The 2023 200 Duke has been launched by KTM India within the Indian market at a worth of ₹1.96 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), which is a rise of ₹3,155 in comparison with the earlier 200 Duke mannequin.
Notably, the one modification made to the motorbike is the inclusion of the brand new LED headlamp borrowed from the 390 Duke. It will likely be out there in two coloration choices, specifically Digital Orange and Metallic Silver. The 2023 200 Duke might be in competitors with the Bajaj Pulsar NS200, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, and Suzuki Gixxer 250.
With the introduction of the brand new headlamp, the 2023 200 Duke additionally incorporates a recent set of LED Daytime Working Lamps. The headlamp unit now incorporates 32 LEDs accompanied by six reflectors to reinforce the beam. The design of the headlamp unit attracts inspiration from the headlamp discovered on the 1290 Tremendous Duke R mannequin.
The 2023 200 Duke retains its liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine with a displacement of 199.5 cc. It delivers an influence output of 24.68 bhp at 10,000 rpm and a most torque of 19.3 Nm at 8,000 rpm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Moreover, the engine is OBD2 compliant and able to operating on E20 gas.
KTM has opted for a break up trellis tubular body for the 2023 200 Duke, which is shared with the 250 Duke and 390 Duke fashions. This body design is supported by 43 mm USD forks on the entrance and a 10-step adjustable monoshock on the rear, each sourced from WP Apex. By way of braking, the motorbike incorporates a 300 mm entrance disc and a 230 mm rear disc. The calipers are offered by Bybre, and the bike is supplied with dual-channel ABS together with SuperMoto ABS, which affords single-channel ABS performance.
The 2023 200 Duke will retain its LCD digital instrument cluster, which offers ample info to the rider. Moreover, there are strategically positioned tell-tale lights on the cluster.
Sumeet Narang, President (Probiking), Bajaj Auto Ltd. “The KTM 200 DUKE is widely known for its distinctive design, class-leading options, and distinctive READY TO RACE efficiency. And that’s what it makes the dream bike for younger KTM fans. This LED headlamp improve makes the bike sharper and extra premium than earlier than. With this improve, we’re persevering with the revolution that was ushered within the efficiency biking phase with the KTM 200 DUKE was first launched in India.
Up to date: 19 Jun 2023, 12:59 PM IST