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KTM 160 Duke Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 comparison

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KTM 160 Duke Price
Ex-Showroom Price
New Delhi
₹ 1.71 Lakh
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₹ 7.91 Lakh
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KTM 160 Duke Vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the 160 Duke Vs Ninja 650 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 Ninja 650 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 7.91 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 DukeKawasaki Ninja 650
Price₹ 1.71 Lakh₹ 7.91 Lakh
ManufacturerKTMKawasaki
Body TypeSportsSports
Mileage38.00 KM/L21.00 KM/L
Power18.7 bhp @ 9,500 rpm bhp67.07 bhp @ 8000 rpm bhp
Engine164.2 CC649.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

160 Duke Vs Ninja 650 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 base engine returns 21 KM/L. The KTM 160 Duke base returns 38 KM/L.

160 Duke Vs Ninja 650 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Kawasaki Ninja 650 gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM 160 Duke comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single-cylinder, SOHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, Parallel Twin
Engine CC 164.2 CC649.0 CC
Engine Power 18.7 Bhp @ 9,500 Rpm67.07 Bhp @ 8000 Rpm
Max Torque 15.5 Nm @ 7,500 Rpm62.1 Nm @ 6,700 Rpm
Top Speed 120 kmph210 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard BS6BS6 Phase 2
Valves per Cylinder 44
Cooling System Liquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Fuel Delivery FIFuel Injection
Starting Mechanism Electric Self-StartSelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 2072 mm2115 mm
Width 831 mm740 mm
Height 1109 mm1145 mm
Wheelbase 1357 mm1410 mm
Ground Clearance 174 mm130 mm
Kerb Weight 147 kg196 kg
Seat Height 815 mm790 mm
Chassis Type Split Trellis FrameTrellis, High-tensile Steel

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 10.1 L15.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity N/A2.3 L
Mileage 38.00 KM/L21.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range 380 km315 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension WP USD Fork (138 Mm Travel) Telescopic Fork @ 41 Mm Diameter
Rear Suspension Monoshock (161 Mm Travel) Horizontal Back-link Swingarm
Front Brake Type Disc (radial Caliper)Dual Semi-floating Petal Discs
Front Disc/Drum Size 320 mm300 mm
Rear Brake Type Disc (floating Caliper)Single Petal Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 230 mm220 mm
Tyre Type TubelessTubeless
Front Tyre 110/70-17120/70-17 ZRI7M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre 140/60-17160/60-17 ZRI7M/C (69W)
Wheel Type 17-inch Alloy WheelsAlloy Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument ConsoleFully DigitalTFT Digital
OdometerDigitalDigital
SpeedometerDigitalDigital
Fuel GaugeDigitalDigital
Start MechanismSelf-start OnlySelf-Start
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes
Stand IndicatorYesNo
Tripmeter Countticktick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalDigital
Low Battery IndicatorNoYes
Gear IndicatorYesYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder IndicatorYesNo
Pillion Seat TypeStepped SeatStep-Up Seat
Remote KeyNoNo
Cruise ControlNoNo
Improved Windshield-tick
Smartphone Connectivity-tick
TFT Colour Instrumentation-tick

Safety Features

Traction ControlNoNo
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
SOSNoNo

Manufacturer Warranty

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

Additonal Features

Key Features

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