KTM Duke 250—A Perfect Combination of Power & Style

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Key Highlights

Displacement

248.76 cc
Mileage

41 kmpl
Top Speed

148 Kmph
Kerb Weight

170 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity

13.4 litres
Seat Height

822 mm

Full Specification for KTM Duke 250

Latest on KTM Duke 250

The KTM Duke 250 was revised from BSIV engine to BSVI engine with some features and a slight change in design.
In July 2022, the bike got Rs 2,099 hike in price. Earlier it used to cost Rs 2,35,123, and now the bike cost is Rs 2,37,222 (ex-showroom Delhi price).
The company has also unveiled a new colour in Duke 250; the bike now comes in new Ebony Black with an orange highlight making it looks stealthy.

Introduction of KTM Duke 250

KTM Bikes are top-rated among riders who look for a sporty feel yet an elegant look. KTM is known for making some power-pack bikes, and the KTM Duke 250 is no less than a power pack.

KTM Duke 250 is a quarter-litre bike of the Duke segment from KTM. Duke 250 is similar to its elder sibling Duke 390, in terms of looks and design, and its sharp and sleek design makes it among the best street bikes in the Indian market.

KTM Duke 250 performs more like a sport bike; with a powerful 248.7cc engine, it offers a perfect combination of style and power. The engine gives out a smooth output and racing agility, which makes this bike stand apart from other street bikes.

Earlier the bike was running on a BSIV engine; it got some upgrades when the engine was shifted from BSIV to BSVI.

What's new in the latest model of KTM Duke 250?

The bike has been revised from BS IV to BS VI without compromising the engine’s power.
The new model has a fully digital cluster instrument at the head of the bike that shows the reading of all the basic things. It also gives you real-time fuel consumption, average speed, and gear positions.
The bike has even got the LED headlight and the taillights which were missing in the older version.

Highlights of KTM Duke 250

Design of KTM Duke 250

The quarter-litre bike KTM Duke 250 has a similar design to that of the KTM Duke 390. But the latest model of KTM Duke 250 gets LED headlights.

KTM Duke 250 is a street bike that gives a feel and luxury of a sport bike; with a sharp look, the bike has wide handlebars, and the rear footpeg is positioned a bit upright to give it a sporty look.

KTM Duke 250 has a LED headlight and gets complemented by the indicators, with the tail light being LED.

Colour and variants of KTM Duke 250

KTM Duke 250 is available in two colour options;

Silver Metallic
Dark Galvano

KTM Duke 250 comes in one variant

KTM Duke 250 BS6

Engine of KTM Duke 250

KTM Duke 250 is a street bike that runs on a 248.76cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled BSVI engine capable of generating maximum power of 30PS at 9000 rpm and a maximum torque of 24NM at 7500 rpm.

Features of KTM Duke 250

Duke 250 gets all the conventional features that are becoming the hour’s need. On the front, the bike gets a fully digital instrument cluster; it shows the reading of all the essential things, including the real-time and average mileage and gear position.

A dual-channel ABS for safety reasons support the bike; it also gets the assist and the slipper clutch that make sure that the rear wheel does not get locked up during hard downshifts.

KTM Duke 250 has a 13.5-litre fuel tank and a kerb weight of 161 kg.

Transmission, suspension and brakes of KTM Duke 250

The bike’s engine gets a 6-speed gearbox with the assist and slipper clutch. The KTM Duke 250 incorporates the support of the dual-channel ABS with SuperMoto mode, which is ideal for expert riders.

KTM Duke 250 incorporates WP Suspension Up Side Down at the front and WP monoshock suspension at the rear.

The bike runs on 17-inch alloy wheels with 320mm front disc brakes with a radial calliper and 230mm disc brakes for the rear wheel.

Pros and Cons of KTM Duke 250

Pros

Powerful engine
Aggressive design
Support of dual-channel ABS.
Six-speed transmission with assist and slipper clutch

Cons

The price of the bike is a bit expensive.
high seat height
Features are less compared to Duke 390.

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Specifications & Features

Power & Performance

Fuel Type

Petrol
Max Power

29.6 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Max Torque

24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Emission Standard

BS-VI
Displacement

248.76 cc
Cylinders

1
Bore

72 mm
Stroke

61.1 mm
Valves Per Cylinder

4
Compression Ratio

12.5:1
Ignition

Digital Ignition
Spark Plugs

1 Per Cylinder
Cooling System

Liquid Cooled
Transmission

6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type

Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern

1 Down 5 Up
Clutch

PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Fuel Delivery System

Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity

13.4 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity

2.7 litres
Riding Range

402 Km
Mileage - ARAI

41 kmpl
Mileage - Owner Reported

30 kmpl
Top Speed

148 Kmph
Engine Type

4 Valve

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Braking System

Switchable ABS
Front Brake Type

Disc
Front Brake Size

320 mm
Rear Brake Type

Disc
Rear Brake Size

230 mm
Calliper Type

Front- 4 Piston , Rear- 2 piston caliper
Wheel Type

Alloy
Front Wheel Size

17 inch
Rear Wheel Size

17 inch
Front Tyre Size

110/70 - 17
Rear Tyre Size

150/60 - 17
Tyre Type

Tubeless
Radial Tyres

Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)

29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

32 psi
Front Suspension

WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter
Rear Suspension

WP APEX Monoshock, 10 step adjustable

Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight

170 kg
Overall Length

2,072 mm
Overall Width

831 mm
Overall Height

1,109 mm
Wheelbase

1,357 mm
Ground Clearance

151 mm
Seat Height

822 mm
Chassis Type

Split-Trellis frame (Tubular)

Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty (Year)

2 Year
Standard Warranty (Kilometers)

30000

Features

Odometer

Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)

Yes
Mobile App Connectivity

No
GPS & Navigation

No
USB charging port

No
Front storage box

No
Under seat storage

No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)

Yes
Speedometer

Digital
Fuel Guage

Yes
Tachometer

Digital
Stand Alarm

Yes
Stepped Seat

Yes
No. of Tripmeters

2
Tripmeter Type

Digital
Low Fuel Indicator

Yes
Low Oil Indicator

Yes
Low Battery Indicator

Yes
Pillion Backrest

No
Pillion Grabrail

Yes
Pillion Seat

Yes
Pillion Footrest

Yes
Digital Fuel Guage

Yes
Start Type

Electric Start
Shift Light

Yes
Killswitch

Yes
Clock

Yes
Battery

12 V, 8 AH MF battery
Headlight Type

LED Head Lamp
Brake/Tail Light

LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal

Yes
Pass Light

Yes
Additional features

LCD Display

Expert Reviews

With such a sleek and robust design, KTM Duke 250 is a street bike with a feel of a sports bike.
The 249cc engine performs well; whether you use the bike for daily commuting or going on a long journey, the engine works smoothly and generates excellent power that allows the bike to stand ahead in this segment.
The inclusion of dual-channel ABS SuperMoto mode that deactivates ABS for the rear wheel is an add-on feature in the bike and gives extra security to the rider at high speed.
In terms of features, the bike does not seem to have left any loophole; with the assist and slipper clutch, the bike reduces the effort of the rider to give a perfect riding experience.
Priced at Rs 2.37 lakh, the bike looks expensive compared to the other bikes with the same features, but when we compare the bike’s performance, it is non-negotiable; the rider gets a perfect riding experience without getting exhausted.
The street bike Duke 250 is also a great choice when taking on long rides; with perfectly placed footpegs and a spacious seat at a comfortable height, the motorcycle gives bikers a comfortable riding experience.

Top 3 Competitors of KTM Duke 250

KTM Duke 250 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250

KTM Duke 250 is a bit expensive compared to Gixxer 250; the Duke 250 starts from Rs 2.37 lakhs while Gixxer 250 starts from Rs 1.92 lakh, there is a difference of Rs 45,000 in both the bikes.

KTM Duke 250 has an engine of 249cc capable of developing maximum power of 30PS at 9000 rpm and maximum torque of 24NM at 7500 rpm. On the other side, the Suzuki Gixxer 250 has an engine of 249cc developing maximum power of 26.5 PS at 9300 rpm and a max torque of 22.2 Nm at 7300 rpm.

Suzuki Gixxer 250 is available in two variants, BSVI and Moto GP BSVI, with two colour options, while the Duke 250 is available in only one variant with two colour options.

KTM Duke 250 VS Yamaha FZ 25

There is a big difference between the price of both bikes, the price of the KTM Duke 250 is around Rs 2.37 lakh, while the price of the Yamaha FZ 25 is around 1.46 lakh which is almost Rs 90000 cheaper than Duke 250, and this difference makes Yamaha FZ 25 more feasible option.

Both the bikes Duke 250 and Yamaha FZ 25 run on a quarter litre engine; Duke 250 has an engine of 248.76cc that can develop a power of 30 PS and torque of 24NM, whereas Yamaha FZ 25 has a 249cc engine that can produce a maximum power of 20.8PS and torque of 20.1NM.

The claimed mileage of Duke 250 is around 41kmpl. While the claimed mileage of Yamaha FZ 25 is much better than duke 250, it can give an average of about 51kmpl.

Both the bikes Duke 250 and FZ 25 are available in only one variant, with two colour options available in both bikes.

KTM Duke 250 VS Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Vitpilen 250 gets priced at around Rs 2.19 lakh, which is almost Rs 18000, cheaper than Duke 250, priced at Rs 2.37 lakh.

Both bikes are powered by a 248.7cc engine and generate almost similar power of 30PS @ 9000 rpm and torque of 24Nm @ 7500 rpm.

The Duke 250 can give an average of 40-41kmpl. While with almost the same engine and power Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 provides an average of around 33-34kmpl.

Duke 250 is available in one variant and two colour options, while Vitpilen 250 is available in one variant with one colour option.

Conclusion

KTM Duke 250 has everything, from being stylish and sporty to being one of the best performing bikes in the quarter-litre segment; Duke 250 is a perfect choice in the Indian market.

The bike gets priced at Rs 2.37 lakhs which is a bit expensive when we look at the other bikes in the same segment, but comparing the on-road performance of this bike with other bikes, Duke 250 edges ahead.

KTM Duke 250 is a dynamic bike in the sports naked bike segment with sharp styling. The motorcycle is perfectly moulded for daily commuters and those who love to take on the roads.

FAQs

Is the KTM Duke 250 a street bike or a sports bike?

KTM Duke 250 is a street bike, but according to its specification and power performance, the bike can be considered a sport bike; it has racing agility that makes it a sport bike.

Is the KTM Duke 250 worth buying?

KTM Duke 250 is worth buying; it looks expensive compared to other bikes of this segment; the 249cc engine develops a hefty power of 30PS and a torque of 24NM, a powerpack that allows the bike to go easily on long and rough roads. The slipper clutch is so smooth that it reduces the rider's efforts in heavy traffic, making it a perfect street bike.

Is the KTM Duke 250 good for long routes?

Duke 250 is a perfect bike for your highway journey, it can easily maintain an average speed of 100kmph, and the engine supports it well; the dual-channel ABS with Supermoto mode provides extra safety to the rider.

The bike can easily give an average of around 30kmpl on highways.

In how many variants is the bike available?

KTM Duke 250 is available in only one variant with a 248.76cc BSVI engine updated from BSIV. The bike is available in two shades which are:

Silver Metallic
Dark Galvano

Does Duke 250 come with an assist and slipper clutch?

Yes, the Duke 250 engine incorporates a 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch. The assist reduces the lever effort of the rider, and the smooth functioning of the slipper clutch does not allow the rear wheel to get locked up.