do is press the button and change the riding mode on the go as and when you like it.

Also, you get pre-load adjustable Showa telescopic forks at the front that is a unique feature in the entire segment. The rear suspension continues to be a monoshock unit that hasn’t touched by the engineers.

Now, everyone can ride the new Apache RTR 200 4V as it gets adjustable front brake and clutch levers. With this new variant, the Apache now has a total of three variant. The most affordable is the one with single-channel ABS, second, we have a variant with normal dual-channel ABS and lastly, we have this newly launched variant where you get three riding modes. Price of the bike starts from Rs 1.39 lakh ex-showroom for the single-channel ABS version while the dual-channel version is priced at Rs 1.45 lakh ex-showroom New Delhi.

There are a number of old bikes from TVS are available in the second hand bike market if you are looking for a cheaper alternative to the new bike.

Model	TVS Apache 200 4V
Engine	197.75 cc
Cooling	Oil-Cooled
Power	20.21 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	16.8 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Gearbox	5-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	90/90-17 49P
Rear Tyre	130/70-17 M/C 62P
Front Brake	Disc – 270mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 240mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	153 kg
Fuel Tank	12 Ltr
Mileage	40 kmpl
Top Speed	127 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹139,690

Hero Xtreme 200S

After the adventure bike, Hero also offers a sports tourer in the 200cc segment. Hero Xtreme 200S is now launched in India with an upgrade BS6 engine. The bike does not get any other changes to its design of equipment list in the new BS6 avatar rather it is the same old bike. There is a bad news for the riders who were waiting for Hero to launch the Xtreme 200S in India and it is, the bike has lost both power and torque after the BS6 update.

It comes in three colours – Sports Red, Panther Black and Pearl Fadeless White.

Powering the Hero Xtreme 200S is same 199.6cc engine which now gets Hero’s programmed fuel injection system with 14 sensor Xsens technology. The air-cooled, single cylinder engine with a 2-valve head now pumps out 17.8 bhp at 8500 rpm and the max torque is reduced to 16.45 Nm which arrives at 6500 rpm. The previous iteration of the bike had better power and torque figures which are now reduced and may affect the performance of the bike.

The transmission is taken care of by a 5-speed gearbox which is a bad deal for highway touring. The performance of Xtreme 200S is regarded as average when compared to other 200cc bikes in the segment. The bike accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in about 12 seconds and goes up to a top speed of 115 kmph. The short 5^th gear and the lack of a 6^th cog is the reason why the top speed is so less for a 200cc bike.

The fuel efficiency of the Xtreme 200S is rated around 38-40 km per litre which is fine a 200cc bike. A fuel tank capacity of 12.8 litres will let you ride on the highways for about 480 km before needing to be refuelled. With high petrol price, this kind of mileage is highly required for long rides.

Speaking about the features, the Xtreme 200S comes with many of modern equipment. The instrument cluster is a fully-digital unit which offers an array of information and also provide Bluetooth connectivity with your smartphone. The speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meters and fuel gauge are usually available in other bikes as well but what Xtreme 200S offers is a gear position indicator, side stand down engine immobiliser, Bluetooth connectivity, smartphone notifications, turn by turn navigation and more. What we seek is added information about fuel consumption and distance to empty readout on the meter to complete the dash.

The bike sits on 100 and 130 section tyres at front and the rear which offer adequate grip for city and highway performance. Suspension system, on the other hand, is comprised of telescopic forks at the front and monoshock at the rear. This setup is tuned for comfortable ride and also provides good stability to the bike.

Braking performance comes from the 276 mm disc at the front and 220 mm disc at the rear gripped by 2-piston and one-piston Bybre calliper at the front and the rear respectively. A single-channel ABS is available as standard which should have been a dual-channel unit. Hero should launch a new variant of the Xtreme 200S with dual channel ABS for enhanced rider safety in the highways.

Hero Xtreme 200S offers comfortable riding posture with added windscreen visor for protection from the high-speed windblast. All these equipment favours it to be a capable sports tourer at an affordable price. The bike comes with a price tag of Rs 1.34 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi.

Model	Hero Xtreme 200S
Engine	199.6 cc
Cooling	Oil-Cooled
Power	17.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	16.45 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Gearbox	5-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	100/80X17 52P
Rear Tyre	130/70XR17 62P
Front Brake	Disc – 276mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 220mm
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	154.5 kg
Fuel Tank	12.8 Ltr
Mileage	40 kmpl
Top Speed	115 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹134,360

Hero Xpulse 200 4V

Up next, we have the Hero Xpulse 200 4V which is a proper adventure bike in India and is available at just Rs 1.37 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi. The 4-valve version of the Xpulse now generates more power and torque figures which ultimately deliver in the real-world performance. It gets a long windshield visor to protect you from high-speed windblast.

The Xpulse 200 4V gets a flat and long single piece seat which has enough room for the rider to move around while on the run. Also, the seat for the pillion also has ample space for the passenger for long distance touring. Hero has done a great job is sorting the ergonomics of the bike for the adventure lovers.

To tackle pits, rocks and the uneven terrain, the bike comes equipped with a large 21-inch front rim and 18-inch rear rim. The wheels are spoke units which are designed to absorb high impacts and get away with it. Had the bike equipped with alloy wheels, the usability and the risk of breakage would have increased exponentially on the off-road scenario.

The 199.6cc single cylinder, air and oil-cooled, engine helps in moving the bike. This motor now has programmed fuel injection system for fuelling and is compliant to BS6 emission norms. A maximum power of 18.8 bhp comes at 8500 rpm and peak twisting force is rated at 17.35 Nm peaking at 6500 rpm. There is a 5-speed gearbox which has short gears for higher torque output at the rear wheels.

Shorter gearing helps Xpulse 200 4V to tackle the off-road terrain with ease and always keeps the rider only a twist of the throttle away from instant torque in challenging situations. The foot pegs are right beneath the rider making it quite easier to ride the bike while standing up in terrain undulations.

Speaking about the mileage, the Hero Xpulse 200 is capable of returning a consistent fuel economy of over 35 kmpl on the highways and about 38 kmpl in the city. This is because of the presence of short gearing and on the highway; you will be riding the bike at around 80-100 kmph mark which is near to the bike’s top end. However, despite the low mileage, the 13-litre fuel tank capacity will easily provide you a range of about 480 km in a single tankful. The petrol price is high, so it is one of the best solutions for riders under a budget.

Coming on to the features department, the bike is blessed with a fully digital instrument panel with host of features including Bluetooth connectivity. You will get a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge and other tell-tale lights. Apart from this, the digital screen will display the notifications when you connect your smartphone with it. For easy to navigate in the regions unknown, there is turn by turn GPS navigation feature also available.

As a smart adventure tourer, the Xpulse 200 4V gets interesting colours, Trail Blue, Blitz Blue, Red Raid and White.

Choosing the Hero Xpulse 200 4V is not difficult at all, if you are into highway touring and off-road riding, you must consider Xpulse 200 as your first choice.

There is a newly launched Rally edition of the Xpulse 200 4V which comes fitted with long travel suspension, a tall 885 mm seat height, 270 mm ground clearance and fully adjustable suspension. All these features for just Rs 1.52 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi. So, if you are a hard-core off-roader, the Rally Edition is built just for you.

Model	Hero Xpulse 200 4V
Engine	199.6 cc
Cooling	Oil-Cooled
Power	18.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	17.35 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Gearbox	5-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	90/90-21 Tubed
Rear Tyre	120/80-18 Tubed
Front Brake	Disc – 276mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 220mm
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	157.5 kg
Fuel Tank	13 Ltr
Mileage	40 kmpl
Top Speed	115 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹137,496

Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise

If you are looking for a comfortable highway cruiser, then you have the best cruiser in town in the form of Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220. It is the only cruiser in this segment which can go long distances without breaking your spine. The Avenger 220 carries the same design as we have already seen on the Avenger 160. However, there are many changes done to the bike as it gets cruising friendly handlebars, fully-digital instrument panel, large windscreen visor which provides full protection from high-speed windblast.

The front positioned foot pegs and low seat high with raised handlebars provide relaxed riding posture. This way, you can ride for hundreds of kilometres without taking a break. ON top of t, the bike delivers a fuel economy of around 35 km per litre which will take you to more than 480 km in a single tankful.

The Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise is powered by an oil-cooled, 220cc, single cylinder, fuel injected engine which comes with a 2-valve head. This power plant is capable of developing a maximum power of 18.76 bhp at 8500 rpm and a peak torque of 17.55 Nm comes at 7000 rpm. The engine is paired to a 5-speed gearbox which is specifically tuned for highway cruising. With the above-mentioned power figure, you can easily cruise at 100 kmph all day long without overheating the engine and without pain in your spine.

In the features department, the bike comes loaded with a fully-digital instrument cluster that shows all the important information like Speed, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge and a digital clock. However, being a cruiser motorcycle, the bike missed out on several features that should have been made available in the BS6 version. These extra features that we need on the Avenger 220 are real-time fuel consumption, average fuel consumption and distance to empty. An icing on the cake would be Bluetooth connectivity with turn by turn navigation.

There is a pair of telescopic forks at the front and twin shock absorbers which handles the suspension duties on the Avenger 220. The suspension is well balanced to offer comfortable ride and high-speed stability on the highways. Braking is one area where this bike lacks, there is only front disc brake assisted by single-channel ABS. Bajaj should have offered a dual disc version with dual-channel ABS for added safety for the rider.

Model	Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise
Engine	220 cc
Cooling	Oil-Cooled
Power	18.76 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	17.55 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Gearbox	5-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Twin-Shock
Front Tyre	90/90-17 49P
Rear Tyre	130/90-15 66P
Front Brake	Disc – 280mm
Rear Brake	Drum
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	163 kg
Fuel Tank	13 Ltr
Mileage	35 kmpl
Top Speed	130 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹138,368

Bajaj Pulsar NS200

Moving on to the next generation of Pulsar motorcycles in this list. The Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 is counted among the most powerful 200cc bikes in the country. The Pulsar NS 200 is the bike which ticks all the right boxes of style, performance, comfort and little bit of practicality as well. To begin the talk, first let’s take a look at the price of the bike. Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 is priced at Rs 1.40 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi.

This price undercuts the price of KTM 200 Duke by more than Rs 40,000 and to make Pulsar NS 200 look as the best motorcycle in this segment, it is priced under KTM 125 Duke as well. The bike did not receive any major change since 2012 when it was first introduced in Indian market. This was the first bike in the Indian history to come with a 3-spark plug installed for efficient combustion.

You can get the NS200 in any one of the following colours – Burnt Red, Metallic Pearl White, Plasma Satin Blue and Pewter Grey.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 derives its propulsion force from a liquid-cooled, fuel injected, single cylinder engine that displaces 199.5cc volume. The engine breathes via an advanced 4-valve head with three spark plugs ready to burn the fuel. This power plant pups out massive 24.13 bhp at 9750 rpm and 18.5 Nm of maximum torque is produced at 8000 rpm. The engine is a high revving unit and it married to a 6-speed gearbox. The liquid-cooled engine can easily take on the Indian summers while touring long distances in one go.

Okay, all this talking is done, but does well the bike perform on the road? Well, the Pulsar NS 200 does 0 to 100 kmph dash in about 10 seconds which makes it one of the quickest bikes in this segment. Top speed of the new SB6 version is in the range of 150 kmph according to the bike’s speedometer. With a pressed steel perimeter frame, the bike has astonishing cornering ability. The frame is highly rigid and offers quick lane changing manoeuvres and cornering stability.

The new BS6 version of the Pulsar NS 200 continues to use the old semi-digital instrument cluster which has an analogue tachometer. The digital screen offers regular information like speedometer, odometer, trip meters and a fuel gauge. Like all other bikes are offering, the company should have included a gear position indicator with the upgrade.

Speaking about the suspensions and brakes, the bike has telescopic forks at the front and monoshock at the rear. This system performs well and offer good comfort to the rider. The braking duties are taken care of by 300 mm petal disc at front and 230 mm disc at the rear. Unfortunately, the bike only gets a single-channel ABS.

Model	Bajaj Pulsar NS200
Engine	199.5 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm
Torque	18.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	100/80-17 52 P
Rear Tyre	130/70-17 62 P
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	156 kg
Fuel Tank	12 Ltr
Mileage	35 kmpl
Top Speed	140 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹140,666

TVS Ronin

TVS Ronin in this list has the highest engine capacity of 226cc. All other bikes comes with a 200cc motor and only Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise gets close to Ronin with 220cc engine. It is a great looking machine with bulbous fuel tank and comfortable riding posture for long distance touring for which this bike is made.

All Ronin variants with price are:

Variants	Price
TVS Ronin Single-Channel Monotone	Rs 1.49 lakh
TVS Ronin Single-Channel Dual Tone	Rs 1.56 lakh
TVS Ronin Dual-Channel Triple Tone (Grey)	Rs 1.69 lakh
TVS Ronin Dual-Channel Triple Tone (Orange)	Rs 1.71 lakh

The bike is available in multiple colour options- Magma Red, Lightning Black, Delta Blue, Stargaze Black, Galactic Grey and Dawn Orange.

The classic looking bike is especially designed for long distance touting and it is supported by a flat and wide seat which is designed to keep the rider comfortable for long time. Also, the bike gets a round classy headlight which is full LED in construction. There is a bulbous fuel tank that enhances the classic appeal of the bike. Added golden USD forks make it stand out of the crowd.

Moving on to the engine, the Ronin is powered by a newly developed 226cc, single-cylinder, air and oil-cooled, 4-valve engine that makes 20 bhp of power at 7750 rpm and 19.93 Nm torque at 3750 rpm. Yes, the maximum torque is produced at just 3740 rpm which makes it a great machine for city riding. A 5-speed gearbox is attached to the engine which offers well-balanced gear ratios for both city and highway rides.

Since, it is targeted as a classic bike with low and mid-range torque, one should not expect any kind of top-end performance. This classic modern bike from TVS goes only to a top speed of 120 kmph similar to the likes of Hunter 350 and Honda Highness. Expect the Ronin to deliver a mileage of around 40 kmpl on the highway rides which is great considering the high fuel price nowadays.

Moving on to the features, the Ronin comes with an offset single-pod instrument cluster which is completely digital and offers almost all the details that are needed on a bike of this price point. There is speedometer, odometer, trip meter, real-time and average fuel efficiency, average speed and much more. Bluetooth connectivity feature is available on the top variant of the Ronin.

The bike is suspended on USD forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear. This setup is tuned for comfortable riding over all kinds of roads in city and on the highways. Braking department is taken care of by 300 mm front disc and 240 mm rear disc brake. Base variant gets single channel ABS while the top variant gets dual-channel ABS for better safety.

Model	TVS Ronin
Engine	226 cc
Cooling	Oil-Cooled
Power	20 bhp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque	19.93 Nm @ 3,750 rpm
Gearbox	5-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	110/70 – 17
Rear Tyre	130/70 – 17
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 240mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	159 kg
Fuel Tank	14 Ltr
Mileage	40 kmpl
Top Speed	120 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹ 149,000

Bajaj Pulsar RS 200

Bajaj has another bike with the same essential bits that we mentioned in the Pulsar NS 200. The Bajaj RS 200 is the bike for those who do not like the naked design of the NS 200. This is the only fully-faired bike from the house of Bajaj and offers impressive performance from the same engine. Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 is priced at Rs 1.71 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi.

Basically RS 200 is a fully-faired Pulsar NS 200 but the bike is completely different and appeals to the riders who want a sports bike. The bike features dual projector headlights and plethora of plastics everywhere. The riding posture on the Pulsar RS 200 is more of an upright rather than leaning forward into a committed posture for tackling the race circuits. It gets three colour ptions – Burnt Red, Metallic Pearl White and Pewter Grey.

Powering the Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 is a 199.5cc, single cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel injected engine with 4 valves and 3 spark plugs. This motor generates 24.13 bhp at 9750 rpm and 18.5 Nm torque arriving at 8000 rpm. This engine is rev friendly and catches up speed quicker than you might anticipate. The engine is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox which takes the bike from zero to 100 kmph in 10-11 seconds and goes up to a top speed of speedo indicated 150+ kmph.

Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 gets segment leading twin-projector headlights with twin 65 Watts halogen bulbs. The company should have added LED lights for even better illumination. The fairing is completely made out of plastic or fibre as you would like to call it. There are split seats with ample space for both rider and the pillion.

On taking your position on the saddle, you will be welcomed by a semi-digital instrument cluster which is a straight lift from the NS 200. The clip-on handlebars are raised enough to provide a near upright riding posture. You can take the RS 200 on long distance touring as there is enough protection from wind blast with comfortable riding position.

For touring, you can cruise at 100 kmph all day long with a pillion comfortably lurking behind your back. The liquid-cooled engine further helps in riding non-stop for hours without overheating the engine. This makes sure that engine stay reliable over the years. The high kerb weight of 166 kg is one thing that can make manoeuvring Pulsar RS 200 a bit difficult at the parking speed and crawling traffic speed. However, this is not the concern on the highways as weight disappears as you ride freely.

There is a telescopic fork at the front and gas charged monoshock at the rear which handles the suspension of the bike. You will get great stability at high speeds and offers impressive cornering ability. Only the heavy body of the bike hinders some of the flickability of the bike. With 300 mm petal disc at the front and 230 mm disc at the rear helps in bringing bike to a halt. A dual channel ABS is present to avoid wheel locks under hard braking.

Model	Bajaj Pulsar RS 200
Engine	199.5 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm
Torque	18.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	100/80-17 52 P
Rear Tyre	130/70-17 62 P
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	166 kg
Fuel Tank	13 Ltr
Mileage	33 kmpl
Top Speed	141 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹171,021

KTM Duke 200

Now we have KTM 200 Duke which is a monster in bikes clothing. Yes, the explosive performance that you get from the Duke is unmatchable to any other bike in the segment or even with some bike in the higher segment. KTM Duke was launched nearly a decade ago and changes the Indian biking scenario completely. The BS6 KTM 200 Duke carries a price tag of Rs 1,91,693 ex-showroom, New Delhi.

KTM 200 Duke is a bike from premium 200cc segment as it offers all the top-notch equipment and hardware that guarantees premium riding experience. The safety is very well taken care of as it gets wide and grippy tyres with dual channel ABS to keep you safe under extreme braking scenarios.

Let’s talk about that one thing which makes Duke 200 a Duke 200. Yes, we are talking about the engine. The bike gets a 199.5cc single cylinder engine which is cooled by liquid-cooling technology. The fuel injected, 4-valve DOHC engine breathes of massive 24.6 bhp of power at 10,000 rpm while the torque is 19.3 Nm arriving at 8000 rpm. This engine is connected to a 6-speed gearbox which is short geared for hair raising acceleration.

The Duke 200 hits 100 kmph from zero in 10.15 seconds and has a top speed of 130 kmph. You might wonder why the top speed is so less for a 25 bhp bike? The explanation for this is the presence of engine rev limited at 10,500 rpm which kicks in and cut off the fuel supply. This is done to keep engine from revving beyond range and decrease the reliability of the engine.

The BS6 Duke 200 is a completely new model which carries the design language of Duke 250 and 390. It gets sharper front end with mature design than the previous version. There is same old orange backlit LCD unit which is present in the bike from 2012. It offers information like speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, odometer, trip meters, instantaneous fuel consumption, average fuel consumption, distance to empty, gear position indicator and engine temperature indicator.

Since, this frame is derived from the Duke 250; the weight of the bike is increased by 10 to 159 kg. The bike seems to have lost its character and has become a lot more mature in performance and power delivery. This has affected the performance with 0 to 100 kmph timing is delayed by 0.5 seconds and top speed is decreased by 8 kmph to 130 kmph.

The bike gets strong brakes in the disguise of 300 mm front disc and 230 mm rear disc gripped by Bybre callipers. This time, the bike gets dual channel ABS for full protection from wheel locking under hard braking.

If you are looking for KTM brand name, then KTM 200 Duke is the bike to go with. However, the bike has lost its charm as it is now heavier and offer lesser performance than before. The bike costs around Rs 2.4 lakh on-road in many Indian cities due to multiple price hikes by the company.

Model	KTM Duke 200
Engine	199.5 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	24.6 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque	19.2 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	110/70 x 17
Rear Tyre	150/60 x 17
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	159 kg
Fuel Tank	13.5 Ltr
Mileage	34 kmpl
Top Speed	138 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹191,693

KTM RC 200

At last, we are with the KTM RC 200 which is the most expensive bike in the 200cc segment. It is also the only track focused race machine that you can buy for Rs 2,14,688 ex-showroom, Delhi. RC 200 is also the fastest and highly precise racing bike that is available in India for an affordable price when you compare high capacity racing bikes that cost upward of Rs 5 lakh Rupees.

KTM RC 200 comes with steel trellis frame which provides superior control over cornering and lane changing. The bike is highly agile and the chiselled ability to dive, sustain and exit from the tight corners is what you are paying your hard-earned money for. The mid-range performance makes the bike to leap forward in any gear and take on the short straights by consuming little amount of time.

At the heart of the KTM RC 200 is a liquid-cooled, fuel injected 199.5cc, single cylinder engine with 4-valve DOHC head. This monster of an engine churns out best in the segment 24.6 bhp power at 10,000 rpm and staggering 19.3 Nm of twisting force peaks out at 8000 rpm. A 6-speed sleek shifting short geared transmission drives the rear wheel.

The main motive of the company for making this bike was to keep rider as alert as possible and provide him/her the information which is needed to maximum performance. To do this, you get a pair of USD forks and a monoshock at the rear. The suspension is highly stiff and transmits a lot of jolts to the rider. This setup provides every bit of road feedback to the rider and helps the rider to understand how much throttle to pull or how much brake force is needed on that particular patch of road.

The braking performance comes from the dual disc setup. At the front you get a 300 mm disc with 230 mm rotor at the back. These discs are gripped by 4-piston Bybre callipers fitted on radially mounted calliper blocks at the front and one-piston floating Bybre calliper at the rear. This setup also transmits feedback to the rider for quick, controlled and safer braking on the race track. For more safety, RC 200 is equipped with dual-channel ABS.

The instrument cluster is small old small LCD screen which offers a range of information usually not found on regular road going bikes. There is a visor large enough for you to tuck behind for better aerodynamics and higher top speed.

The BS6 KTM RC 200 returns a mileage of around 30-32 km per litre and the range that you can get from its 13.7-litre fuel tank is around 380 km. The kerb weight of the bike is 160.5 kg which is fine for a bike of this power output. The power to weight ratio is 153 bhp per ton for hair raising performance and thrill. RC 200 is made for track racing and short stints. It should not be sued for touring as riding posture is highly committed and requires immense endurance and dedication.

Model	KTM RC 200
Engine	199.5 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	24.6 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque	19.2 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Forks
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre	150/60 R17
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	160.6 kg
Fuel Tank	13.7 Ltr
Mileage	30 kmpl
Top Speed	140 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	₹ 214,688

In Conclusion

This was the comprehensive list of best 200cc bikes in India that you can purchase right now. This segment has feature-rich bikes with excellent performance and does the job what they are made for. You get adventure bike, sports tourers, roadster, cruiser and track machine with aggressive performance.

Once you purchase a bike from this or above segment, it will stay with you for many years. Hence, it is advised that you do proper comparison and take thorough test rides before you buy bike in this segment. If you already own a bike, you have to sell bike before you can buy a new one.

We hope that you can choose the right bike for you according to your needs and usage pattern. Which one will you choose and why? Do tell us in the comments section below.

Always wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle, carry your driving licence and follow all the traffic rules to make our roads safer for all. Stay tuned for more from the motorcycling world at AutoBreeds.com.

Best 200cc Bikes in India Specifications: Engine and Gearbox

Model	Engine	Cooling	Power	Torque	Gearbox
Hero Xpulse 200T	199.6 cc	Oil-Cooled	17.83 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	16.15 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	5-Speed
TVS Apache 200 4V	197.75 cc	Oil-Cooled	20.21 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	16.8 Nm @ 7,500 rpm	5-Speed
Hero Xtreme 200S	199.6 cc	Oil-Cooled	17.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	16.45 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	5-Speed
Hero Xpulse 200 4V	199.6 cc	Oil-Cooled	18.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	17.35 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	5-Speed
Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise	220 cc	Oil-Cooled	18.76 bhp @ 8,500 rpm	17.55 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	5-Speed
Bajaj Pulsar NS200	199.5 cc	Liquid-Cooled	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	18.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	6-Speed
TVS Ronin	226 cc	Oil-Cooled	20 bhp @ 7,750 rpm	19.93 Nm @ 3,750 rpm	5-Speed
Bajaj Pulsar RS 200	199.5 cc	Liquid-Cooled	24.13 bhp @ 9,750 rpm	18.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	6-Speed
KTM Duke 200	199.5 cc	Liquid-Cooled	24.6 bhp @ 10,000 rpm	19.2 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	6-Speed
KTM RC 200	199.5 cc	Liquid-Cooled	24.6 bhp @ 10,000 rpm	19.2 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	6-Speed

Best 200cc Bikes in India Specifications: Suspension and Tyres

Model	Front Suspension	Rear Suspension	Front Tyre	Rear Tyre
Hero Xpulse 200T	Telescopic Fork	Monoshock	100/80-17	130/70 -R17
TVS Apache 200 4V	Telescopic Fork	Monoshock	90/90-17 49P	130/70-17 M/C 62P
Hero Xtreme 200S	Telescopic Fork	Monoshock	100/80X17 52P	130/70XR17 62P
Hero Xpulse 200 4V	Telescopic Fork	Monoshock	90/90-21 Tubed	120/80-18 Tubed
Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise	Telescopic Fork	Twin-Shock	90/90-17 49P	130/90-15 66P
Bajaj Pulsar NS200	Telescopic Fork	Monoshock	100/80-17 52 P	130/70-17 62 P
TVS Ronin	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 – 17	130/70 – 17
Bajaj Pulsar RS 200	Telescopic Fork	Monoshock	100/80-17 52 P	130/70-17 62 P
KTM Duke 200	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 x 17	150/60 x 17
KTM RC 200	USD Forks	Monoshock	110/70 R17	150/60 R17

Best 200cc Bikes in India Specifications: Brakes and Weight

Model	Front Brake	Rear Brake	ABS	Weight
Hero Xpulse 200T	Disc – 276mm	Disc – 220mm	Single-Channel	154 kg
TVS Apache 200 4V	Disc – 270mm	Disc – 240mm	Dual-Channel	153 kg
Hero Xtreme 200S	Disc – 276mm	Disc – 220mm	Single-Channel	154.5 kg
Hero Xpulse 200 4V	Disc – 276mm	Disc – 220mm	Single-Channel	157.5 kg
Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise	Disc – 280mm	Drum	Single-Channel	163 kg
Bajaj Pulsar NS200	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Single-Channel	156 kg
TVS Ronin	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 240mm	Dual-Channel	159 kg
Bajaj Pulsar RS 200	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	166 kg
KTM Duke 200	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	159 kg
KTM RC 200	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	160.6 kg

Best 200cc Bikes in India Specifications: Mileage and Price

Model	Fuel Tank	Mileage	Top Speed	Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)
Hero Xpulse 200T	13 Ltr	38 kmpl	110 kmph	₹124,396
TVS Apache 200 4V	12 Ltr	40 kmpl	127 kmph	₹139,690
Hero Xtreme 200S	12.8 Ltr	40 kmpl	115 kmph	₹134,360
Hero Xpulse 200 4V	13 Ltr	40 kmpl	115 kmph	₹137,496
Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise	13 Ltr	35 kmpl	130 kmph	₹138,368
Bajaj Pulsar NS200	12 Ltr	35 kmpl	140 kmph	₹140,666
TVS Ronin	14 Ltr	40 kmpl	120 kmph	₹ 149,000
Bajaj Pulsar RS 200	13 Ltr	33 kmpl	141 kmph	₹171,021
KTM Duke 200	13.5 Ltr	34 kmpl	138 kmph	₹191,693
KTM RC 200	13.7 Ltr	30 kmpl	140 kmph	₹ 214,688

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