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

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
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
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

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

Torque

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

Power to weight

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

Engine size

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

Fuel average

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

On a full tank

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

Top speed

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

Weight

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

Seat height

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

Ground clearance

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

Full specifications

Full specificationsKTM 390 DukeTVS Apache RTR 200 4VHero Splendor Plus
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandKTM · AustriaTVS · IndiaHero · India
Type of bikeStreetStreetEveryday
Fuel average~28 km/l~40 km/l~65 km/l
Petrol tank13.4 L12 L9.8 L
On a full tank~375 km~480 km~637 km
Engine and performance
Engine size373 cc198 cc97.2 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Oil and airAir
Power44 PS @ 9,000 rpm20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm
Torque37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm17.3 Nm @ 7,250 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Power to weight270 PS / tonne137 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne
Top speed167 km/h127 km/h87 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed5-speed4-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf and kick
Size and weight
Weight163 kg (with fluids)152 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)
Seat height830 mm800 mm785 mm
Ground clearance151 mm180 mm165 mm
Wheelbase1,357 mm1,353 mm1,236 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 320 / Disc 230Disc 270 / Disc 240Drum / Drum
ABSBoth wheelsBoth wheelsNo (linked brakes)
Tyres (front / back)110/70-17 / 150/60-1790/90-17 / 130/70-172.75-18 / 2.75-18
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
  • TVS Apache RTR 200 4V—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, KTM 390 Duke or TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V does around 40 km per litre against about 28 km/l for KTM 390 Duke, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, KTM 390 Duke or TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?

KTM 390 Duke makes 44 PS @ 9,000 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 200 4V makes 20.8 PS @ 9,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, KTM 390 Duke or TVS Apache RTR 200 4V?

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V weighs about 152 kg and KTM 390 Duke about 163 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is easier to push and park.

KTM 390 Duke or TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: which should I buy?

Buy KTM 390 Duke if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy TVS Apache RTR 200 4V if most ground clearance 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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