REVIEW: KTM Duke 200 ( with Custom Mode)

    Hello again. This is my another review to you. And this review is about KTM Duke 200. But its not just the Duke, but this bike has been customized and is so funny to see. But first, let me to introduce you about KTM Duke 200 specification:.

ENGINE

• Type: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled
• Displacement 199.5 cm³
• Bore 72 mm
• Stroke 49 mm
• Power: 19 kW (25 hp)
• Starter System:  Electric starter
• Transmission: 6-speed, claw shifted
• Primary gear ratio: 22:72
• Secondary gear ratio: 14:42
• Cooling system: Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump
• Clutch: Clutch in oil bath / mechanically operated
• Ignition system: Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment

And here are another info about Chassis and Dimension:

Frame	Tubular space frame made from steel tubes, powder-coated
Fork	WP Suspension Up Side Down
Shock absorber	WP Suspension Monoshock
Suspension travel Front	150 mm
Suspension travel Rear	150 mm
Brake system Front	Disc brake with four-pot brake caliper
Brake system Rear	Disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discs
Brake discs - diameter front	300 mm
Brake discs - diameter rear	230 mm
Chain	5/8 x 1/4” X‑Ring
Steering head angle	65°
Wheel base	1,367±15 mm
Ground clearance (unloaded)	170 mm
Seat height (unloaded)	800 mm
Total fuel tank capacity approx.	11 l Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
Weight without fuel approx.	129.5 kg

      Now we go to the review. Why I giving this review is because I have a friends that used to ride this before he trade in to bigger super bike. I have ride this for less than 30 minutes so not much of review I can give you, but here is what I found out with ridding it in short moment.

1. KTM Duke 200 is super light compared to full fairing super bike. That is why we call it naked bike or street fighter bike. SO we can see the advantages for small engine to run faster. Plus the acceleration are good too.
2. But bare in mind, that when it comes to naked bike/street fighter bike, they won't be so stable when it comes to top speed. You can feel some vibrations while riding Duke above 135 km/h. SO I can say here that naked bike are not for fast riding.
3. KTM Duke 200 is good for daily use, since its easier to control in small area, live for urban ride, and you can ride it on traffic jam without rising the engine's temperature, 
4. The price is good too. Its around RM 16,000 to RM 19,000. SO you do the maths.
5. About the brand, KTM Duke is still new in Malaysia. So the after sale service is still no match with long established company in Malaysia like Kawasaki and Yamaha.
6. The spare parts are not ready stock too. My friends have to wait three days just to get the sprocket. Wow. That's a long wait.
7. Has good fuel consumption compared to full fairing super bike. Well, this bike is so light anyway.
8. Sound is too loud. Even its a single cylinder bike, but the piston is so big, Same size with compact car's piston. Cool, power, but also makes your neighbor hood uncomfortable sometime. Let's me give you an advice, "Don't ever change the exhaust".
9. Most riders are agree that KTM Duke series (200, 390 and 690 cc) has the best street fighter design.

     So that's all my review. Sorry for lack info since I only ridden this machine less than 30 minutes. But So far I recommended you to pick this KTM Duke 200 if you are looking first bike for daily use. Easier to maintain and most of all, the styles are stunning. SO have fun and ride with pride.

   Oh, before I left you, here some photos from Indonesia, where they use KTM Duke 200 to support his business. One word : CREATIVE!