KTM has just dropped an intriguing teaser on social media, sparking excitement for a potential new motorcycle launch. The image showcases a Duke with the caption, “The streets are ready. Are you?” Many are speculating that this could be the highly anticipated 160 Duke. This model is expected to share its framework with the 200 Duke, featuring a trellis frame complemented by a USD fork up front and a mono-shock suspension in the rear. Expect the 160 Duke to mirror the bold design of the 200cc streetfighter. The engine is likely to be a detuned version of the single-cylinder unit found in the 200cc model. It seems the 160 Duke is set to take over the 125 Duke’s place in KTM’s lineup and the Duke/RC 200 in the far away future. KTM RC 250 has always been in the pipeline for the Indian market.
The KTM 160cc platform is set to bring in more Bajaj motorcycles as well. We have reported A Pulsar RS 160 on the way as well. The NS 160 and N 160 are already up on sale. This way, Bajaj group of motorcycle manufacturers will target the Yamaha R15 and MT-15 along with other motorcycles in this segment. The 160cc market is growing while everything around it, is shrinking such as the 150 and 200cc motorcycles.
