KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Thruxton 400

Choosing between the KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Thruxton 400? BikeJunction is here to help! The RC 160 starts at ₹ 2 Lakh, while the Thruxton 400 is priced at ₹ 2.75 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the RC 160 offers 15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm torque. The Thruxton 400 gives 37.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 3 colour options for the RC 160 and 4 for the Thruxton 400. you will get a more extensive comparison of KTM RC 160 and Triumph Thruxton 400, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

KTM RC 160 vs Triumph Thruxton 400 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	RC 160	Thruxton 400
Price	₹ 2 Lakh	₹ 2.75 Lakh
Displacement	164.2 CC	349 CC
Power	18.73 bhp @ 9500 rpm	41.4 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Mileage	36 KMPL	27 KMPL
Top Speed	118 kmph	157 kmph

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	18.73 bhp @ 9500 rpm	41.4 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	15.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm	37.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	11.97:1	12:1
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	BS6- 2.0	BS-VI
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine	Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	164.2	349
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	66 mm	89 mm
Peak Power Highest power a bike/scooter can produce.	N/A	29419.9 W
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	48 mm	64 mm

Speed

Top Speed

118 Km/h

157 Km/h

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	N/A	Front : 110/70 R17 , Rear: 150/60 R17
Wheel Size	Front : 17 inch, Rear : 17 inch	Front : 17 x 3.0 inch, Rear : 17 x 4.0 inch
Wheels Type	N/A	Cast Aluminium Alloy
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1347 mm	1376 mm

Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

320 mm

300 mm

Fuel

Fuel Supply	Electronic Injection	N/A
Fuel Capacity	13.7 L	13 L

Body

Body Type The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).	Sports Bikes	Cafe Racer Bikes
Drive Type How power is sent to the wheels (e.g., chain, belt, shaft).	N/A	Chain Drive
Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Trellis Frame	Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe
Dry Weight Bike’s weight without fuel and fluids.	148 Kg	N/A
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	168 mm	N/A
Height	1150 mm	1110 mm
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	155 Kg	N/A
Length	1965 mm	1116 mm
Passenger Backrest A support accessory for the passenger’s back.	N/A	No
Passenger Footrest A component which support foots of the passenger.	N/A	Yes
Saddle Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	830 mm	N/A
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	N/A	795 mm
Width	701 mm	775 mm

Electrical Accessories

Bluetooth Connectivity Wireless connection for calls, music, and navigation.	Yes	N/A
Usb Charging Port A USB slot to charge devices like phones.	Yes	N/A

Switches & Controls

Riding Modes Different settings (e.g., Sport, Eco, Rain) that adjust performance and power delivery.	Off-Road,Super Moto	N/A
Engine Kill Switch A button to instantly turn off the engine for safety and convenience.	Yes	N/A
Traction Control A system that prevents wheel slip by adjusting power during acceleration on slippery surfaces.	No	Yes

Meter

Display A screen that shows important riding information like speed, fuel, and trip details.	5 " LCD Display	N/A
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Digital	Semi-Digital
Speedometer Displays the current speed of the bike in km/h or mph.	Digital	Analogue
Clock	Yes	N/A

Clutch & Gear

Clutch

A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.

Wet, Multiplate, Assist & Slipper clutch

Wet, multi-plate, slip & assist

Lights

Head Light	LED	N/A
Tail Light	LED	N/A
Drls	N/A	Yes

Battery

Battery Capacity

Total energy the battery can store.

12 V,8 AH

N/A

Shockers

Suspension Front	Inverted Telescopic Fork, 37mm dia	43mm upside down Big Piston forks. 135mm wheel travel
Suspension Rear	Double rate, Canister Mono shox.- 6 steps (Adjuster Slots)	Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel

Seat

Seat Type

The design of the seat that affects comfort and seating position.

Split

N/A

Others

Additional Features	N/A	Ride-by-wire throttle
Navigation A feature that provides turn-by-turn directions on the two-wheeler display or connected device.	Yes	N/A