KTM 125 Duke registered 3069 units in March 2019, claiming the highest selling spot in the brand’s lineup by beating the 200 Duke by more than 1000 units. The powerful 124.7cc engine, along with a long list of segment-first features has made Duke 125 the most desired 125cc motorcycle of India. The only obstacle in its exponential growth route is Yamaha MT-15, registering over 5000 units after claiming a huge INR 1.36 lakh price tag. The premium feel from both the motorcycles is worth-praising but, KTM takes the lead with better tyres, USD front forks, and handling-enhancing parts. The Yamaha motorcycle offers a better console and lighting system.
KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7cc, single cylinder engine, producing 14.5 HP of maximum power and taking the majority of 150cc bikes down with its performance. The price tag of INR 1.25 lakh makes it the most expensive motorcycle of its segment, costing almost twice as an average top-spec model of the 125cc league. As others struggle to have 80-section tyres for both the ends, KTM 125 Duke comes with a 150-section rear tyre with an orange finish on alloy wheels. The launch price of the model was INR 1.18 lakh while jump of INR 7000 was witnessed this month.
Sales Data Source: AutoPunditz
Technical Specifications
- Displacement: 124.7cc
- Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
- Max. Power: 14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm
- Max. Torque: 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
- Gearbox: 6-Speed
- Fuel System: Fuel Injection
- Front Brake: 300mm Single Disc
- Rear Brake: 230mm Single Disc
- 1-Channel ABS
- Front Suspension: USD Forks
- Rear Suspension: Monoshock
- Overall Length: 1993 mm
- Overall Width: 789 mm
- Overall Height: 1083 mm
- Ground Clearance: 175 mm
- Seat Height: 818 mm
- Wheelbase: 1366 mm
- Kerb/Wet Weight: 148 kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.2 litres
- Front Tyre: 110/70-17
- Rear Tyre: 150/60-17
- Frame: Trellis Frame
