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Hero Splendor Plus vs KTM 200 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

KTM 200 Duke

KTM 200 Duke2020–2023

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 199.5 cc
  • 25 PS
  • ~35 km/l
  • 159 kg
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 198 cc
  • 20.8 PS
  • ~40 km/l
  • 152 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Hero Splendor Plus4
  2. KTM 200 Duke4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 200 4V1
  • Most powerKTM 200 Duke25 PS
  • Most pulling powerKTM 200 Duke19.3 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)KTM 200 Duke157 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedKTM 200 Duke135 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceTVS Apache RTR 200 4V180 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
KTM 200 Duke25 PS
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V20.8 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
KTM 200 Duke19.3 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V17.3 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
KTM 200 Duke157 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V137 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
KTM 200 Duke199.5 cc
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V198 cc

Fuel average

Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
KTM 200 Duke35 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V40 km/l

On a full tank

Hero Splendor Plus637 km
KTM 200 Duke473 km
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V480 km

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
KTM 200 Duke135 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V127 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
KTM 200 Duke159 kg
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V152 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
KTM 200 Duke822 mm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V800 mm

Ground clearance

Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
KTM 200 Duke155 mm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusKTM 200 DukeTVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaKTM · AustriaTVS · India
Type of bikeEverydayStreetStreet
Fuel average~65 km/l~35 km/l~40 km/l
Petrol tank9.8 L13.5 L12 L
On a full tank~637 km~473 km~480 km
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc199.5 cc198 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)Oil and air
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm25 PS @ 10,000 rpm20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm19.3 Nm @ 8,000 rpm17.3 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne157 PS / tonne137 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h135 km/h127 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed6-speed5-speed
StartingSelf and kickSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)159 kg (with fluids)152 kg (with fluids)
Seat height785 mm822 mm800 mm
Ground clearance165 mm155 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,236 mm1,357 mm1,353 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / DrumDisc 300 / Disc 230Disc 270 / Disc 240
ABSNo (linked brakes)Front wheelBoth wheels
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-18110/70-17 / 150/60-1790/90-17 / 130/70-17
Suspension (front / back)—43 mm upside-down fork / Monoshock—

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • KTM 200 Duke—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 200 4V—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 200 Duke?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 35 km/l for KTM 200 Duke, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 200 Duke?

KTM 200 Duke makes 25 PS @ 10,000 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 200 Duke?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and KTM 200 Duke about 159 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 200 Duke: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank. Buy KTM 200 Duke if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.