Honda CB300R vs KTM 125 Duke

Honda CB300R Price starts at Rs. 2.40 Lakh which is Rs. 58,970 costlier than base model of KTM 125 Duke priced at Rs. 1.81 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Honda CB300R is 30 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 125 Duke is 48.05 kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda CB300R is powered by 286.01 cc engine , while KTM 125 Duke is powered by 124.7 cc engine. Honda CB300R is available in 2 different colours while KTM 125 Duke comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Honda CB300R vs KTM 125 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

CB300R vs 125 Duke

Key Highlights CB300R STD125 Duke 2021
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 31.13 PS @ 9000 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm

CB300R vs 125 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB300R STDKTM 125 Duke 2021
Rating
35 reviews
252 reviews
Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.40 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.81 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 31.13 PS @ 9000 rpm 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB300R Colors
KTM 125 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,571 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,215 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,925 CB300R Insurance Rs. 6,300 125 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
286.01 cc
124.7 cc
Max Power
31.13 PS @ 9000 rpm
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
27.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
76.0 mm
58 mm
Stroke
63.043 mm
47.2 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
12.8:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
15.57 sec @ 132.21 kmph
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Braking (60-0 kmph)
17.86m
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Braking (80-0 kmph)
31.72m
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Braking (100-0 kmph)
51.07m
...
Mileage (City)
...
46.92 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
48.05 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
...

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-R17, Rear :-150/60-R17
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Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
29 psi
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Seat height
801 mm
822 mm
Length*Width*Height
2017*802*1047 mm3
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Wheelbase
1352 mm
...
Length
2017 mm
...
Ground Clearance
157 mm
155 mm
Height
1047 mm
...
Width
802 mm
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Fuel Capacity
9.7 Liters
13.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
146 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
296 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
230 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
New Full LCD Multi Function Meter, Seat Length - 627 mm, Emergency Stop Singal
Lubrication - Wet Sump, Forced, Sub Frame - Bolt on sub-frame, Rider Aids - Advanced ABS
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
...
LCD Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Digital
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
LED Projector
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB300R
  • Easy to live with and reliable
  • Attractive design
  • Not exorbitantly priced
KTM 125 Duke
  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine
Honda CB300R
  • Not the smoothest of Hondas
  • Poor pillion comfort
KTM 125 Duke
  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. KTM 125 Duke or Pulsar 125 Neon?
  • Selecting between the KTM 125 Duke and Bajaj Pulsar 125 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, brand preference, features, performance, comfort, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. On the other hand, the Pulsar 125 Neon gives enthusiasts a taste of the Pulsar’s sporty DNA but in a less intimidating and more affordable package. The 125 Duke retails at Rs. 1.70 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the price of Pulsar 125 Neon starts at Rs. 77,843 (ex-showroom, Delhi). For a better understanding of performance and comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details. Read More:- Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs KTM Duke 125
Q. I am planning to buy KTM duke125 bs6 or Honda hornet 2.0, could you suggest which bike is better in of both?
  • I'd commend you to buy ktm
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The KTM 125 Duke BS6 is the most affordable way into the KTM family. It Service as the perfect stepping stone to performance-oriented motorcycles. The only grouse is you may be able to master the motorcycle rather quickly, and the lack of power means you will be left craving for more performance. KTM 125 Duke is powered by a 124.7 cc engine. This Duke 125 engine generates a power of 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and a torque of 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm. On the other hand, The Hornet 2.0 isn’t quite a 200, but with its 185cc motor, it’s the closest that Honda has ever come. It’s also one of the most exciting-looking small bikes we’ve seen from Big Red recently, but on paper, it seems to stand in a class of its own. Honda Hornet 2.0 is powered by a 184.4 cc engine. This Hornet 2.0 engine generates a power of 17.26 PS @ 8500 rpm and a torque of 16.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Is it worth to spend 1.5 Lac on DUKE 125 CC?? Duke 125 is more comfortable than MT15???
  • Yes
  • Yes
  • Better you try higher CC
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Honda CB300R Vs KTM 125 Duke FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Honda CB300R vs KTM 125 Duke?
The KTM 125 Duke is cheaper than Honda CB300R by Rs. 58,970.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB300R vs KTM 125 Duke?
For the STD version, 286.01 cc Petrol engine of CB300R produces 31.13 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 27.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 2021 version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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