KTM 125 Duke 2023 vs. Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2023

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

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Overview - KTM 125 Duke 2023 vs Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2023

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2023 compared to Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2023
Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore103.2 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke113 mm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque162 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque3,200 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement1,890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel142 mmTravel132 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel75 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65 degreeRake29 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,626 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height662 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.4 lFuel Tank Capacity15.1 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2023

Even in the Euro 5 version, the KTM Duke 125 is the motorbike to beat in the A1 class. Superior equipment, potent engine, good chassis, great display and fun Supermoto mode make not only the heart of 16-year-olds beat faster. The looks polarise, but let the observer clearly recognise the smallest Duke as such. The Duke 125 is not cheap, but it is worth the price.

lively engine

super-agile handling

Supermoto mode as standard

mature chassis

top brakes

sharp TFT display

connectivity (optional)

Optics not to everyone's taste

price high for a 125cc bike

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Indian Chief Dark Horse 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs Indian Chief Dark Horse

Price KTM 125 Duke

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Price Indian Chief Dark Horse

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