250 Duke Specifications

The KTM 250 Duke runs a 249cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine that makes 30.57 bhp at 9,250 rpm and 25 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm. This is the LC4c motor introduced with the Gen-3 platform in September 2023 - a ground-up redesign over the earlier generation, with a lighter crank, revised cylinder head, and a smoother-shifting 6-speed gearbox. An assist-and-slipper clutch comes standard, along with a Quickshifter+ for clutchless up- and down-shifts - a rare inclusion at this price point.

Braking is a genuine strength: a 320mm front disc gripped by a 4-piston radial caliper (BYBRE) pairs with a 240mm rear disc and twin-piston caliper, both backed by Bosch's 9.1MP dual-channel ABS. Riders can switch to Supermoto mode, which disengages rear ABS for intentional rear-wheel lock-ups - useful for those who like to slide the bike into corners.

Suspension duties are handled by WP components at both ends, tuned firm rather than plush, in keeping with KTM's Duke family philosophy of prioritising feedback over comfort. The chassis is a 2-piece steel trellis frame, part of the Gen-3 redesign, aimed at sharper handling without sacrificing high-speed stability.

Kerb weight is 163 kg, with a 15-litre fuel tank and an 800mm seat height - tall enough that shorter riders should sit on one before buying. ARAI-certified mileage is 30.08 kmpl; real-world owners report anywhere from 28 to 34 kmpl depending on how hard you ride it, with the 15-litre tank giving a highway range of around 420-450 km before reserve.