New-gen KTM Duke 125 globally unveiled

KTM will launch the 2024 Duke 125 in the Indian market, although it could get a few changes to keep the costs in check.

Just days after the unveiling of the new 2024 KTM Duke 390, the Austrian bike maker has taken the wraps off its latest entry-level offering, the Duke 125. The small beginner-friendly streetfighter from KTM gets a major update over its predecessor, borrowing a lot of styling cues from its new-gen Duke 390 sibling.

In terms of design, the 2024 KTM Duke 125 looks almost identical to its larger displacement sibling, with the 125 decals and the colour options being the only source of differentiation at first glance. The new-gen Duke 125 borrows the same edgy tank cowls, LED headlights and even the 5-spoke alloy wheels from its bigger sibling. The bike gets a revised trellis frame and is said to be slimmer than before, giving it a more sportier look. It also features a new TFT instrument cluster offering a host of vehicle information for the rider.

The new-generation KTM Duke 125 carries forward the same 124cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. It produces 14.7 BHP and 11 Nm and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The 2024 Duke 125 now comes with a redesigned swingarm, 43 mm WP inverted forks at the front with pre-load adjustability and a mono-shock at the rear. Braking is via a 320 mm front and 240 mm disc at the rear, supported by dual-channel ABS. Although, the bike does have the option to switch off the ABS at the rear whenever necessary.

KTM will launch the 2024 Duke 125 in the Indian market, although it could get a few changes to keep the costs in check.