KTM Duke 200

KTM has launched the updated BS-IV version in the form of 2017 200 Duke in India. The 200 Duke was KTM's first offering for India. The bike has been a good combination of performance, features and value pricing for the performance-starved masses. 

The new 200 Duke misses out on the new KTM design language that can be seen on the 390 Duke and the 250 Duke. To keep the design fresh, the 200 Duke gets new graphics and three new colours. The 200 Duke now gets orange wheels instead of black on the previous model.

The sharp and edgy lines of the bike with the bright styling have worked well among the youngsters. The sculpted fuel tank, small tail section, underbelly exhaust, exposed trellis frame, minimalistic bodywork should keep the design relevant even today. The 200 Duke gets an all-digital instrument console that houses a plethora of information and is among the best in the segment. But the cluttered layout means that it isn’t easy to read on the go. Fit and finish are decent overall. The 200 Duke gets top kit in the form of a trellis frame, high-spec 43m WP upside down forks at the front and a WP monoshock at the rear. Braking duties are handled by a 300mm front disc clamped to radially mounted Bybre callipers and a 240mm rear disc. It misses out on ABS. The bike is a sharp handler with quick reflexes and is a great cornering tool. The MRF radial tyres that the bike comes shod with, complements the chassis. Ride quality is on the stiffer side as handling has been given preference over comfort.

The 200 Duke gets a 199.5cc liquid cooled motor that produces 26PS and 19.2 Nm of torque. The 200 Duke has been known for its frantic nature and its performance is one of the key highlights. The 130kg kerb weight endows the bike with an impressive power-to-weight ratio. The motor is free revving and has a typical exhaust note. Cruising speeds above 100kmph don't take much effort barring for the wind blast. 

The KTM 200 Duke is priced at Rs 1.43 lakhs (Ex-Delhi). It faces competition from the TVS RTR 200 and the Bajaj 200 NS.