KTM 125 Duke—A Bike with Great Performance & Fearless Look

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Key Highlights

Displacement

124.7 cc
Mileage

46.92 kmpl
Top Speed

112 Kmph
Kerb Weight

159 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity

13.4 litres
Seat Height

822 mm

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Latest on KTM 125 Duke

The KTM entry-level bike 125 Duke was launched in November 2018 and gained huge success.
Over the years, the motorcycle got many changes and a new model with some design changes that look similar to Duke 200.
Earlier, the bike price was around Rs 1,75,942, the bikes received a hike of Rs 2,099 in July 2022, and the latest bike price is around Rs 1,78,041 (ex-showroom Delhi price).

Introduction of KTM 125 Duke

The KTM 125 Duke is an entry-level bike with an engine power of 124.7cc; firstly launched in 2018, the Duke 125 turned out to be the most sold bike for KTM in the Indian market.

The bike might look like a standard street bike in terms of specification on paper, but it is built with the same attitude as the other KTM bikes. A bike with a muscular and raw look impresses every bike lover.

Over the years, Duke 125 has changed, and its new design is inspired by the KTM Duke 200, the build material used is of high quality and can easily be seen on a bike with the perfect touch and finishing.

KTM 125 Duke is one of India’s most affordable KTM bikes but looks overpriced compared to other bikes with the same features and performance. The KTM bikes are loved in India, and earlier also, KTM had success with their 125-segment motorcycle, and the upgraded version is as impressive as the earlier one.

What's new in the latest model?

The KTM 125 Duke is the most affordable KTM bike available in the Indian Market; the new baby Duke got its design from its elder sibling KTM Duke 200.

The new KTM 125 has re-designed headlamps similar to those used in Duke 200 and has some mechanical and cosmetic overhauls.

The new model of KTM 125 Duke has got the LCD rather than the TFT display used in the earlier one; in terms of its mechanical aspects, the new model also has the same 125cc engine but a BSVI engine, unlike the BSIV engine that was used earlier.

Highlights of KTM 125 Duke

Design of KTM 125 Duke

The KTM 125 Duke shares its design with its elder sibling KTM 200 Duke; the bike also uses a trellis frame in other KTM bikes. The motorcycle gets a muscular and raw look. The split headlamps enhance the front part with projector headlights and LED DRLs.

The side gets mounted by exhaust which uses a special three-chambers with catalytic converter. The design gives it a sleek look and LED lights, and an exhaust underbelly complements the bike’s tail. The high-quality seat of the bike provides the rider with a good experience even on long routes.

With the slight change in the design from the previous model, the bike’s weight has also increased. The KTM 125 Duke weighs around 159 Kg which is a bit heavier compared to other bikes in this segment.

Colour & Variants of KTM 125 Duke

KTM 125 Duke is available in 2 colours:

Electric Orange
Ceramic White

KTM 125 Duke is available in 1 variant:

KTM 125 Duke

Features of KTM 125 Duke

Looking at the features of the KTM 125 Duke, it is complemented by many new and supportive features.

At the front head, the bike gets a digital console that displays the gear readings indicating position, fuel indicator, tachometer, real-time fuel efficiency, average fuel efficiency, side stand warning light, a clock, and many other readings.

The bike is also coupled with a shift indicator placed in the centre. Apart from this, the bike gets single-channel ABS in terms of safety. The fuel tank of the bike got increased to 13.5 litres.

The perfectly placed footpegs and handlebars make it easy for the rider to go for long rides without getting exhausted.

Engine of KTM 125 Duke

The KTM 125 Duke gets powered by a 124.71cc BSVI single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine ( used in earlier bikes as well); it can generate the power of 14.5PS at 9250 rpm and the max torque of 12 NM at 8000 rpm.

The engine is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and misses out on the assist of the slipper clutch.

Suspension and brakes of KTM 125 Duke

The bike has a split trellis frame used in KTM earlier bikes as well; the bike rides on triple rate inverted telescopic fork suspension at the front and double rate mono-shock suspension at the rear.

The bike has disc brakes on both front and rear tyres; single-channel ABS complements the motorcycle, and a 300mm disc at the front and a 230mm disc at the rear tyre perform braking duties.

Pros and Cons of KTM 125 Duke

Pros

The build material and the body are excellent.
The engine is powerful and churns out an outstanding performance.
A new refined engine has been used.

Cons

Quite expensive when compared to other bikes of this segment.
It misses out on the service of dual-channel ABS.
The engine is loaded with sophisticated underpinnings.

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Specifications & Features

Power & Performance

Fuel Type

Petrol
Max Power

14.3 bhp @ 9,250 rpm
Max Torque

12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Emission Standard

BS-VI
Displacement

124.7 cc
Cylinders

1
Bore

58 mm
Stroke

47.2 mm
Valves Per Cylinder

4
Compression Ratio

12.8:1
Ignition

Digital Ignition
Spark Plugs

1 Per Cylinder
Cooling System

Liquid Cooled
Transmission

6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type

Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern

1 Down 5 Up
Clutch

Wet multi-disc clutch
Fuel Delivery System

Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity

13.4 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity

2.7 litres
Riding Range

536 Km
Mileage - ARAI

46.92 kmpl
Mileage - Owner Reported

40 kmpl
Top Speed

112 Kmph
Engine Type

4 Valve

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Braking System

Single Channel ABS
Front Brake Type

Disc
Front Brake Size

300 mm
Rear Brake Type

Disc
Rear Brake Size

230 mm
Calliper Type

Front- 4 Piston , Rear- 2 Piston Caliper
Wheel Type

Alloy
Front Wheel Size

17 inch
Rear Wheel Size

17 inch
Front Tyre Size

110/70 - R17
Rear Tyre Size

150/60 - R17
Tyre Type

Tubeless
Radial Tyres

Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)

29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

32 psi
Front Suspension

WP USD forks, 43mm diameter
Rear Suspension

WP Monoshock, 10 step adjustable

Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight

159 kg
Overall Length

1,993 mm
Overall Width

789 mm
Overall Height

1,083 mm
Wheelbase

1,366 mm
Ground Clearance

155 mm
Seat Height

822 mm
Chassis Type

Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)

Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty (Year)

2 Year
Standard Warranty (Kilometers)

30000

Features

Odometer

Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)

Yes
Mobile App Connectivity

No
GPS & Navigation

No
USB charging port

No
Front storage box

No
Under seat storage

No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)

Yes
Speedometer

Digital
Fuel Guage

Yes
Tachometer

Digital
Stand Alarm

Yes
Stepped Seat

Yes
No. of Tripmeters

2
Tripmeter Type

Digital
Low Fuel Indicator

Yes
Low Oil Indicator

Yes
Low Battery Indicator

Yes
Pillion Backrest

No
Pillion Grabrail

Yes
Pillion Seat

Yes
Pillion Footrest

Yes
Digital Fuel Guage

Yes
Start Type

Electric Start
Shift Light

Yes
Killswitch

Yes
Clock

Yes
Battery

12 V, 8 AH MF battery
Headlight Type

Halogen
Brake/Tail Light

LED tail lamp
Turn Signal

Yes
Pass Light

Yes
Additional features

LCD Display

Expert Reviews

The most affordable KTM bike available in the Indian market, the KTM 125 Duke, is a solid street bike with a refined KTM engine. Powered by a 124.7cc engine, the bike performs smoothly in the city and highways.
Once the most sold KTM bike, the Duke 125 has got an all-new makeover in terms of its design and some features as well; the design is inspired by the KTM Duke 200; the bike gives an aggressive look and catches the attention even in heavy traffic.
The bike supports a 124.7cc engine that develops a power of 14.5PS, the engine looks small on paper, but on the streets, it gives a smooth riding performance to its riders.
The bike’s seat is richly cushioned with good build material, allowing the rider to get exhausted easily. The perfectly placed footpegs and handlebars allow the rider to stay comfortable throughout the journey.
The bike has disc brakes on both the rear and front ends and gets supported by a dual-channel ABS; though dual-channel ABS could have replaced it, it still works out very well.
The bike is perfectly built for the person who has just started to ride a bike without a booster engine.

Top 3 Competitors of KTM 125 Duke

KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 V2

The price of the KTM 125 Duke is around Rs 1.75 lakh which is almost Rs 11,500, costlier than the base model of the Yamaha MT 15 V2, priced at around Rs 1.64 lakh.

The Yamaha MT 15 V2 is ahead of KTM 125 Duke in terms of engine and power. Yamaha MT 15 gets powered by a 155cc engine that develops a max power of 18.4 PS, whereas the KTM 125 Duke gets powered by a 124.7cc engine that develops a max power of 14.5PS.

The claimed mileage of the KTM 125 Duke is almost 47 kmpl, while the claimed mileage of the Yamaha MT 15 V2 is much better than the 125 Duke with nearly 57 kmpl.

KTM 125 Duke is available in only one colour, while Yamaha MT 15 V2 is available in 5 colour options.

KTM 125 Duke vs Bajaj Dominar 250

The price of both the bikes, the KTM 125 Duke and the Bajaj Dominar 250, are almost similar. The cost of both bikes is around Rs 1.75 lakhs.

If we compare both bikes’ power and engine, Bajaj Dominar dominates the section by a good margin. The KTM 125 Duke gets powered by a 124.7cc engine and generates a max power of 14.5PS, while the Dominar 250 is powered by a powerful 248.77 cc engine and develops a hooping power of 27PS.

The Bajaj Dominar 250 is available in 3 colouring options: red, black, and green, while KTM 125 Duke is available in only one colour option: orange.

KTM 125 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

KTM 125 Duke does not have direct competitors because of its price and engine segment, but if compared with other street bikes at this price, then TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is one of them.

The price of KTM 125 Duke is around Rs 1.75 lakhs, while the price of TVS Apache RTR 200 is around Rs 1.39 lakhs which is almost Rs 36,000 cheaper than Duke 125.

The TVS Apache gets powered by a strong 197.75cc engine that generates a max power of 20.82PS, while on the other side KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7cc engine capable of generating a max power of 14.5PS.

Both bikes are available with one colour option; KTM 125 Duke comes in orange colour while TVS Apache RTR 200 is available in Blue colour.

Compare of KTM 125 Duke

Model
Price
Displacement
Max Torque
Max Power
Fuel Type
Fuel Tank Capacity
Cooling System
Kerb Weight
Front Tyre Size
Rear Tyre Size
Mileage
Wheel Type
Front Brake Type
Rear Brake Type
Engine Type

KTM 125 Duke
Rs 1.75 Lakh

Rs 1.78 Lakh

Rs 1.78 Lakh

Rs 1.71 Lakh

Rs 1.76 Lakh

Rs 1.75 Lakh
124.7 cc
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
14.3 bhp @ 9,250 rpm
Petrol
13.4 litres
Liquid Cooled
159 kg
110/70 - R17
150/60 - R17
46.92 kmpl
Alloy
Disc
Disc
4 Valve

Bajaj Dominar 250
Rs 1.64 Lakh

Rs 1.64 Lakh

Rs 1.64 Lakh

Rs 1.64 Lakh

Rs 1.54 Lakh

Rs 1.64 Lakh
248.8 cc
23.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
26.63 bhp @ 8,500 rpm
Petrol
13 litres
Liquid Cooled
180 kg
100/80 - 17
130/70 - 17
35 kmpl
Alloy
Disc
Disc
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC, 4 valve, Liquid Cooled, Twin Spark, FI
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Yamaha MT15
Rs 1.96 Lakh

Rs 1.93 Lakh

Rs 1.98 Lakh

Rs 1.96 Lakh

Rs 2.14 Lakh

Rs 1.69 Lakh
155 cc
14.1 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
18.14 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
Petrol
10 litres
Liquid Cooled
139 kg
100/80 - 17
140/70 - R17
56.87 kmpl
Alloy
Disc
Disc
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
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Conclusion

KTM first launched its 125-segment bike in 2018, which turned out to be the highest-selling bike for KTM in the Indian market, and now the same Duke 125 has got a new makeover. The new design of the KTM 125 Duke is much similar to its Duke 200.

For people looking for a bike for daily commuting, the KTM 125 Duke can be a vital option.

Though the bike sounds a bit expensive compared to other bikes offering the same features and specifications, if we look at the build quality and the strength of the bike, then undoubtedly it’s the best among them.

The KTM 125 Duke is a go-to-go bike for people looking to purchase a bike for the first time and looking for something different that offers a sleek raw design and an engine that makes the wheels run smooth as butter.

FAQs

Is the KTM 125 Duke worth buying?

When KTM launched its 125-segment bike, it was the most sold KTM bike in India, and it was because of its built quality and the performance that it offered to bikers, and the new Duke 125 is no less than in comparison to its earlier version.

In how many variants is the KTM 125 Duke available?

The new KTM 125 Duke is available in only one variant, with two colour options -Electric Orange & Ceramic white.

What is the top speed of Duke 125?

The KTM duke bike can go up to the max speed of 70mph.

Is the KTM Duke 125 good for short-height people?

The new KTM Duke 125 looks a bit high to the naked eye, and therefore short people tend to avoid riding this one, but with a saddle height of 2.68 feet, the bike can easily be driven by short-height people of no more than 5 feet.