KTM 250 Duke vs Honda CBR250R (Quick Comparison): KTM 250 Duke and Honda CBR250R fall in two segments with their body type classification. Still, the powerful quarter-litre engines under the tank are good for impressive outputs and decent mileage figure for their size. KTM is using a high output engine with almost 3.5HP of more output than the CBR250R.
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KTM 250 Duke[/caption]
Not just that, KTM 250 Duke is seen here rivalling the most reliable motorcycle of its class. The CBR250R is known for stress-free ownership experience and has proven itself by going countless kilometres for several Indian riders. However, the design now feels not-so-attractive in front of other modern day machines like Apache RR310, Yamaha R15 V3, and KTM RC390. However, it still has a lot to promise. Here is a quick comparison between KTM 250 Duke and Honda CBR250R.
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Honda CBR250R[/caption]
KTM 250 Duke vs Honda CBR250R
Engine & Gearbox
KTM 250 Duke
- Displacement: 248.8cc
- Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
- Max. Power: 30 HP @ 9000 rpm
- Max. Torque: 24 Nm @ 7500 rpm
- Gearbox: 6-Speed
- Fuel System: Fuel Injection
- Top Speed: 140-145 kmph
- Mileage: 35-40 kmpl
Honda CBR250R
- Displacement: 249.6cc
- Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
- Max. Power: 26.5 HP @ 8500 rpm
- Max. Torque: 22.9 Nm @ 7000 rpm
- Gearbox: 6-Speed
- Fuel System: Fuel Injection
- Top Speed: 145-150 kmph
- Mileage: 35-40 kmpl
Brakes & Suspension
- Front Brake: 300mm Single Disc
- Rear Brake: 230mm Single Disc
- No ABS (Coming Soon)
- Front Suspension: WP USD Forks
- Rear Suspension: WP Monoshock
- Front Brake: 296mm Single Disc
- Rear Brake: 220mm Single Disc
- Optional 2-Channel ABS
- Front Suspension: Telescopic Forks
- Rear Suspension: Monoshock
Dimensions & Weight
KTM 250 Duke
- Overall Length – 2026 mm
- Overall Width – 836 mm
- Overall Height – 1267 mm
- Ground Clearance – 185 mm
- Seat Height – 830 mm
- Wheelbase – 1357 mm
- Kerb/Wet Weight – 166 kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 13.5 litres
Honda CBR250R
- Overall Length – 2030 mm
- Overall Width – 720 mm
- Overall Height – 1127 mm
- Ground Clearance – 145 mm
- Seat Height – 784 mm
- Wheelbase – 1369 mm
- Kerb/Wet Weight (STD) – 164 kg
- Kerb/Wet Weight (ABS) – 167 kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity – 13 litres
Tyres & Frame
KTM 250 Duke
- Front Tyre – 110/70-17
- Rear Tyre – 150/60-17
- Frame – Trellis
Honda CBR250R
- Front Tyre – 110/70-17
- Rear Tyre – 140/70-17
- Frame – Twin Spar
Ex-Showroom Price
- KTM 250 Duke (Non-ABS): INR 1.81 Lakh
- Honda CBR250R STD: INR 1.65 Lakh
- Honda CBR250R ABS: INR 1.95 Lakh
KTM will launch the 2-channel ABS model of 250 Duke in India very soon. It is expected to be priced around INR 1.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Quick Comparison: KTM RC 250 vs Honda CBR250R[/caption]