KTM 200 Duke
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DUKE PLUS 2011 has been a special and extremely successful year for KTM – especially thanks to the launch of the 125 Duke. At 9,000 units sold, the new bike took off like a rocket into its highly competitive segment. The logical next step for KTM is to expand the Duke range even further with a 200cc version in the upcoming model year. The successful recipe of a fully-fledged, great-looking motorbike also holds for the 200 Duke – and at a highly attractive price The main difference is a larger displacement, expanded to 199.5 cc by a new cylinder with a 72 mm bore and 49 mm stroke. Complementing these are a newly developed cylinder head and valves, as well as new intake and exhaust systems specially designed by KTM for the 200. These developments increase power to a strapping 19 kW (26 hp) besides giving it a beautifully rounded power curve, highlighting once more the sporting DNA of this state-of-the-art single cylinder design. While the 125 Duke offers an excellent performance for its class, the 200 Duke has the punch of a real motorbike, not the least due to its very low weight of A Duke loves company. Less than a year after the introduction of the 125 Duke, KTM expands the segment with an equally attractive 200cc version rated at 19 kW (26 hp) of power. That makes the Duke 200 a hot item for all those who want the benefits Its handling is as impressive as its serious looks – typical KTM. The only really small thing is its price. The success story continues KTM 200 Duke Features and Benefits - Newly developed 1-cylinder, 4-stroke DOHC engine, electronic fuel injection, 3-way catalytic converter, balancer shaft, 6-speed gearbox, max. output: 19 kW/26 PS, emissions: Euro 3 - Light steel trellis frame - Ultra-light cast aluminium swingarm - Upside-down front forks by WP Suspension - Ultra-light WP rear suspension - Powerful braking system developed in co-operation with Brembo - Comprehensive multi-functional cockpit Review Certainly the best in-class power-to-weight ratio of 184PS/tonne has a lot to do with the way the bike lurches forward in each gear with the enthusiasm of a 16 year old as well as the fact that the torque is evenly spread out through the 6-speed transmission to present the 200 Duke with incredible roll-on acceleration at any point of time. With a slightly taller first gear complimented by short second, third and fourth gears, the 25PS of power and 19Nm of torque flowing seamlessly through the rev-range are extremely well calibrated for enthusiastic riding making this orange bloke one hoot to ride. Also, one of the chief reasons why the KTM 200 Duke feels so energetic and eager to be revved is because of the superbly configured electronic fuel injection system, which provides excellent throttle response to the slightest input from the right wrist. Source zigwheels.com |