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KTM 390 Duke vs Hero Splendor Plus vs TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

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

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KTM 390 Duke

KTM 390 Duke2017–2023

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 373 cc
  • 44 PS
  • ~28 km/l
  • 163 kg
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

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. KTM 390 Duke4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 200 4V1
  • Most powerKTM 390 Duke44 PS
  • Most pulling powerKTM 390 Duke37 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)KTM 390 Duke270 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedKTM 390 Duke167 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

KTM 390 Duke44 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V20.8 PS

Torque

KTM 390 Duke37 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V17.3 Nm

Power to weight

KTM 390 Duke270 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V137 PS/t

Engine size

KTM 390 Duke373 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V198 cc

Fuel average

KTM 390 Duke28 km/l
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V40 km/l

On a full tank

KTM 390 Duke375 km
Hero Splendor Plus637 km
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V480 km

Top speed

KTM 390 Duke167 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V127 km/h

Weight

KTM 390 Duke163 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V152 kg

Seat height

KTM 390 Duke830 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V800 mm

Ground clearance

KTM 390 Duke151 mm
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsKTM 390 DukeHero Splendor PlusTVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandKTM · AustriaHero · IndiaTVS · India
Type of bikeStreetEverydayStreet
Fuel average~28 km/l~65 km/l~40 km/l
Petrol tank13.4 L9.8 L12 L
On a full tank~375 km~637 km~480 km
Engine and performance
Engine size373 cc97.2 cc198 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingLiquid (radiator)AirOil and air
Power44 PS @ 9,000 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm
Torque37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm17.3 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Power to weight270 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne137 PS / tonne
Top speed167 km/h87 km/h127 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed4-speed5-speed
StartingSelf startSelf and kickSelf start
Size and weight
Weight163 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)152 kg (with fluids)
Seat height830 mm785 mm800 mm
Ground clearance151 mm165 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,357 mm1,236 mm1,353 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 320 / Disc 230Drum / DrumDisc 270 / Disc 240
ABSBoth wheelsNo (linked brakes)Both wheels
Tyres (front / back)110/70-17 / 150/60-172.75-18 / 2.75-1890/90-17 / 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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  • KTM 390 Duke—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 200 4V—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, KTM 390 Duke or Hero Splendor Plus?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 28 km/l for KTM 390 Duke, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, KTM 390 Duke or Hero Splendor Plus?

KTM 390 Duke makes 44 PS @ 9,000 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, KTM 390 Duke or Hero Splendor Plus?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and KTM 390 Duke about 163 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

KTM 390 Duke or Hero Splendor Plus: which should I buy?

Buy KTM 390 Duke if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy Hero Splendor Plus if best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank 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.

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