KTM 125 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400

125 Duke vs Speed 400 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 125 Duke STDTriumph Speed 400 STD
Rating
251 reviews
83 reviews
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.42 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.40 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Max Power 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 40 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 125 Duke Colors
Triumph Speed 400 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 Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 4,104 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,571 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 7,578 125 Duke Insurance Rs. 23,780 Speed 400 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Engine Displacement
124.7 cc
398.15 cc
Max Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
40 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
37.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
58 mm
89.0 mm
Stroke
47.2 mm
64.0 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
...
12:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
46.92 kmpl
30 kmpl
Top Speed
120 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-R17, Rear :- 150/60-R17
Front :-110/80-17, Rear :-150/70-17
Peak Power
14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
40 PS @ 8000 rpm
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

Dry Weight
141.4 kg
...
Seat height
818 mm
790 mm
Length*Width*Height
1993*789*1083 mm3
...
Wheelbase
...
1377 mm
Length
1993 mm
...
Ground Clearance
175 mm
...
Height
1083 mm
1084 mm
Width
789 mm
814 mm
Fuel Capacity
10.5 Liters
13 Liters
Kerb Weight
...
176 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
818 mm
790 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
230 mm

Headlight
Halogen
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Steel Trellis Frame
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
...
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
...
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
2

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 125 Duke
  • Comes with sophisticated underpinnings
  • Quite beginner-friendly
  • Refined engine
Triumph Speed 400
  • Exciting and friendly performance
  • Comfortable yet sporty riding dynamics
  • Build quality is premium
  • Phenomenal pricing
KTM 125 Duke
  • Powerband is quite narrow
  • Pretty expensive for what it offers
  • Lacks dual-channel ABS
Triumph Speed 400
  • Sharper braking would’ve been appreciated
  • Lacks ‘smart’ features

Is Triumph Speed 400 Better Than KTM 125 Duke?

100% users have chosen Triumph Speed 400 over KTM 125 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1470 users have also rated Triumph Speed 400 and KTM 125 Duke on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Triumph Speed 400 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your bike. But KTM 125 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Speed 400 125 Duke
Mileage 3.5 3.9
Performance 4.5 4.2
Comfort 4.6 4.1
Maintenance 3.5 3.6
Features 4.8 4.3
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KTM 125 Duke Comparison with Similar Bikes

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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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KTM 125 Duke Vs Triumph Speed 400 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 125 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
As per the users experiences KTM 125 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your bike. But Triumph Speed 400 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 125 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
The KTM 125 Duke is cheaper than Triumph Speed 400 by Rs. 97,542.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 125 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
For the STD version, 124.7 cc Petrol engine of 125 Duke produces 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.15 cc Petrol engine of Speed 400 produces 40 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 37.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 125 Duke has better performance.

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