KTM 250 Duke 
 
The 250 Duke is KTM’s quarter-litre powerhouse. It packs adequate punch due to its high power-to-weight ratio. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Launch Date: 
 
The KTM 250 Duke was launched in India in May 2022. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Price: 
 
The KTM 250 Duke costs Rs. 2.37 lakh ex-showroom in Delhi. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Design: 

 KTM’s Duke line-up is known for its aggressive stance. As a naked street-bike, the 250 Duke has borrowed adequate design references from its elder siblings. 
The sharp tank shrouds and headlight assembly speaks volumes about the bike’s character. The forward leaning design is complemented by thick front suspension, and an exposed orange coloured frame on either sides. 
This Duke is available in two colour schemes, Dark Galvano Black with orange and Metallic Silver with black and orange. 
 
 KTM 250 Duke Dimension: 
 
The bike weighs only 169 kilograms which is ideal for a street-bike of its class. 
The seat height is at a comfortable 823mm with a ground clearance of 155mm. The 250 Duke also comes with front and rear suspensions manufactured by a leading European company, WP. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Features: 
 
An LED headlight comes as a standard on the KTM 250 Duke. The parking light consists of 20 LED lights to make the bike visible to other motorists even from a distance. 
The KTM 250 Duke also comes with a fully digital LCD instrument cluster that shows gear position, fuel gauge, service reminder and an RPM alert for optimum gear shifts. 
This Duke also has slipper clutch and dual-channel Bosch ABS. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Engine and Performance: 
 
A 248.8cc liquid-cooled, single cylinder on the KTM 250 Duke makes 30 HP and 24 Nm torque. 
The mill is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike has quick acceleration and can reach a top speed of 142 kilometers an hour. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Mileage: 
 
The KTM 250 Duke returns a company claimed mileage of 30 kilometers a litre. 
It has a fuel tank capacity of 13.4 litres. 
 

 KTM 250 Duke Rivals: 
 
Main rivals of the KTM 250 Duke are Suzuki Gixxer 250, Husqvarna Svartpilen 250, Husqvarna Vitpilen 250, Bajaj Dominar 250, Bajaj Pulsar N250, Yamaha FZ 25, Yamaha FZS 25, BMW G 310R and Honda CB300F.

KTM 250 Duke BS6

Mahindra Mojo 300 BS6 Black Pearl

The MT-15 is a little motorcycle, with its look unchanged from before, emulating Yamaha's larger MT-09 and MT-10 naked bikes. The alien-like appearance attracts a lot of attention. The bike looks fantastic in this new red and white colour scheme. Its current MotoGP-inspired livery, which surrounds the bike in black paint and Monster Energy insignia, adds even more beauty to its basic design.
 

Looks and built 
 

The Yamaha MT-15 has all-LED headlights and taillights, however the indicators remain bulbs.  Apart from the usual information and warning lights, the negative LCD instrument cluster displays the gear position, shift light, and mileage indication. In addition, the motorcycle's side stand has an engine cut-off feature. 
 

Riding ergonomics
 

Like the R15 v3, the MT-15 BS6 uses the same deltabox frame, front conventional telescopic fork, and rear monoshock unit. Steel box swingarms are used on the MT-15's rear swingarm. It's significantly quicker to steer, with a shorter wheelbase and updated suspension geometry, and can easily be flicked from one corner to the next.
 

Engine and Power
 

The 155cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled 4-valve motor on the Yamaha MT-15 produces 18.6PS horsepower and 14.1Nm of torque. In comparison to the BS4 variant, engine outputs are decreased by 0.7PS and 0.6Nm. The MT-15 BS6 and the R15 BS6 have identical engine tunes, however the naked MT-15 BS6 has a shorter final drive ratio (due to a larger rear sprocket), making it faster for commuting. The motorbike gets Variable Valve Actuation, just like the R15 v3. The technology enables the 155cc engine to achieve peak performance at more revs. The engine is mated to a 6-speed transmission with a slipper clutch and assist. The assist function minimises lever effort, while the slipper clutch prevents the rear wheel from locking up during forceful downshifting.
 

Safety Features
 

The Yamaha MT-15 rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with a 100-section tubeless front tyre and a 140-section tubeless radial in the rear. As opposed to traditional rubber, the latter has a stronger sidewall, which improves cornering. It has single-channel ABS with a 282mm front and 220mm rear disc for braking.

Hero Splendor Plus 
 
Splendor Plus is Hero Motocorp's one of the best-selling products in the market. Kick-start with alloy wheels, self-start with alloy wheels, self-start with alloys and i3S, are the three variations of the motorbike. While the motorcycle's appearance has stayed constant, Hero has introduced a new Black and Accent variation as well as a 100 Million Edition to keep the market interested. The wheels, engine, and chain cover have all been blacked out. It comes in five colour variants: Matte shield gold, Black with silver, Black with purple, Black with sports red and Heavy grey with green. 
 

 Looks and built: 
 

The Hero Splendor BS6 has a rectangular halogen headlamp with rectangle-shaped halogen turn indicators mounted on the front. A small visor, which is an extension of the motorcycle's plastic panels, is also included, along with a rectangle-shaped halogen tail lamp at the back. As an instrument cluster, the Hero Splendor Plus has analogue dials that display the speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, and other information. Splendor Plus has a ground clearance of 165 mm, a height of 1052 mm, a length of 2000 mm, a wheelbase of 1236 mm, and a width of 720 mm. 
 

 Riding ergonomics: 
 

A tubular double-cradle frame underpins the new Hero Splendor Plus. The motorcycle's suspension is handled by telescopic forks in the front and five-step adjustable hydraulic dual shock absorbers in the back. The Splendor Plus provides a luxurious ride that glides effortlessly even over speed bumps and rugged terrain. The motorcycle is equipped with large 18-inch tubeless tyres. Both of the Hero Splendor Plus BS6's tyres are 80/100 section 18-inch units with the identical dimensions. 
 

 Engine and Power: 
 

The Splendor Plus's 100cc carbureted engine has been modified with Hero's 'XSens technology' fuel-injection system. At 8,000 rpm, the engine now produces 7.91bhp and 8.05Nm, while at 6,000 rpm, it produces 8.05Nm. This is a 1.3bhp loss, with torque staying unchanged but reaching 1000rpm later. The engine is still paired with a four-speed transmission. 
 

 Safety Features: 
 

From a safety standpoint, this Commuter bike is equipped with a Multiplate Wet Clutch Slipper Clutch. This commuter motorcycle's braking responsibilities are handled by a 130 mm drum unit on both ends, as well as an IBS (integrated braking system) as an added safety feature.

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Launch Date 
 

Making the vintage look its USP, Royal Enfield Classic 350 is ruling the hearts of ardent bike lovers since 2008. Its latest version was launched in September last year. Its popularity can be understood from the fact that it is one of the most searched bikes, particularly after the arrival of the BS 6 model. The model topped the sales charts among bikes in the range of 200 and 500 cc capacity, according to the figures for February 2022. 

 

 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Price: 

 

The bike comes with five variants, namely, the Redditch, Halcyon, Signals, Dark, and Chrome. The Redditch is the base model with the price of Rs1.84 lakh (ex-showroom) and the premium-most Chrome is sold at Rs2.21 lakh (ex-showroom). 

 

 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Features: 

 

The bullet-maker has retained the round-shaped headlight and mirror, analogue speedometer, hallmark teardrop fuel tank, and features that appeal to bikers. However, a variety of features have been introduced to update the Classic 350, like the USB port which is placed below the handlebars. It has a dual-channel, anti-lock braking system. The bike comes with alloy wheels and tubeless tyres. All the variants have different colours and including all, the bike is available in 11 colours. 

 

 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Performance: 
 
The iconic bike is powered by a 349-cc single-cylinder engine that is air-oil cooled. It can generate a maximum torque of 27 Nm at 4000 rpm and a maximum power of 20.21 PS at 6100 rpm. The bike can reach a speed of 120 kmph and rides smooth even at a speed of 100 kmph and beyond. It weighs around 195 kg, which is still more than its earlier versions. 

 

 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Capacity: 

 
The company has retained its traditional seating, however, it claims that the seats are much wider now to bring more comfort. 

 

 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Rivals: 

 
It competes with Honda CB 350 RS, Jawa Perak and Honda Hness CB350.

TVS Apache RTR 160 
 
TVS has given Indian bikers the thrill of racing from their race-inspired RTR series. ‘RTR’ is the abbreviation for ‘Racing Throttle Response’ and it is self-explanatory. 
 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Launch Dates: 
 
TVS Apache RTR 160 was first released in 2007. Several developments have taken place in the subsequent models. 
The most recent RTR 160 was the BS VI version which was launched in January 2020. 
 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Price: 

 
The Apache RTR 160 is priced at Rs. 1,09,640 for the rear drum brake variant and Rs. 1,12,640 for the rear disc brake type. Kindly note that both prices are ex-showroom in Delhi. 

 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Design: 

 
The muscular look with an aerodynamic design of the RTR 160 is very unique to the Indian market. This entry-level sports bike from TVS is ideal for riders with a flair for racing. 

A contoured seat and a pair of clip-on handlebars give adequate control. 

The Apache RTR 160 is given decals that suit the theme of the bike. It comes in T-Grey, Matte Red, Matte Blue, Gloss Red, Gloss Black, and Pearl White colour variants. 

 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Dimension: 

 
The Apache is known for its power-to-weight ratio and its RTR 160 model is one of the lightest sports bikes there are in the market. The kerb weight of this bike is just 140 kilograms. 

With a comfortable saddle (seat) height of 790mm, it is also ideal for short riders. 

 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Features: 

 
The Apache RTR 160 has ‘Glide Through Technology’ where the ECU increases the engine RPM to assist in moving through traffic without throttle use. 

This sporty-looking motorcycle comes with a halogen headlight, semi-digital instrument cluster, LED DRLs and tail lamp units. 

To keep costs low, the RTR 160 only gets a single-channel ABS. 


 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Engine and Performance: 

 
The RTR 160 comes with a power-packed 159.7cc air-cooled engine. The single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine produces 15.53 BHP at 8,400 RPM and 13.9 Nm torque at 7,000 RPM. 

This engine is governed by a 5-speed gearbox. According to TVS, the tank cowl is specially designed to keep the engine cool by about 10 degrees Celsius. 

TVS’s Race Tuned Fuel Injection (RT-Fi) engine gives quick acceleration. The BS6 version surprisingly produces more power than its BS4 variant. 

 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Mileage: 

 
The Apache 160 comes with a 12 litre fuel tank with a claimed mileage of 45 to 50 kilometers a litre. This will give the bike a range of about 550 kilometers in a full tank of fuel. 

 

 TVS Apache RTR 160 Rivals: 

 
Yamaha FZ and MT-15 as well as Bajaj’s Pulsar 150 and NS200 are worthy rivals. Other contenders include KTM 200, Suzuki Gixxer, and Honda X-Blade.

TVS Raider 125 Launch Date 

 

The bike was launched in September last year. Loaded with several features which are backed by stylish looks, TVS is making its 125-cc offering to the budget buyers. 

 

 TVS Raider 125 Price: 

 
The bike has two variants—drum brake and disc brake. The company recently raised the price of TVS Raider 125 by Rs 1,600 and now the drum brake variant will cost Rs 84,573, while the disc brake version will cost Rs 89,089. 
 

 TVS Raider 125 Features: 

 

At first instance, TVS Raider’s great sporty look will really grab your attention as the bike definitely gives a feel of a 150 or 160 cc machine. It comprises LED headlight and taillight, a five-inch digital display, along with two ride modes: Eco and Power. The bike also has an idle stop-start system, gear indicators. The suspension is equipped by a gas-charged 5-step preload adjustable mono-shock suspension at the back and the company's special ‘Low friction’ suspension on front. The top variant adds TFT display, Bluetooth and Voice Assistant features. It also has a side-stand down kill addition. A USB port is an optional feature. The fuel tank capacity is 10 litres. TVS Raider 125 is available in four colours: Wicked Black, Blazing Blue, Striking Red, and Fiery Yellow. 

 

 TVS Raider 125 Performance: 
 

The 124.8cc engine is three-valve and air-cooled engine. It generates maximum power of 11.4hp at 7,500 rpm and maximum torque of 11.2Nm at 6,000 rpm. TVS claims that the speed of 0-60 kmph takes 5.9 seconds, while the average is 67 kmph. The top speed is clocked at 99 kmph. 

 

 TVS Raider 125 Capacity: 

 
Like other sporty-look bikes, this one has a split seating arrangement in which two people can enjoy a ride comfortably. It also has an under-seat storage system, which is one of the first in the segment. The kerb weight of the bike is 123 kg. 
 

 TVS Raider 125 Rivals: 

The model competes with Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 and Honda SP 125.

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 
 

 Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 launch Date: 

 

The Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 was launched first on December 2012, but after multiple price hikes, the latest one hit the markets in January this year. 

 

 Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 Price: 

 

The Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 now costs Rs 1,40,544 (ex-showroom Delhi). The new BS6-compliant engine provides higher torque and slightly more power. 

 

 Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 Features: 

 

The NS 200 has a strong streetfighter style with a powerful mass-forward appearance. It has a semi-digital instrument cluster and a halogen headlight with pilot lights. The taillight is LED-equipped. The speedometer, tripmeter, and odometer is in digital format, while, the tachometer is analogue. However, like other bikes from the Pulsar family, NS200 is not feature-rich. Elevated clip-on handlebars and split seats are added to the motorcycle. There is no scope for phone connectivity. Bajaj has equipped the Pulsar 200 NS with single-channel anti-braking system (ABS) to keep costs down. 

The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 sits above the Pulsar 220F in terms of price. To distinguish it from the earlier model, the naked motorbike has three new dual-tone colour schemes: Burnt Red, Pewter Grey, Satin Blue, and Metallic Pearl White. 

 

 Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 Performance: 

 

A 199.5cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine powers the Bajaj Pulsar NS 200. At 9,750 rpm, it generates 24.5PS and 18.5Nm torque at 8,000 rpm. The BS6 200 NS generates 1PS and 0.2Nm greater than the BS4 variant. Its engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission gearbox.As far as suspension is concerned, it has telescopic front forks and the rear portion has preload adjustable monoshock. The bike can clock the top speed of 120-125 kmph. 

 

 Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 Capacity: 

 

The bike weighs 159.5 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 12 litres and the company claims mileage of 40.84 kmpl in cities. But, many owners claim a mileage of 35 kmpl. 

 

 Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 Rivals: 

 

Rivals of Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 are Yamaha FZ25 and the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V.

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