KTM RC 160 User Reviews
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I am 6'1 and my knees feel very cramped. The riding position is too committed for me. It's a great bike but maybe for slightly shorter riders.
If you want to enter the KTM world without spending 3 lakhs on RC 390, this is it. It has the same DNA and same aggressive looks.
That 320mm disc is no joke. Stopping power is immense. The bike stays in line even during panic braking thanks to the dual channel ABS.
I love the bike but 830mm is quite tall. I have to be careful while parking. But once on the move, the weight disappears. Very agile.
The WP Apex forks absorb bumps really well. I was surprised at how comfortable the ride quality is despite it being a sports bike.
Not too heavy on pocket. Fuel economy is around 40 if you ride sanely. The service quality at KTM is generally better than other brands.
Why did KTM not give the TFT from Duke 160 here? The LCD is fine but TFT would have been killer. Otherwise, the bike is perfect for my needs.
I'm 5'5 and I can just touch my toes. The seat is narrow which helps. Performance is decent but don't expect it to beat an RC 200.
The bike looks amazing in silver metallic matte. The fit and finish is top class. It feels like a high-end bike when you sit on it.
It looks like a proper race bike. The 13.7 litre tank is a plus for long weekend rides. The digital console is very easy to read even in sun.
No false neutrals so far. The 6-speed box is perfectly tuned for the 164cc motor. Highway cruising at 85-90 is very relaxed.
Hardly any vibrations. The mid-range torque is surprisingly good for a 160cc. It pulls cleanly from 3000 rpm. Very impressed with the engineering.
Those boomerang DRLs look so sharp at night. Everyone asks me about the bike at signals. The orange frame is iconic. Very happy with the purchase.
I learned riding on this. It's forgiving yet sporty. The ABS saved me twice from skidding. Highly recommend for new riders.
The bike is great but the spare parts prices are higher than Hero or Honda. If you are on a tight budget, keep this in mind. Overall good exp.
Compared to Pulsar or Apache 160, this is a different league. Proper liquid cooling and 6 speeds. It feels like a premium motorcycle.
Being a girl, I find it easy to flick around in traffic. It's not heavy. The electronic fuel injection makes cold starts very easy every morning.
KTM claims 118kmph but it struggles after 105kmph. Good for city but on open highways you might miss the RC 200's power. Still a solid 3-star bike.
I use it for my 20km office commute. It's agile. The gear shift indicator helps me stay in the right power band. Fuel efficiency is stable.
At 1.85 lakh, you get dual channel ABS and liquid cooling. Other brands charge way more. KTM has really priced the RC 160 aggressively.
My brother hates sitting at the back. The pillion seat is too high and small. But as a solo rider, this bike is pure bliss. The LED headlamp is bright.
The SOHC engine is refined. No vibrations until 8000 rpm. It feels very premium compared to other 160cc air cooled bikes. Glad I chose the RC.
Using it to learn track racing. The trellis frame is very stiff. It stays planted. The WP Apex suspension setup is top notch for a 160cc bike.
The bike looks good but some panels feel a bit flimsy. Also, the 830mm seat height is a bit high for me. I am 5'6" and struggle at signals.
Best gift for my 21st birthday. Easy to ride but fast enough to enjoy. The slipper clutch makes gear shifts very light. No more finger fatigue.
I am 6'1 and my knees feel very cramped. The riding position is too committed for me. It's a great bike but maybe for slightly shorter riders.
If you want to enter the KTM world without spending 3 lakhs on RC 390, this is it. It has the same DNA and same aggressive looks.
That 320mm disc is no joke. Stopping power is immense. The bike stays in line even during panic braking thanks to the dual channel ABS.
I love the bike but 830mm is quite tall. I have to be careful while parking. But once on the move, the weight disappears. Very agile.
The WP Apex forks absorb bumps really well. I was surprised at how comfortable the ride quality is despite it being a sports bike.
Not too heavy on pocket. Fuel economy is around 40 if you ride sanely. The service quality at KTM is generally better than other brands.
Why did KTM not give the TFT from Duke 160 here? The LCD is fine but TFT would have been killer. Otherwise, the bike is perfect for my needs.
I'm 5'5 and I can just touch my toes. The seat is narrow which helps. Performance is decent but don't expect it to beat an RC 200.
The bike looks amazing in silver metallic matte. The fit and finish is top class. It feels like a high-end bike when you sit on it.
It looks like a proper race bike. The 13.7 litre tank is a plus for long weekend rides. The digital console is very easy to read even in sun.
No false neutrals so far. The 6-speed box is perfectly tuned for the 164cc motor. Highway cruising at 85-90 is very relaxed.
Hardly any vibrations. The mid-range torque is surprisingly good for a 160cc. It pulls cleanly from 3000 rpm. Very impressed with the engineering.
Those boomerang DRLs look so sharp at night. Everyone asks me about the bike at signals. The orange frame is iconic. Very happy with the purchase.
I learned riding on this. It's forgiving yet sporty. The ABS saved me twice from skidding. Highly recommend for new riders.
The bike is great but the spare parts prices are higher than Hero or Honda. If you are on a tight budget, keep this in mind. Overall good exp.
Compared to Pulsar or Apache 160, this is a different league. Proper liquid cooling and 6 speeds. It feels like a premium motorcycle.
Being a girl, I find it easy to flick around in traffic. It's not heavy. The electronic fuel injection makes cold starts very easy every morning.
KTM claims 118kmph but it struggles after 105kmph. Good for city but on open highways you might miss the RC 200's power. Still a solid 3-star bike.
I use it for my 20km office commute. It's agile. The gear shift indicator helps me stay in the right power band. Fuel efficiency is stable.
At 1.85 lakh, you get dual channel ABS and liquid cooling. Other brands charge way more. KTM has really priced the RC 160 aggressively.
My brother hates sitting at the back. The pillion seat is too high and small. But as a solo rider, this bike is pure bliss. The LED headlamp is bright.
The SOHC engine is refined. No vibrations until 8000 rpm. It feels very premium compared to other 160cc air cooled bikes. Glad I chose the RC.
Using it to learn track racing. The trellis frame is very stiff. It stays planted. The WP Apex suspension setup is top notch for a 160cc bike.
The bike looks good but some panels feel a bit flimsy. Also, the 830mm seat height is a bit high for me. I am 5'6" and struggle at signals.
Best gift for my 21st birthday. Easy to ride but fast enough to enjoy. The slipper clutch makes gear shifts very light. No more finger fatigue.
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