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The KTM Duke 200 is ridden and reviewed by xBhp. For complete details read on.
Sunny, Sunny.
Yes Officer.
Scraping Your Knee?
No Officer.
Show me your knee.
Ha, Ha, Ha.
What is KTM? KTM Factory Visit : Austria - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community ).
The KTM 200 (or the Duke 200)
READY TO RACE?
Prologue PresentFirst Impression: The Looks of it
^the wide tank also doubles up as a bikini fairing
^your key to hooliganism
^The LED indicators
^Hydroformed handlebars : Better strength at clamping location
^What everyone else on the road will get to see of this bike
^and the alien looking front
^aftermarket sprockets
^number plate holder
^seat cowl
The Tricked out KTM 200
^The WP suspension
^the tank cap sticker
^the LED array, a different look
^the tank pad
^Objects in the rear view mirror....
^to avoid that unwelcomed pillion
The Console
Multifunction (MFD) cockpitStyle: 5/5
For: The insane street-fighter styling and world class finishing quality
Against:Performance and Handling
^That says it all!
On Paper
What can you expect from a bike whose power to weight ratio is 184 PS/Ton?Ergonomics and Comfort
Left Profile:
Once you sit on the Duke you realize how aggressive and yet comfortable it is. The view in front of you is wide and clear, no obstructions, no windscreens. The tube type handlebar was perfect, with all the controls being at hand without much thumb shifting. The controls are backlit (as with the Pulsars), and that certainly add a lot of techno-charm to it.
The Pillion seat looks small but surprisingly accommodated me sitting behind Gourab with all my camera gear at speeds over 100kmph. The split grab rails helped.
SpeedMax speeds in each gear
(as noticed while testing - all approx)
1st gear - 40km/h
2nd gear-60km/h
3rd gear-80km/h
4th gear-100km/h
5th gear-116km/h
6th gear-136km/h
All the above figures are at 10000rpm where it hits the red line
100km in 6th gear @ 7000rpm
Roll on figures (approximate):
0-60km/hr (in sec)
0-100km/hr (in sec)
5th gear 6th gear
KTM 200 7.66 9.76
CBR250 10.20 12.94
R15 13.20 15.60
Handling and BrakingThe Game
To see how nimble and flickable the bike really was, I took inspiration for the Ducati Panigale video and planned a few knee knockdowns myself.
Here is the setup:
And here is the first victim:
and the second...
Fuel?
The compression ratio of the Duke 200 is 11.3:1. Now whether that means it will not behave itself when fed with anything less than 95 octane remains to be seen. That is something we need to find out on a long ride. In comparison the compression ratios of some popular bikes are:
Ninja 250R: 11.6
KTM 200 : 11.3
CBR 250R: 10.7
Yamaha R15: 10.4
Pulsar 220: 9.5
ZMR: 9
Going by the above it seems that the KTM200 should have no problems in running on any standard Unleaded fuel if required. However we would recommend at least brands like xTra Premium and Speed that fall within 91 - 93 octane.
The European spec KTM 200 has 95 Octane recommendations, but for India they apparently did some fuel mapping changes, and that was a wise move considering the vast expanse of our nation and their dubious quality controls over fuel (amongst other things).
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^Thats not the fuel cap, its the coolant cap, right besides the tank!
Specific Power Output Comparision
Roll On (Passing Acceleration)
The KTM 200 vs CBR250R Acceleration Index
0 to 60 kmph figures
0 to 100 kmph
Performance: 4.5/5
For: Stupendous acceleration and control.
Against: No ABS?
Tyres
MRF ReVZ-C
Front
Rear
For who is this bike suitable for?
If this is your first motorcycle?If I am a student or in college?If I am over 40 and have a farm house and a big bike and am well settled?Just make sure you are not too fat though.
If I like to tour a lot, and abuse my bikes?If I am a narcissist?
Then you should not get this one. It will make you look outdated, unless you are a Transformer or a Robocop.
If I am a cop?A Thug?
If you are in India, even a CD100 would do, but if you plan to make a getaway on the autobahn then perhaps the SuperDuke 990 would be better.
If I was going to buy a CBR250 or a Ninja 250 or any bike around the 1 lakh mark?
Last Word
I will be what you want me to be.
URBAN WARRIOR:TRACK JUNKIETOURERSTUNTER
See Rok Bagoros on a KTM 125 and there will be no doubts on the capabilities of the insanely hooliganistic nature of the 200. It will be for sure the kind of stunt bikes in India. A problem for its sister here in Bajaj (Pulsar you hiding somewhere, eh?)
^Mass centralization, good for balance and stunting!
The World is getting younger, and the power is shifting to Asia . This bike is proof of that. The bike is built for youngsters and also the veteran population who want a second bike. The bike is built for the super economies of the future that have immense disposable income distributed in its middle classes.
The bike is for the future super-biker who wants a bike which looks good and goes TODAY without breaking the bank.
The future is orange and the other companies like Ducati and BMW have no option but to get into this game if they have to earn big money.
Perhaps soon we shall see a Ducati Monster 250 and a BMW S250R, soon!
Now how do I book an appointment with you Mr.Duke?
Epilogue PRICE?
We dont know, but it would be max 1.5 lacs on road.
LAUNCH AND BOOKING DATE
We guess it to be on 3rd January 2012.
KTM 200 Duke Specifications
The Standard Crap
No. of Cylinders 1
Cubic Capacity 199.50
Bore x Stroke (mm) 72 x 49
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Valve and Cooling DOHC 4V, Liquid Cooled, Fuel Injection
Power (Bhp/RPM) 25 Ps @ 10000rpm
Torque (Nm/RPM) 19 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Transmission 6 Speed, claw shifted
Cooling System Liquid
Front Tyre Size 110/70 x 17
Rear Tyre Size 150/60 x 17
Wheelbase (mm) 1367
Front Brake 280 mm disc
Rear Brake 230 mm disc
Fuel Capacity (liters) 10.5
Seat Height (mm) 810
Kerb Weight (kg) 136
Front suspension USD, Telescopic fork, 43mm dia
Rear Suspension Monoshock
Front fork travel (mm)140mm
Real wheel travel(mm)150mm
Headlamp 12V 60/55W H4
Battery 12V 8AH VRLA
Vehicle Features:
Aluminum Swing ArmSuspensionAbout WP: WP means White Power. For more then 30 years now, ever since it was founded in Netherlands (but now that facility is closed) WP Suspension is developing advanced suspension products to satisfy the high demands of motorcyclists, world wide. Various motorcycle manufacturers, such as BMW, Husaberg and KTM use WP Suspension products in the production of their motorcycles. In 1999 it was taken over 100% by KTM. Today it produces OEMS and aftermarkets for BMW as well as KTM at the Munderfing facility in Europe.
This what I attained after riding the K200 on the track..
And thats me below..
Sunny, Sunny.
Yes Officer.
Scraping Your Knee?
No Officer.
Show me your knee.
Ha, Ha, Ha.
Photos and Text: Sundeep Gajjar / motoGrapher.com and Gourab Das (MG)
Some graphs: From Bajaj
Click on the small thumbnails to see the bigger photo
Some graphs: From Bajaj
Click on the small thumbnails to see the bigger photo
The KTM 200 (or the Duke 200)
READY TO RACE?
Prologue PresentFirst Impression: The Looks of it
^the wide tank also doubles up as a bikini fairing
^your key to hooliganism
^The LED indicators
^Hydroformed handlebars : Better strength at clamping location
^What everyone else on the road will get to see of this bike
^and the alien looking front
^aftermarket sprockets
^number plate holder
^seat cowl
The Tricked out KTM 200^The WP suspension
^the tank cap sticker
^the LED array, a different look
^the tank pad
^Objects in the rear view mirror....
^to avoid that unwelcomed pillion
The ConsoleMultifunction (MFD) cockpitStyle: 5/5
For: The insane street-fighter styling and world class finishing quality
Against:Performance and Handling
^That says it all!
On Paper
What can you expect from a bike whose power to weight ratio is 184 PS/Ton?Ergonomics and Comfort
Left Profile:
Once you sit on the Duke you realize how aggressive and yet comfortable it is. The view in front of you is wide and clear, no obstructions, no windscreens. The tube type handlebar was perfect, with all the controls being at hand without much thumb shifting. The controls are backlit (as with the Pulsars), and that certainly add a lot of techno-charm to it.
The Pillion seat looks small but surprisingly accommodated me sitting behind Gourab with all my camera gear at speeds over 100kmph. The split grab rails helped.
SpeedMax speeds in each gear
(as noticed while testing - all approx)
1st gear - 40km/h
2nd gear-60km/h
3rd gear-80km/h
4th gear-100km/h
5th gear-116km/h
6th gear-136km/h
All the above figures are at 10000rpm where it hits the red line
100km in 6th gear @ 7000rpm
Roll on figures (approximate):
0-60km/hr (in sec)
0-100km/hr (in sec)
5th gear 6th gear
KTM 200 7.66 9.76
CBR250 10.20 12.94
R15 13.20 15.60
Here are all the top speed figures by different publications take your pick.We tested the KTM 200 top end at 138 Kmph speedo indicated.
R15 V1
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R15 V1
ACIZigwheelsBIODZMR
BIODACIP220 DTSi
BIODACI
Handling and BrakingThe Game
To see how nimble and flickable the bike really was, I took inspiration for the Ducati Panigale video and planned a few knee knockdowns myself.
Here is the setup:
And here is the first victim:
and the second...
Fuel?
The compression ratio of the Duke 200 is 11.3:1. Now whether that means it will not behave itself when fed with anything less than 95 octane remains to be seen. That is something we need to find out on a long ride. In comparison the compression ratios of some popular bikes are:
Ninja 250R: 11.6
KTM 200 : 11.3
CBR 250R: 10.7
Yamaha R15: 10.4
Pulsar 220: 9.5
ZMR: 9
Going by the above it seems that the KTM200 should have no problems in running on any standard Unleaded fuel if required. However we would recommend at least brands like xTra Premium and Speed that fall within 91 - 93 octane.
The European spec KTM 200 has 95 Octane recommendations, but for India they apparently did some fuel mapping changes, and that was a wise move considering the vast expanse of our nation and their dubious quality controls over fuel (amongst other things).
[IMG]
[/IMG]^Thats not the fuel cap, its the coolant cap, right besides the tank!
PLEASE NOTE: We forgot to add this initially but all the graphs and figures you see below are taken from Bajaj presentations given at the preview. They were redrawn partly from rough sketches and partly from memory. Hence there could be some errors, so please do not eat us up for that,w eare going our best! We would urge people to post more reliable info on figures from a reliable publication here and we will update the figures accordingly.
Specific Power Output Comparision
Roll On (Passing Acceleration)
The KTM 200 vs CBR250R Acceleration Index
0 to 60 kmph figures
0 to 100 kmph
Performance: 4.5/5
For: Stupendous acceleration and control.
Against: No ABS?
Tyres
MRF ReVZ-C
Front
Rear
For who is this bike suitable for?
If this is your first motorcycle?If I am a student or in college?If I am over 40 and have a farm house and a big bike and am well settled?Just make sure you are not too fat though.
If I like to tour a lot, and abuse my bikes?If I am a narcissist?
Then you should not get this one. It will make you look outdated, unless you are a Transformer or a Robocop.
If I am a cop?A Thug?
If you are in India, even a CD100 would do, but if you plan to make a getaway on the autobahn then perhaps the SuperDuke 990 would be better.
If I was going to buy a CBR250 or a Ninja 250 or any bike around the 1 lakh mark?
Last Word
I will be what you want me to be.
URBAN WARRIOR:TRACK JUNKIETOURERSTUNTER
See Rok Bagoros on a KTM 125 and there will be no doubts on the capabilities of the insanely hooliganistic nature of the 200. It will be for sure the kind of stunt bikes in India. A problem for its sister here in Bajaj (Pulsar you hiding somewhere, eh?)
^Mass centralization, good for balance and stunting!
The World is getting younger, and the power is shifting to Asia . This bike is proof of that. The bike is built for youngsters and also the veteran population who want a second bike. The bike is built for the super economies of the future that have immense disposable income distributed in its middle classes.
The bike is for the future super-biker who wants a bike which looks good and goes TODAY without breaking the bank.
The future is orange and the other companies like Ducati and BMW have no option but to get into this game if they have to earn big money.
Perhaps soon we shall see a Ducati Monster 250 and a BMW S250R, soon!
Now how do I book an appointment with you Mr.Duke?
Epilogue PRICE?
We dont know, but it would be max 1.5 lacs on road.
LAUNCH AND BOOKING DATE
We guess it to be on 3rd January 2012.
KTM 200 : Summarized
200 CC . 25 Bhp . 19Nm . 136 KG (Wet)
Pros
Cons
In the end a lot will depend on the cost which will be announced in January.
200 CC . 25 Bhp . 19Nm . 136 KG (Wet)
Pros
- Naked styling matching the bigger KTM dukes
- Stupendous Power to Weight Ratio
- Lovely Console
- Made in India
Cons
- No ABS
- Rear end does not look meaty enough from some angles
- The sound of the bike is on the timid side
- The bike that we tested seemed to cut off too soon
- No orange trellis frame
- Top end might not meet the expectations of many people because it is easy to forget it is 'just' 200 CC after all
- The tank capacity might be a tad small at 10.5 Litres
- The rear seat might prove to be a tad small for a pillion on long rides, but we havent tested that
In the end a lot will depend on the cost which will be announced in January.
KTM 200 Duke Specifications
The Standard Crap
No. of Cylinders 1
Cubic Capacity 199.50
Bore x Stroke (mm) 72 x 49
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Valve and Cooling DOHC 4V, Liquid Cooled, Fuel Injection
Power (Bhp/RPM) 25 Ps @ 10000rpm
Torque (Nm/RPM) 19 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Transmission 6 Speed, claw shifted
Cooling System Liquid
Front Tyre Size 110/70 x 17
Rear Tyre Size 150/60 x 17
Wheelbase (mm) 1367
Front Brake 280 mm disc
Rear Brake 230 mm disc
Fuel Capacity (liters) 10.5
Seat Height (mm) 810
Kerb Weight (kg) 136
Front suspension USD, Telescopic fork, 43mm dia
Rear Suspension Monoshock
Front fork travel (mm)140mm
Real wheel travel(mm)150mm
Headlamp 12V 60/55W H4
Battery 12V 8AH VRLA
Vehicle Features:
Aluminum Swing ArmSuspensionAbout WP: WP means White Power. For more then 30 years now, ever since it was founded in Netherlands (but now that facility is closed) WP Suspension is developing advanced suspension products to satisfy the high demands of motorcyclists, world wide. Various motorcycle manufacturers, such as BMW, Husaberg and KTM use WP Suspension products in the production of their motorcycles. In 1999 it was taken over 100% by KTM. Today it produces OEMS and aftermarkets for BMW as well as KTM at the Munderfing facility in Europe.
This what I attained after riding the K200 on the track..
And thats me below..
thanks to Dream Sporting Gear for providing us with all the awesome riding gear that you see in this photoshoot!
Waiting for the bookings to open! yay!!! 
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