What is the price of the KTM RC 160?

The RC 160 is priced at ₹1,99,975 ex-showroom Delhi in its single variant, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance.

What is the on-road price of the RC 160 in Delhi?

Roughly ₹2.28 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹1,99,975 ex-showroom plus ₹15,998 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹10,965 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.

What is the EMI for the RC 160?

With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹6,340 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.

What is the engine capacity and power of the RC 160?

It uses a 164cc engine producing 18.73 bhp and 15.5 Nm, with a 6 speed.

Is the RC 160 suitable for short riders?

It is on the tall side at 830 mm. Riders under 5'6" may be on tiptoe at stops and should try it before buying.

RC 160 or Gixxer SF 250: which is better?

The Gixxer SF 250 is ₹4,647 less expensive to start. Pick the RC 160 for first sports bike for new riders, the Gixxer SF 250 for highway touring. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.

Which bikes are cheaper than the RC 160?

Among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Pulsar 125 (₹93,507), the MT-15 V2 (₹1.68 Lakh), the Pulsar NS 200 (₹1.39 Lakh) start lower.

Is the RC 160 fast enough for occasional highway riding?

It can sustain highway speeds and manage short stretches, but with an 118kmph top speed and 18.73bhp, it feels stretched at sustained higher speeds, so treat it as suited to city and short highway trips rather than long touring.

How does the RC 160 compare to the 200 Duke on value?

The 200 Duke offers a naked, more upright riding position with similar running gear for a slightly lower price, so the RC 160 makes sense mainly if you specifically want the full-faired sports-bike styling and clip-on riding position.

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KTM RC 160

Sports-bike looks and real ABS, without the power to match

By Rajat Das, founder and editor

Updated 6 September 2026

Prices checked September 2026

Specs source: KTM

KTM RC 160 right side view · Image: BikeWale, used under licence

In short

The RC 160 brings KTM's full-faired styling and dual-channel ABS to an entry-level 164.2cc, 18.73bhp engine, priced from ₹1,99,975. It suits new riders wanting sports-bike looks and safety features on a budget, though its 118kmph top speed keeps it firmly in the entry-level bracket.

Engine: 164 cc
Power: 18.73 bhp
Kerb weight: 155 kg

What works

Dual-channel ABS standard, unusual for an entry-level sports bike
155kg kerb weight, among the lightest in KTM's range
Inverted front forks and full LED lighting at this price
Expect efficiency in the mid-30s kmpl range typical of this engine

What doesn't

18.73bhp and 118kmph top speed trail 250cc rivals
Gixxer SF 250 and KTM's own 200 Duke offer more power nearby in price
No traction control, ride modes, or adjustable suspension

Best for: First sports bike for new riders, City commuting, Buyers prioritising ABS and build quality

Price and variants

Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.

The RC 160 comes in a single variant at ₹1,99,975 ex-showroom Delhi, so there is no trim ladder to climb: every RC 160 leaves the showroom with the same equipment.

That makes it priced 52th lowest among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Gixxer SF 250 Flex Fuel (₹872 more) and the CB350RS (₹1,642 less).

On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹2.28 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.

Variant	Ex-showroom	Rough EMI
Standard	₹1,99,975	₹6,340/mo

On-road price in 10 cities, with an EMI calculator

Mileage

Running cost per month and five-year ownership estimate

Engine and ride

The 164cc liquid-cooled engine makes 18.73 bhp and 15.5 Nm through a 6 Speed. With a kerb weight of 155 kg that is 121 bhp per tonne, 41th best power-to-weight of the 73 bikes in this class we have reviewed.

Peak power is high relative to torque, so this engine rewards revs: it feels ordinary below the mid-range and comes alive above it.

Chassis hardware includes USD front forks, a rear monoshock, dual-channel ABS and a slipper clutch, with a disc, 320 mm, 2 piston caliper up front and disc, 230 mm, 1 piston caliper at the rear.

The 830 mm seat is on the tall side. Riders under 5'6" should sit on one before buying.

Our review

Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.

Verdict

The RC 160 is KTM's entry point into full-faired sports-bike styling, built around a 164.2cc single making 18.73bhp and priced from ₹1,99,975. It brings dual-channel ABS and genuine build quality to a segment often dominated by basic commuters wearing sporty bodywork.

Riding it every day

At 155kg, the RC 160 is light and easy to manage in city traffic, and the inverted front forks give it a more planted feel over broken roads than its price suggests. Dual-channel ABS is a real advantage here, since many rivals at this price still rely on single-channel or combined braking systems. The 18.73bhp engine handles city riding and short highway stretches comfortably, though it works hard once you push toward its 118kmph top speed.

What to know before buying

Expect mileage in the mid-30s kmpl based on the shared engine with the 160 Duke, though KTM has not published a specific claimed figure for the RC 160. Rivals like the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 and KTM's own 200 Duke offer meaningfully more power for similar or slightly higher prices, worth cross-shopping if outright performance matters. The committed riding position also asks more of your wrists in slow traffic than a naked bike would.

Who should buy it

New riders wanting genuine sports-bike styling, ABS, and KTM build quality on a tight budget will find the RC 160 a sensible choice, provided outright speed is not the priority.

Features and colours

Dual-channel ABS
Front disc brake
Rear disc brake
Tubeless tyres
Alloy wheels
Side-stand engine cut-off
USD front forks
Rear monoshock
Slipper clutch
LED headlamp
+6 more

On safety kit the RC 160 has dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres and side-stand engine cut-off. Dual-channel ABS is the one item on this list worth paying for if it is variant-dependent.

Against Gixxer SF 250, R2 or Gixxer SF 250 Flex Fuel, it gets usd front forks, slipper clutch and led daytime running lamp that most rivals skip.

What it lacks: hazard lamps, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.

It is offered in 3 colours: Ceramic White Matte, Electronic Orange Matte and Black. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.

Full specifications and every feature explained

Warranty, service and ownership

Standard warranty is 2 years or 30,000 km.

KTM runs a limited sales and service network in India, at roughly 500 touchpoints. Check the nearest workshop before buying if you live outside a metro; a 40 km ride for every service adds up.

The RC 160 launched in 2026, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.

RC 160: questions people ask

What is the price of the KTM RC 160?: The RC 160 is priced at ₹1,99,975 ex-showroom Delhi in its single variant, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance.
What is the on-road price of the RC 160 in Delhi?: Roughly ₹2.28 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹1,99,975 ex-showroom plus ₹15,998 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹10,965 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
What is the EMI for the RC 160?: With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹6,340 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
What is the engine capacity and power of the RC 160?: It uses a 164cc engine producing 18.73 bhp and 15.5 Nm, with a 6 speed.
Is the RC 160 suitable for short riders?: It is on the tall side at 830 mm. Riders under 5'6" may be on tiptoe at stops and should try it before buying.
RC 160 or Gixxer SF 250: which is better?: The Gixxer SF 250 is ₹4,647 less expensive to start. Pick the RC 160 for first sports bike for new riders, the Gixxer SF 250 for highway touring. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
Which bikes are cheaper than the RC 160?: Among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Pulsar 125 (₹93,507), the MT-15 V2 (₹1.68 Lakh), the Pulsar NS 200 (₹1.39 Lakh) start lower.
Is the RC 160 fast enough for occasional highway riding?: It can sustain highway speeds and manage short stretches, but with an 118kmph top speed and 18.73bhp, it feels stretched at sustained higher speeds, so treat it as suited to city and short highway trips rather than long touring.
How does the RC 160 compare to the 200 Duke on value?: The 200 Duke offers a naked, more upright riding position with similar running gear for a slightly lower price, so the RC 160 makes sense mainly if you specifically want the full-faired sports-bike styling and clip-on riding position.