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

KTM is an Austrian company which entered the Indian market in 2012 with a tie-up with Bajaj Auto. The tie-up works perfectly as Bajaj manufactures the technologically advanced KTM bike in India at a reasonable cost and KTM sells them world-wide earning a great of profit from the joint venture. All the KTM bikes are performance-oriented machines and are popular among the young generation of riders.

Best KTM Bikes Price List in India:

Model	Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)
KTM Duke 125	1.78 lakh
KTM RC 125	1.88 lakh
KTM Duke 200	1.91 lakh
KTM RC 200	2.14 lakh
KTM Duke 250	2.37 lakh
KTM 250 Adventure	2.44 lakh
KTM Duke 390	2.96 lakh
KTM RC 390	3.16 lakh
KTM 390 Adventure	3.37 lakh

Right from the day one, KTM is christened as the performance-oriented maniac motorcycles for their excellent power to weight ratios as well as the price tag. The pricing part is no more value for money because of multiple price hikes and government regulations such as safety norms and BS6 emission norms. With the greater emission control, the initial acceleration of the KTM bikes have been affected.

One can see a huge gap in performance numbers between BS3 and BS6 engines of the bikes. At present, KMT have nine models on sale in the country with most affordable bike being the 125 Duke which starts from Rs 1.78 lakh ex-showroom and goes up to the 390 Adventure which comes with a price tag of Rs 3.37 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi.

These prices are ex-showroom, New Delhi and doesn’t include RTO tax and bike insurance which is required to be paid while purchasing the bike.

All-in-all, KTM offers a wide range of bikes for beginner riders, young riders as well as mature riders. The company focuses on three categories of bikes viz, street, track and off-road. The Duke series of bikes are made for street riding while the RC series is made to attack the race tracks while the Adventure series are here to take on the off-road terrains away from the concrete jungle.

Not only this, the Austrian company has engines for everyone with 125cc machines catering to the beginner riders, there are 200 cc and 250 cc bikes for the young riders and at the top of the segment, the 390 cc machines are specially curated for the professional riders who look for greater power on the two wheels. Let’s get into the details of each KTM bike which is on sale in the country.

KTM Duke 125

The first bike in the list of Best KTM Bikes is the Duke 125. It is the most affordable KTM bike in India as of now and is expected to remain the same for years to come. Even in the international markets, KTM do not have any bike under 125cc segment and thus is will always be the entry-level bike for the KTM fanboys. It gets Electronic Orange and Ceramic White paint options to choose from.

With a steep price tag of Rs 1.78 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi, KTM 125 Duke is the most expensive 125cc motorcycle in the whole country. In a motorcycle market where an average 125cc commuter bike is priced around Rs 75,000 to 85,000 ex-showroom, the 125 Duke ask for Rs 1 lakh extra price for the KTM brand, expensive components for a bit more performance.

There are many bikes in India which are priced less than that of KTM 125 Duke and offers far superior performance. Yamaha FZ 25, for instance, is priced nearly Rs 30,000 cheaper than the Duke 125 and offers double the engine capacity and performance numbers even the Duke 200 shy away. Other powerful bikes include most 160cc, 180cc and 200cc bikes from Suzuki, TVS, Yamaha and Bajaj.

The things which make the Duke 125 expensive and premium are the presence of components of exceptional quality sourced from the premium component manufacturers. Also, the KTM brand name doesn’t come for cheap. There is well versed KTM DNA embedded in the heart and the riding dynamics of the machine. Once, the engine is ignited, the exhaust note, though a lot light, provides the aural feeling of a pure KTM machine.

The KTM 125 Duke is propelled by a 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, 124.71cc, singe-cylinder engine with a 4-valve head. This mill belts out 14.3 bhp of power at 9250 rpm and 12 Nm twisting force at 8000 rpm. A 6-speed gearbox handles the power transmission duties and is well-suited for the engine which it is connected to.

The performance of the 125 Duke is nothing to write home about, the performance is sluggish for a KTM branded bike as the kerb weight of the bike is 159 which is in the ballpark of most 200 to 250 cc machines in the market. Once the throttle is twisted to the max, the bike moves forward hitting 100 kmph in around 20 seconds and manages to touch a top speed of 105 to 110 kmph depending on the trail or head winds and the weight of the rider. This kind of performance comes from a 150cc commuter bike such as Yamaha FZ FI and the Honda CB Unicorn but the price tag is not justifiable by any means.

Speaking about the mileage, the best part of being propelled by a small engine is that you get a great mileage for a bike which is made to be driven fast. The Duke 125 can return an average fuel economy of about 40 kmph. And with a 13.4-litre fuel tank capacity, the riding range that it offers is over 400 km in a single tankful. The main gripe is the high weight of the bike and the wide tyres it uses.

There is a fully digital multi-information display on the dashboard which provides plethora of information to the rider. You get speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more. The headlight is a halogen bulb with reflector while the rest of the lighting is LED unit including the taillight and the turn indicators.

That being said, the components that makes the Duke as expensive as a 250 cc motorcycle is the presence of thick USD forks at the front end with adjustable monoshock at the rear. This setup is tuned to offer track racing handling and agility but robs the bike from providing a comfortable riding experience to the rider in the city roads.

Duke 125 is built around a steel-trellis frame which is highly rigid and the 125cc engine is no where near to overwhelm the rigidity by any means. With stiff suspension setup, the bike’s dynamics is top notch it doesn’t deviate from its line of attack.

The braking department on the KTM 125 Duke is handled by 300 mm disc at the front with radially mounted callipers for enhanced feedback and the response. At the rear, you get a 230 mm disc brake unit with floating calliper. The safety net is offered by a single channel ABS for better braking performance.

All-in-all, KTM 125 Duke is a street-fighter motorcycle for the beginner riders who want to enter the world of motorcycling through a distinct flavour far away from the crowded 125cc motorcycle segment. The 125 Duke is a reliable beginner bike as it is not overwhelmingly powerful for beginner rider who are just learning to ride and the acceleration surge is easy to control for young riders.

Targeted at the new generators of motorcycle riders in the metro cities, tier 1 and tier 2 cities, the KTM 125 Duke is a bike which finds many new homes every month and initiates the making of new breed of motorcyclists.

Model	KTM Duke 125
Engine	124.71 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	14.3 bhp @ 9,250 rpm
Torque	12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre	150/60 R17
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	148.2 kg
Fuel Tank	13.4 Ltr
Mileage	40 kmpl
Top Speed	115 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	1.78 lakh

KTM RC 125

The next bike in the KTM’s line-up is the RC 125. It is a track bike made on the platform of the Duke 125 and comes with a fully faired body with sharp edges. There is enough wind-protection to keep the bike cutting through the air at higher speeds. All beginner racing enthusiasts are welcome to board the KTM RC 125 who are eager to learn the racing on a beginner bike.

With a price tag of Rs 1.7 lakh ex-showroom, the RC 125 is too expensive a sports bike when compared to the Yamaha R15 V3, Bajaj RS 200 as well as the Suzuki Gixxer 250. All these bikes are way powerful than the RC 125 and offers good dynamics. Ceramic White and Dark Galvano are two colour options available on the RC 125.

But what keeps the RC 125 a class apart than the competition is the race-tuned suspension setup with front USD forks and rear adjustable monoshock unit. Built around a steel-trellis frame, the RC handles like a full-fledge sport machine and it is easy to win any corner in the hills or on the race circuit. The combination of stiff USD forks at the front and the super chassis geometry keeps the bike stick to the line, the rider wants to take it.

There is a liquid-cooled, 124.71 cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine powering the KTM RC 125. This motor breathes via a 4-valve head and puts out 14.3 bhp at 9250 rpm and peak twisting force of 12 Nm at 8000 rpm. A 6-speed gearbox is attached to the engine and comes with similar gear ratios as that of the Duke 125. If we look from far, the whole bike is basically a Duke 125 with added fairing and body work.

It is lighter than the Duke 125 at 148.5 kg kerb and offers similar performance which is around 20 seconds timing for 0 to 100 kmph and a top speed of 110 kmph on a long straight. Coming to the competition, there is no other fully-faired 125cc bike available in the Indian market and the next best thing you can buy with your money is the Yamaha R15.

Coming to the fuel economy of the RC 125, the miniature sports bike manages to deliver around 40 kmpl of mileage on a regular day. Coupled to a 13.7-litre fuel tank capacity, expect it to run for around 500 km in a single tankful. Considering high petrol price in the country, RC 125 makes for a reasonable purchase.

Unlike, the Duke 125, the RC 125 features a lower-set clip-on handlebars and the rider has to lead way to forward to hold them. This makes the riding posture a highly committed one and it becomes hard to ride for prolonged period of time. Highway riding is not a piece of cake on the RC 125 and it is best suited for short city stints only.

Coming to the braking department. The KTM TRC 125 is brought to a halt by 300 mm disc brake at the front which is gripped by a radially mounted calliper for excellent response and feedback. A 230 mm disc brake take care of the rear wheel and comes with a single channel ABS for better rider safety.

A fully digital multi-information display is fitted on the RC and is taken directly from the Duke 125 offering a plethora of info to the rider. There is a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more. The headlight is comprised of twin-projector lamps with halogen bulbs while the rest of the lighting is LED unit including the taillight and the turn indicators.

With a seat height of 828 mm, the RC 125 might be difficult for the short riders to board with the lower kerb weight of 148 kg makes it manageable in the city riding conditions. The pillion seat is also small and raised quite a bit making it difficult for the pillion to access and ride for long duration.

The RC 125 is a perfect sports bike for the beginner riders who happen to be KTM fanboys and cannot afford the much powerful RC 200 costing Rs 28,000 more than the RC 125. Light-weight, agile and fuel-efficient sports bike is the best option from KTM for the young riders.

Model	KTM RC 125
Engine	124.71 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	14.3 bhp @ 9,250 rpm
Torque	12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre	150/60 R17
Front Brake	Disc – 300mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Single-Channel
Weight	148.2 kg
Fuel Tank	13.7 Ltr
Mileage	40 kmpl
Top Speed	115 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	1.88 lakh

KTM Duke 200

Up next, we have most popular KTM bike in the Indian market, the 200 Duke which was also among the first KTM motorcycle to land on Indian shores. Back then, it was the most potent and powerful bike in the segment with nearly 25 bhp from a 200cc engine. However, this number is still available in the BS6 avatar but the overall chassis and the engine character is changed towards a more mature one. There are two colours available on the KTM 200 Duke Electronic Orange and Dark Silver Metallic.

The explosive KTM 200 Duke is priced at Rs 1.91 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi and it has lost most of its value for money quotient due to steady increase in the price tag for almost similar specs and feature list. However, one positive has happened as the company now supply the KTM 200 Duke with a dual-channel ABS for superior safety net along with the ability of the rider to trust on the braking system under emergency circumstances.

Like all other Duke motorcycle form the KTM, the design language is pretty similar to the 125 Duke, 250 Duke as well as the 390 Duke. All these bikes use same chassis and the suspension with little tweaks. The tyres on all the Duke streetfighter motorcycles are 110 mm and 150 mm cross-section units at the front and the rear.

The 200 Duke is powered by a 199.5cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine which breathes through a 4-valve DOHC head. This powerplant pumps out 24.6 bhp of power at 10,000 rpm and 19.3 Nm torque at 8000 rpm. The 6-speed gearbox is short-geared unit that is paired with the engine via a wet multi-plate clutch.

As the engines are detuned from within due to BS6 emission norms, the acceleration of the Duke 200 has been reduced and the bike now takes over 10 seconds, 10.15 seconds to be precise, to hit 100 kmph mark from standstill. The top speed of the bike is now 130 kmph as engine rpm is cut-off at 10500 rpm so that it doesn’t rev in the red line and damage the internal parts of the engine and also to keep it cool. The new chassis is also the reason for the reduced performance as the BS6 KTM 200 Duke weighs in at 159 kg.

The Austrian has ditched the older streetfighter design and used the heavier and more mature chassis from the Duke 250. It gets a sharp front end and rear end with halogen bulb assembly at the front with full LED lighting for rest of the bike. The seat height now stands at 830 mm making it a bit higher for the short riders. Previously, the seat height of the Duke 200 was 800 mm which was accessible by shorter riders.

You can find a fully digital multi-information display on the dashboard of the Duke 200 which is a direct lift from other KTM bikes on sale in India. Feature-wise, the instrument console comes with a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, shift light, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more.

The fuel efficiency of the Duke 200 lies in the range of 30 to 35 kmpl which is sufficient after looking at the fire-breather of an engine it comes with. A 13.4-litre fuel tank capacity will provide a riding range of over 400 km in a single tankful.

The riding posture of the Duke 200 is a pretty upright and also aggressive as the handlebar are short reach and the rider can have full control over the bike. With USD forks at the front and adjustable monoshock suspension at the rear, the Duke 200 offer hard ride quality and it feels planted and confident-inspiring around the corners. But this same suspension setup sends all the jolts to your spine on a bad patch of road.

KTM 200 Duke is brought to a halt by a 300 mm disc at the front which is gripped by radially mounted calliper and a 230 mm rear disc gripped by floating callipers. Rider feel safe while riding aggressively as the bike comes equipped with a dual channel ABS for total braking control.

For over eight years and still counting, the KTM 200 Duke will be the highest selling bike in KTM’s product portfolio as it checks all the right boxes of performance, dynamics, premium components, aggressive streetfighter persona as well as the popularity of the KTM brand.

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	13.4 Ltr
Mileage	34 kmpl
Top Speed	138 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	1.91 lakh

KTM RC 200

KTM has another sports bike for the racing enthusiasts in India. However, this one is developed for the riders who are considering racing a serious task of their life. The KTM RC 200 is a potent track machine with optimum performance levels for the price at comes with. It is available in three colours – Dark Galvano, Silver Metallic and GP Edition.

You need to shell out Rs 2.14 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi if you feel like owning one. With sufficiently powerful motor, the RC 200 comes at a premium of many grands over the next best track machine, the Yamaha R15 V3 and the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 which is positioned as a fully-faired sports tourer.

KTM RC 200 now gets fresh RC design language which is also present on the RC 125 and RC 390. It offers the feeling of riding a middle-weight super sports motorcycle because the riding position is highly committed and one has to lean way too forward to grab those lower-set clip-on handlebars. Also, the saddle height is on a higher side of 828 mm making it quite difficult to access for the short riders.

It is a bike which is developed by KTM for riding on the race tracks and not for highway touring. The USD forks up front and adjustable monoshock suspension at the rear are tuned to provide a stiff ride quality and excellent cornering ability. The riders who haven’t ridden a sports bike on a race circuit, he/she will be able to learn fairly quick on the RC 200. This is because, the geometry of the steel-trellis frame is designed such that RC is capable of changing lane in an instant and it is also easy to manoeuvre due to short rake angle. This agility makes it a corner carver and lets the rider clock better lap timing after each lap.

No matter the corner is present on the hilly areas around your city or on a racing circuit, KTM RC 200 can digest all kinds of corner with ease, that too by offering superior confidence to the rider. Astonishing performance comes due to the presence of a high revving, liquid-cooled, short-stroke, fuel-injected, 199.5cc, single cylinder engine breathing via a 4-valve DOHC head. This powerplant belts out 24.6 bhp of max power at 10,000 rpm and tarmac scathing 19.3 Nm of torque peaking at 8000 rpm.

All this power is sent to the rear wheel by a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox with short gear ratios for quick acceleration and excellent mid-range performance. Moving on to the performance, the RC 200 sprints from 0 to 100 kmph in a little over 10 seconds and tops out at nearly 140 kmph. If you ever end up on a race track, the short-gearing will aid you in selecting the best possible ratio around the corners.

You can expect a slight improvement in the fuel efficiency of the BS6 KTM RC 200. On an average, the bike delivers around 30 to 32 kmpl of mileage which is a great number from a super sports bike with a powerful 200 cc engine. The fuel tank is 13.7 litres and a range of nearly 380 km in possible before you need to refuel the bike.

This new model gets a larger fully digital multi-information display providing great details and aesthetics. Feature-wise, the meter console comes with a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, shift light, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more.

The headlight is a full LED setup with the taillight and turn indicators also being LED units offering premium appeal. With a 160 kg kerb weight, RC is a decently manageable bike in the city limits.

Coming to the braking department, the RC 200 is equipped with a capable braking setup. A 300 mm front disc brake and 230 mm rear disc brake are gripped by radially mounted 4-piston calliper and a floating calliper at the front and the rear respectively. Both the callipers are sourced from Bybre and are of good quality. A dual channel ABS is fitted for superior braking control and safety for the rider on slippery and lose surface.

If you are looking for a surefooted racing machine with a price of Rs 2.6 lakh on-road, then RC 200 would be a great bike to look about.

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 Fork
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)	2.14 lakh

KTM Duke 250

The next bike from KTM is the Duke 250. It is an intermediate streetfighter motorcycle from KTM that has best from both the worlds. It has better performance than the 200cc Duke and offers better fuel efficiency when compared to the 390 Duke. Also, it sits well in the middle of two extremes at just Rs 2.37 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi. It gets only two colour schemes as of now – Dark Galvano and Ebony Black.

The Duke 250 is Rs 41,000 more expensive than the KTM 200 Duke but is cheaper by huge Rs 59,000 than the Duke 390. It is made for those riders who just cannot afford the expensive to buy and expensive to run 390 Duke but want more powerful bike than the Duke 200 which is now a norm among the riders.

Looking at the Indian motorcycle market at a glance, the KTM 250 Duke is also the most expensive quarter-litre motorcycle that too with a huge margin. It is so expensive that FZ 25 is around Rs 90,000 cheaper and around Rs 45,000 pricier than the Gixxer SF 250.

Speaking about the design, the Duke 250 comes with a sharp new-age street-fighter design language with pointing tank extensions and edgy headlight assembly with halogen bulb for illuminating the rads. The handlebar is raised enough for rider to sit upright while riding. Also, the fuel tank is quite small in dimension and thus rider gets an aggressive riding posture. It is aggressive enough to take on the city roads and perfect machine for weekend getaways.

KTM Duke 250 draws its power from a 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 248.8 cc, single-cylinder engine that breathes through a 4-valve DOHC head. This mill deals out 29.6 bhp of power at 9000 rpm and 24 Nm of torque at 7500 rpm. A 6-speed transmission is connected with the motor guarantying overwhelming acceleration. The sprint from 0 to 100 kmph takes about 9 seconds and the bike pulls up until it reaches a speed of 142 kmph.

Being a powerful streetfighter, the Duke 250 manages to return a fuel economy of about 30 kmpl in mixed riding conditions and can return below 30 kmpl due to too many gear changes owing to short gear ratios. There is a 13.5-litre fuel tank that can deliver a riding range of over 350 km in mixed riding while touching 400 km in a single tankful on highway runs.

Like all other KTM bikes available, there is a small but useful fully-digital multi-information display fitted on the dashboard. This orange-backlit meter console comes with a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, shift light, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more.

Similar to other KTM bikes, the Duke 250 is equipped with fat USD forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear which is adjustable for preload. This setup is on the stiffer side and offers great confidence around the corners but unsettles the rider on bad patches of roads as each jolt is felt on the spine and one must need to slow down on the unpaved roads.

A 300 mm front disc with radially mounted 4-piston calliper at the front and 230 mm rear disc does the work of anchoring the bike. Further safety to the rider is offered by a dual-channel ABS.

Model	KTM Duke 250
Engine	248.8 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	29.6 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	24 Nm @ 7,500 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 – 320mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	169 kg
Fuel Tank	13.4 Ltr
Mileage	30 kmpl
Top Speed	142 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	2.37 lakh

KTM 250 Adventure

KTM 250 Adventure is the first and the most affordable adventure bike from the house of KTM. It is a capable off-roading bike made on the modified platform of the Duke 250. The Austrian manufacturer has launched the 250cc adventure bike in India in a bid to offer an affordable off-road bike to the masses without stressing too much into the finances to get one. Two colour schemes offered are – Electronic Orange and Factory Racing Blue.

The 250 Adventure is priced at Rs 2.44 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi and is Rs 93,000 cheaper than its elder sibling, the 390 Adventure. This difference in pricing is more than enough for people to look for the 250 Adventure over other bikes in the segment including the Himalayan in the lower price band and BMW G310 GS on the higher price band.

KTM 250 Adventure offers the traits of Duke 250 such as immense acceleration and greater power to weight ratio. There is a plethora of off-road and adventure touring related upgrades on the 250 Adventure. These includes a flat seat for the rider and the pillion, raised handlebar position for a relaxed and upright riding posture, centre position of footpegs, a tall windscreen to deflect the high-speed windblast.

The off-road bike from Austrian manufacturer rides on larger 19-inch front wheel and a 17-inch rear wheel with alloy rims and tubeless tyres. However, the presence of alloy wheels on an off-road bike tends to crack under heavy impacts on off-road stints. The company offer a switchable dual channel ABS where the ABS on the rear wheel can be switched off with the press of a button. This lets you slide the rear tyre on loose surface helping you to the take turns around the corners.

At the core of the 250 Adventure, you get to see the same 248.8cc single cylinder engine from Duke 250 and in the exactly same state of tune. The 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine breathes through a 4-valve DOHC head. This mill is able to churn out 29.6 bhp of max power at 9000 rpm and 24 Nm peak torque at 7500 rpm.

There is a 6-speed gearbox which is a short-geared unit but is relaxed enough to provide enough grunt on off-road terrains and long highway rides. For highway cruising, the KTM 250 Adventure can be ridden at 100 kmph all day long with any issues like heating or vibrations. The acceleration of the bike from 0 to 100 kmph takes 11 seconds and the top speed is rated at 140 kmph.

Since KTM 250 Adventure is an adventure tourer machine, anyone would expect it to come with a long tank range. Out on the highways, the bike offers a mileage of about 35 kmpl and around 30 kmpl in the city riding conditions. Therefore, with a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 litres, the 250 Adventure can run for about 500 km in a single tankful. This reduces the number of fuel stain visits when on a long haul.

KTM 250 Adventure is now the only bike apart from the 390 Duke which has a different instrument cluster. There is a fully-digital instrument cluster which is now large enough for easy reading while riding. You get a speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, engine temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel consumption, average fuel consumption, distance to empty, gear position indicator and much more. The font used in the Indication are also larger than before and looks better too.

Coming to the suspension, the bike feature USD forks at the front and adjustable monoshock suspension at the rear. This setup offers long wheel travel of 170 mm and 177 mm at the front and the rear respectively. The ground clearance stands at 200 mm which is more than enough for mild off-roading. This set of suspension readily absorbs the bumps and undulations of the bad roads and off-road terrain.

The braking duties are handled by 300 mm front rotor gripped by radially mounted 4-piston calliper at the front and 230 mm rear disc brake unit. Further safety to the rider is offered by a dual-channel ABS with switchable function.

Model	KTM 250 Adventure
Engine	248.8 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	29.6 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	100/90 x 19
Rear Tyre	130/80 x 17
Front Brake	Disc – 320mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	177 kg
Fuel Tank	14.5 Ltr
Mileage	30 kmpl
Top Speed	140 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	2.44 lakh

KTM Duke 390

Now we have the most powerful streetfighter motorcycle from the house of KTM. The KTM 390 Duke is at the pinnacle of single-cylinder streetfighter motorcycles in the country. The price to power ratio or the price to fun ratio is at the peak on the KTM Duke 390. There is no direct competition of the motorcycle from any brand in the country.

Its cousin, the Dominar 400 is a far-fetched hyper touring machine and comes nowhere near to the character offered by the 390 Duke. The bike is too powerful to be given to anyone as a rider is required to have enough riding experience to ride the 390 Duke safely without meeting with accidents due to overly powerful engine that jumps for power wheelies every now and then.

The Duke 390 comes with a price tag of Rs 2.76 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi which is the result of a series of price hikes and BS6 emission norms. Its price was unaffected during the introduction of safety norms as 390 Duke came with dual channel ABS from the day one.

It continues to use the same design language which was launched way back in 2017. There are sharp edges all around and the headlight is a full LED assembly with multiple matrices. Even the taillight and the turn indicators are all LED units. Dark Galvano and Liquid Metal are two colours available on the bike.

The KTM 390 Duke is fitted with a short-stroke, liquid-cooled, 373.2cc, fuel-injected, single-cylinder engine breathing via a 4-valve DOHC head. This piece of engineering puts out massive 42.9 bhp of power at 9000 rpm and rock bending torque of 37 Nm at 7000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission which is on the taller side.

The Duke 390 hits 100 kmph mark in just 5.5 seconds as the first gear take the bike to over 70 kmph and second gear is the one which crosses 100 kmph mark. It has enough power to keep pulling and hit the top speed of around 170 kmph.

As you settle yourself on the 830 mm high saddle, you will be greeted by a full-colour TFT instrument cluster that offers a range of information such as a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, shift light, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more. You can also connect the console with your smartphone and get turn-by-turn GPS navigation right on the meter. It is by far the most advanced and feature-rich console on any bike sold by KTM.

KTM 390 Duke is built around steel-trellis frame which is highly rigid and offers great stability around the corners and also has quick lane changes capabilities. Is provides great confidence to the rider while carving the corners whether in the hilly regions or on the race tracks. A pair of USD forks are present at the front and an adjustable monoshock unit is connected to the rear swingarm. This setup is stiff for greater stability and might unsettle on the bad patch of roads.

In terms of braking, the bike features a large 320 mm rotor at the front with radially mounted callipers with sintered pads for sharp bite. A 230 mm disc brake unit is present at the rear. The whole braking system is accompanied by a dual channel ABS system for greater braking prowess over all kinds of surface.

Model	KTM Duke 390
Engine	373.2 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	42.9 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	37 Nm @ 7,000 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 – 320mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	167 kg
Fuel Tank	13.5 Ltr
Mileage	25 kmpl
Top Speed	165 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	2.96 lakh

KTM RC 390

KTM has another track-focused machine and that is the RC 390. It is the most powerful sports bike under Rs 3 lakh mark and provides best-in class performance and dynamics. The main motive of the company to launch it is to provide a capable bike for the budding racing in the country. Orange, Factory Racing Blue and GP Edition are the paint jobs that RC 390 gets in India.

For owing KTM RC 390, you have to shell out Rs 3.16 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi and there is only rival present which is the Apache RR310 but it lacks power and the grunt of the level which is offered by the RC 390. Also, it is so simple and precise to ride that even a regular rider can clock better lap times when compared to the other bikes.

The design of the new RC 390 is in line with the rest of the RC series and offers greater aerodynamics over the old model. You get an aerodynamically tuned full fairing and tall enough windscreen visor behind which the rider can duck down while cutting through the straights on the circuits. The seat height on the RC 390 is a bit high at 828 mm that can be uncomfortable and inaccessible to shorter riders. However, the problem of seat height doesn’t arise on the race circuit but only in the traffic clad city roads.

KTM RC390 derives its power from is 4-stroke, 373.2cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel injected engine breathing via a 4-valve DOHC head. This mill pumps our 42.3 bhp of power at 9000 rpm and tarmac bending 35 Nm torque at 7000 rpm. There is a 6-speed gearbox paired with the engine that take care of the reduction duties and is connected via a slipper clutch. It also gets two-way quick-shifter for seamless gearshifts on the race track.

With all this powerful numbers on the paper, the RC 390 dashes from 0 to 100 kmph in just 5.5 seconds and goes all the way up to a top speed of 170 kmph and more.

Fuel efficiency of the RC 390 is nothing to write home about as it manages only 25 kmpl in mixed riding conditions and when coupled to a sizable 13.7-litre fuel tank, the range you get from it is just 320-330 km in a tankful.

The dashboard is equipped with a Duke 390 sourced full colour TFT display that get Bluetooth connectivity feature as well. This meter console comes with a speedometer, odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, shift light, engine coolant temperature gauge, instantaneous fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, distance to empty and much more.

The new machine comes with Led headlights along with complete LED setup all across the bike including taillight and the turn indicators. The height adjustable clip-on handlebars provide different setups for riders to ride on the highways or on the race track.

RC 390 rides on 110 mm and 150 mm cross-section soft compound tyres from MRF which offers great grip on the city roads as well as on the race track. Coming to the suspension, you get USD forks at the front and adjustable monoshock suspension at the rear. This setup is tuned towards a stiffer side and the rider will feel each jolt from the bad section of roads and thus it is best to avoid bad roads in the RC 390. The dynamics of the bike is superb by all means as it takes on the corners like a hot knife cuts through a block of butter. Its highly rigid steel-trellis frame is agile and changes lane in an instant without much effort from the rider.

Braking performance comes from 320 mm rotors at the front gripped by radially mounted callipers with sintered brake pads for powerful bite and immediate speed reduction. The rear braking is handled by a 230 mm disc gripped by floating calliper at the rear. Rider safety net is provided by dual-channel ABS and IMU based cornering ABS and traction control for avoiding accidental wheel slips during braking, cornering and acceleration.

Model	KTM RC 390
Engine	373.2 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	42.9 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	110/70 R17
Rear Tyre	150/60 R17
Front Brake	Disc – 320mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	147 kg
Fuel Tank	13.7 Ltr
Mileage	25 kmpl
Top Speed	170 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	3.16 lakh

KTM 390 Adventure

Finally, in this list of Best KTM Bikes in India, we have the flagship product from KTM India. The KTM 390 Adventure is the most advanced adventure tourer bike in the entry level or middle weight segment. It comes with all the latest features and safety electronics to make it the best in what it is supposed to do, i.e., off-roading and highway touring.

KTM 390 Adventure is priced optimistically at 3.37 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi making it a little over priced when compared to the Duke 390 and other bikes in the segment. Dark Galvano Black and Factory Racing Blue are two paint options present on the 390 Adventure.

The design of the 390 Adventure is similar to that of the 250 Adventure from head to tail. The headlight is full LED setup and same can be said about the taillight and the turn indicators. It gets a tall windscreen visor that helps in deflecting those annoying wind-blast which one faces at 100 kmph and more.

The rider sits in an upright posture with handlebar raised enough to be comfortable with riding on sitting position and also when riding standing up on the footpegs. It gets a flat seat for both the rider and the pillion. However, the saddle height on the 390 Adv is 855 mm which is too high for short riders. It will suit only the tall rider with height over 5’10”.

At the heart of the KTM 390 Adventure is a 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, singe-cylinder engine with electronic fuel injection system and a 4-valve DOHC head for efficient breathing. This powerplant is bale to pump out 42.9 bhp of power at 9000 rpm and 37 Nm torque at 7000 rpm. As you can see, the engine is completely in same state of tune as we have seen on the Duke 390. Even the gearbox is same tall-geared 6-speed unit which you might find a bit low on thrust at low revs.

The flagship Adventure bike from KTM can be ridden for about 32 km in a single litre of petrol if the speed is kept under 100 kmph mark and throttle inputs are light. If these parameters are matched, the bike can provide a range of over 420 km in a single tankful.

It is built around a steel-trellis frame which is rigid and offers great stability and precise riding dynamics. The bike is suspended on a pair of USD forks up front and adjustable monoshock unit at the rear. For better off-road capability, the wheel travel of both front and rear suspension is 170 mm and 177 mm respectively. These numbers might be on the lesser side when compared to the Himalaya and the G 310 GS but are sufficient for the purpose. The 390 Adventure weighs in at just 177 kg wet and ready for adventure.

The braking system is lifted from the Duke 390 with 320 mm disc brake unit working at the front and 230 mm disc brake is present at the rear. Further safety net is provided by dual channel ABS which is suitable to super moto mode for off-road riding. A 3-axis IMU based cornering ABS and traction control is also offered for better safety around the corners. Apart from this, there is a bi-directional quick-shifter for quick clutch-less gearshifts on challenging off-road terrains.

Model	KTM 390 Adventure
Engine	373.2 cc
Cooling	Liquid-Cooled
Power	42.9 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque	37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed
Front Suspension	USD Fork
Rear Suspension	Monoshock
Front Tyre	100/90 x 19
Rear Tyre	130/80 x 17
Front Brake	Disc – 320mm
Rear Brake	Disc – 230mm
ABS	Dual-Channel
Weight	172 kg
Fuel Tank	14.5 Ltr
Mileage	28 kmpl
Top Speed	160 kmph
Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)	3.37 lakh

In Conclusion

This was the complete list of Best KTM Bikes in India which are on sale at present in the year 2023-24. We will be updating all the new KTM bikes with complete features and specifications right here on AutoBreeds.com.

KTM is known for their performance and brand value and for this reason, KTM rules over the premium bike segment under 3 lakh in India. All the bikes from KTM are aggressive in design and offers lower fuel efficiency when compared to their competition. However, the hardware offered by KTM is unmatchable by any other brand and company do not compromise on the quality of components used in their bikes.

KTM bikes are not meant for everyone as they have distinct character which is cherished by only hard-core motorcycle enthusiasts. Despite high fuel prices, the sales of KTM bikes are still strong and will continue to remain strong due to the value they offer.

If you already own an old bike, you have to sell bike before you can buy a new one. Also, if you are low on budget or considering an used bike, you can check for second hand bike in used bikes market in your area. However, you have to sell bike in the second hand bike market before you buy a new bike.

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 KTM Bikes in India Specifications: Engine and Gearbox

Model	Engine	Cooling	Power	Torque	Gearbox
KTM Duke 125	124.71 cc	Liquid-Cooled	14.3 bhp @ 9,250 rpm	12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm	6-Speed
KTM RC 125	124.71 cc	Liquid-Cooled	14.3 bhp @ 9,250 rpm	12 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
KTM Duke 250	248.8 cc	Liquid-Cooled	29.6 bhp @ 9,000 rpm	24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm	6-Speed
KTM 250 Adventure	248.8 cc	Liquid-Cooled	29.6 bhp @ 9,000 rpm	24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm	6-Speed
KTM Duke 390	373.2 cc	Liquid-Cooled	42.9 bhp @ 9,000 rpm	37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	6-Speed
KTM RC 390	373.2 cc	Liquid-Cooled	42.9 bhp @ 9,000 rpm	37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	6-Speed
KTM 390 Adventure	373.2 cc	Liquid-Cooled	42.9 bhp @ 9,000 rpm	37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm	6-Speed

Best KTM Bikes in India Specifications: Suspension and Tyres

Model	Front Suspension	Rear Suspension	Front Tyre	Rear Tyre
KTM Duke 125	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 R17	150/60 R17
KTM RC 125	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 R17	150/60 R17
KTM Duke 200	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 x 17	150/60 x 17
KTM RC 200	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 R17	150/60 R17
KTM Duke 250	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 x 17	150/60 x 17
KTM 250 Adventure	USD Fork	Monoshock	100/90 x 19	130/80 x 17
KTM Duke 390	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 x 17	150/60 x 17
KTM RC 390	USD Fork	Monoshock	110/70 R17	150/60 R17
KTM 390 Adventure	USD Fork	Monoshock	100/90 x 19	130/80 x 17

Best KTM Bikes in India Specifications: Brakes and Weight

Model	Front Brake	Rear Brake	ABS	Weight
KTM Duke 125	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Single-Channel	148.2 kg
KTM RC 125	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Single-Channel	148.2 kg
KTM Duke 200	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	159 kg
KTM RC 200	Disc – 300mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	160.6 kg
KTM Duke 250	Disc – 320mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	169 kg
KTM 250 Adventure	Disc – 320mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	177 kg
KTM Duke 390	Disc – 320mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	167 kg
KTM RC 390	Disc – 320mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	147 kg
KTM 390 Adventure	Disc – 320mm	Disc – 230mm	Dual-Channel	172 kg

Best KTM Bikes in India Specifications: Mileage and Price

Model	Fuel Tank	Mileage	Top Speed	Price (Ex-showroom Delhi)
KTM Duke 125	13.4 Ltr	40 kmpl	115 kmph	1.78 lakh
KTM RC 125	13.7 Ltr	40 kmpl	115 kmph	1.88 lakh
KTM Duke 200	13.4 Ltr	34 kmpl	138 kmph	1.91 lakh
KTM RC 200	13.7 Ltr	30 kmpl	140 kmph	2.14 lakh
KTM Duke 250	13.4 Ltr	30 kmpl	142 kmph	2.37 lakh
KTM 250 Adventure	14.5 Ltr	30 kmpl	140 kmph	2.44 lakh
KTM Duke 390	13.5 Ltr	25 kmpl	165 kmph	2.96 lakh
KTM RC 390	13.7 Ltr	25 kmpl	170 kmph	3.16 lakh
KTM 390 Adventure	14.5 Ltr	28 kmpl	160 kmph	3.37 lakh

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