2016
KTM 200 Duke - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 482243 |
|---|---|
| Category | Naked bike |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 200 Duke |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Steel trellis frame, powder coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Four-piston calipers. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
| Fronttyre | 110/80-17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rake | 25.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP monoshock |
| Reartyre | 150/60-17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Wheels | Cast light alloy wheels, black 10-spoke. |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 72.0 x 49.0 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 199.50 ccm (12.17 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 (520) O Ring. Primary drive: 22:72. |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Bosch EMS |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 26.00 HP (19.0 kW)) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/grey |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 129.5 kg (285.5 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 11.00 litres (2.91 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.2008 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.