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KTM 160 Duke Vs BMW S 1000 R comparison

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KTM 160 Duke Price
Ex-Showroom Price
New Delhi
₹ 1.71 Lakh
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₹ 21.27 Lakh
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KTM 160 Duke Vs BMW S 1000 R Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the 160 Duke Vs S 1000 R on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

160 Duke Vs S 1000 R – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW S 1000 R in New Delhi starts at ₹ 21.27 Lakh. On the other hand, KTM 160 Duke price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 1.71 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 1.79 Lakh for range topping model.

SummaryKTM 160 DukeBMW S 1000 R
Price₹ 1.71 Lakh₹ 21.27 Lakh
ManufacturerKTMBMW
Body TypeSportsSports
Mileage38.00 KM/L16.10 KM/L
Power18.7 bhp @ 9,500 rpm bhp162.00 bhp
Engine164.2 CC999.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

160 Duke Vs S 1000 R – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW S 1000 R base engine returns 16 KM/L. The KTM 160 Duke base returns 38 KM/L.

160 Duke Vs S 1000 R – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW S 1000 R gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM 160 Duke comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single-cylinder, SOHCWater/Oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke In-line Engine, Four Valve
Engine CC 164.2 CC999.0 CC
Engine Power 18.7 Bhp @ 9,500 Rpm162.00
Max Torque 15.5 Nm @ 7,500 Rpm114.00
Top Speed 120 kmph200 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard BS6BS6
Valves per Cylinder 44
Cooling System Liquid CooledWater/oil-Cooled
Fuel Delivery FIElectronic Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism Electric Self-StartSelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 2072 mm2090 mm
Width 831 mm812 mm
Height 1109 mm1115 mm
Wheelbase 1357 mm1450 mm
Ground Clearance 174 mm140 mm
Kerb Weight 147 kg199 kg
Seat Height 815 mm830 mm
Chassis Type Split Trellis FrameBridge-type Aluminium Laminate Frame With Load-bearing Engine

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 10.1 L16.5 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity N/A4.0 L
Mileage 38.00 KM/L16.10 KM/L
Overall Riding Range 380 km265 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension WP USD Fork (138 Mm Travel)Upside-down Telescopic Fork Ø 46 Mm, Compression And Rebound Stage Adjustable
Rear Suspension Monoshock (161 Mm Travel)Aluminium 2-sided Swing Arm, Rebound Damping Adjustable
Front Brake Type Disc (radial Caliper)Twin Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size 320 mm320 mm
Rear Brake Type Disc (floating Caliper)Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 230 mm220 mm
Tyre Type TubelessTubeless
Front Tyre 110/70-17120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre 140/60-17190/55 ZR 17
Wheel Type 17-inch Alloy WheelsCast Aluminium Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument ConsoleFully DigitalTFT Digital
OdometerDigitalDigital
SpeedometerDigitalDigital
Fuel GaugeDigitalDigital
Start MechanismSelf-start OnlySelf-Start
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes
Stand IndicatorYesYes
Tripmeter Countticktick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalDigital
Low Battery IndicatorNoYes
Gear IndicatorYesYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder IndicatorYesYes
Pillion Seat TypeStepped SeatSplit Seat
Remote KeyNoNo
Cruise ControlNoNo
Coloured TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity-cross
One-piece seat bench-cross
Rear pre-load adjustable-cross
Rear rebound adjustable-cross
Riding Modes Rain/Road-cross
Upside down fork-cross

Safety Features

Traction ControlNoYes
ABSDual-channel ABDual-Channel
Engine Kill SwitchYesYes
Anti-TheftNoNo

Electricals

Head LightDual LED HeadlightLED
Tail LightLEDLED
Turn Signal LampYesYes
DRLsYesYes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)NoYes
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone ConnectivityYesYes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
GPS & NavigationYesYes
USB Charging PortNoYes
SOSNoYes

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty2-year Warranty3 Years
Standard Vehicle Warranty10 Years (extended Warranty Offered)3 Years

Additonal Features

Key Features

Adjustable hand brake and clutch levers-cross

Competitor of KTM 160 Duke

Competitor of BMW S 1000 R

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