KTM will launch the 2024 Duke 125 in the Indian market, although it could get a few changes to keep the costs in check.

Just days after the unveiling of the new 2024 KTM Duke 390, the Austrian bike maker has taken the wraps off its latest entry-level offering, the Duke 125. The small beginner-friendly streetfighter from KTM gets a major update over its predecessor, borrowing a lot of styling cues from its new-gen Duke 390 sibling.

In terms of design, the 2024 KTM Duke 125 looks almost identical to its larger displacement sibling, with the 125 decals and the colour options being the only source of differentiation at first glance. The new-gen Duke 125 borrows the same edgy tank cowls, LED headlights and even the 5-spoke alloy wheels from its bigger sibling. The bike gets a revised trellis frame and is said to be slimmer than before, giving it a more sportier look. It also features a new TFT instrument cluster offering a host of vehicle information for the rider.

The new-generation KTM Duke 125 carries forward the same 124cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. It produces 14.7 BHP and 11 Nm and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The 2024 Duke 125 now comes with a redesigned swingarm, 43 mm WP inverted forks at the front with pre-load adjustability and a mono-shock at the rear. Braking is via a 320 mm front and 240 mm disc at the rear, supported by dual-channel ABS. Although, the bike does have the option to switch off the ABS at the rear whenever necessary.

KTM will launch the 2024 Duke 125 in the Indian market, although it could get a few changes to keep the costs in check.

The modification is likely to result in a 20 mm increase in ground clearance.

According to a media report, KTM is working on a modified exhaust for its 125 Duke, 200 Duke and RC 200 bikes. This redesigned unit is said to improve ground clearance.

The KTM 125 Duke, 200 Duke and RC 200 come with an underbelly exhaust that is routed under the engine. To achieve better ground clearance, KTM engineers are looking to remove the silencer protector that sits just below the crankcase. This is likely to result in a 20 mm increase in ground clearance.

The report also states that KTM would also have to make some preload adjustments to the rear monoshock to avoid the bikes from bottoming out when riding with a pillion.

Source: Autocar India

It is even expected to borrow a number of features from its larger sibling, the Duke 390.

KTM is working on updates for its entry-level streetfighter offering, the Duke 125. Scheduled to be unveiled sometime in 2023, the new KTM Duke 125 has been spotted undergoing testing internationally. The entry-level Duke is expected to receive significant mechanical and cosmetic updates. It is even expected to borrow a number of features from its larger sibling, the Duke 390.

As seen from the spy images, the new KTM Duke 125 seems to feature a tweaked trellis frame, a new engine casing for its 125cc liquid-cooled unit, a repositioned catalytic converter, and it has a newly designed swingarm compared to the current model. The spy images also reveal changes to the rear sub-frame that looks similar to the latest-gen Duke 390, while the wheels and brakes look similar to the 2022 KTM Duke 200. The bike is equipped with USD forks from WP at the front and a mono-shock unit at the rear.

While the 2023 Duke 125 is expected to carry forward the same 125cc unit, it will receive better tuning, which could result in better performance and efficiency. The exact specifications of the updated engine are yet to be announced.

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The 125 Duke gets an updated suspension setup and a larger fuel tank.

KTM has launched the updated 125 Duke priced at Rs. 1,50,010 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The styling of the 125 Duke is inspired by the 1290 Super Duke. It features a split trellis frame similar to its siblings with larger capacity engines. The bike comes equipped with a halogen headlamp and a digital instrument cluster.

KTM claims to have worked on improving the ergonomics. The bike gets revised rider and pillion seats. The bike also gets an updated suspension setup and a larger 13.5-litre fuel tank.

The 125 Duke is powered by a BS6-compliant 124.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that delivers 14.3 BHP @ 9,250 rpm and 12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. 

The bike is equipped with 43 mm WP upside down fork suspension at the front and an adjustable monoshock at the rear. Braking is handled by a 300 mm disc at the front and a 230 mm disc at the rear. It has single-channel ABS.

The 125 Duke is available in two colour options – Electronic Orange and Ceramic White.

The updated 125 Duke is heavier and comes with a larger fuel tank compared to the outgoing model.

The 2021 KTM 125 Duke has started reaching dealerships ahead of its formal launch.

The updated KTM 125 Duke gets revised styling that’s in line with larger capacity versions of the Duke. The bike is based around an updated trellis frame. It is equipped with a halogen headlamp instead of an LED unit but gets a digital instrument cluster. The latter does not get Bluetooth connectivity.

The updated 125 Duke weighs 7 kg more than the outgoing model. The seat height has also been increased by 4 mm, while fuel tank capacity has gone up from 10.5 litres to 13.5 litres.

The 125 Duke is powered by a BS6-compliant 124cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 14.3 BHP @ 9,250 rpm and 12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission.

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KTM has launched the 125 Duke ABS in India. It is available at an introductory price of Rs. 1,18,163 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The KTM 125 Duke ABS is based on a trellis frame and measures 1,993 mm in length, 789 mm in width and 1,083 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 1,366 mm and the seat is set at 818 mm from the ground. The bike weighs 148 kg (kerb weight) and comes with a 10.2-litre fuel tank.

The bike looks similar to its 200cc sibling. It has a similarly shaped fuel tank with Duke 125 decals, stepped seat, LED tail lamp and an underside exhaust. The bike comes equipped with 43 mm inverted telescopic forks at the front and monoshock suspension at the rear. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels that are painted in orange.

The 125 Duke ABS is powered by a 124.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine that produces 14.3 BHP @ 9,250 rpm and 12 Nm of torque @ 8,000 rpm. The engine comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Brakes come in the form of a 300 mm disc at the front and a 230 mm disc at the rear. ABS is offered as standard.

A test mule of the KTM 125 Duke has been spotted testing in India. The bike was spotted on the outskirts of Pune.

The 125 Duke is reported to be KTM's new entry-level offering in India. In terms of styling, the bike looks similar to the 200 Duke. The test bike has an underbody exhaust and is sporting orange alloy wheels. It also has a rear disc brake. 

In the international market, the KTM 125 Duke is offered with a fuel-injected 124.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that delivers 14.8 BHP and 12 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission. 

The bike comes with an upside-down telescopic fork suspension at the front and a monoshock at the rear. Stopping power is provided by a single 300 mm disc brake with a 4-piston caliper at the front and a 230 mm disc brake with a 1-piston caliper at the rear. It also gets ABS. 

At present, technical details of the India-spec 125 Duke are unknown.

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