Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Adventure

Last Updated: August 17, 2026

Bajaj Dominar 250 price starts at Rs. 1.87 Lakh, which is Rs. 65,687 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 250 Adventure, priced at Rs. 2.53 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Dominar 250 offers a claimed 35.03 kmpl, while the 250 Adventure delivers 38.12 kmpl. On the performance front, the Dominar 250 uses a 248.77cc engine producing 27 PS @ 8500 rpm and the 250 Adventure a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Dominar 250 and 250 Adventure, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Dominar 250 stands out for affordability.

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Dominar 250 vs 250 Adventure Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Dominar 250KTM 250 Adventure
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.87 LakhRs. 2.53 Lakh
Mileage 35.03 kmpl38.12 kmpl
Engine 248.77 cc249.07 cc
Max power 27 PS @ 8500 rpm31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 180 Kg176 Kg

Dominar 250 vs 250 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Dominar 250 STDKTM 250 Adventure STD
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Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.53 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 27 PS @ 8500 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Dominar 250 Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,584 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 6,914 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,832 Dominar 250 Insurance Rs. 12,936 250 Adventure Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
132 kmph
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
248.77 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
27 PS @ 8500 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
23.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
72 mm
72 mm
Stroke
72 mm
61.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.9:1
12.63:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
35.03 kmpl
38.12 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
38.12 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
35.63 kmpl
Braking 100-0 km/h
43m
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic, 37 mm USD Fork, Travel 135 mm
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Multi-step adjustable Monoshocks with Nitrox, Wheel stroke of 110 mm
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
2.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2156*836*1112 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1453 mm
1430 mm
Length
2156 mm
2154 mm
Ground Clearance
157 mm
228 mm
Height
1112 mm
Not Available
Width
836 mm
900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
180 Kg
176 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Not Available
LED Projector

Frame Type
Beam Type Perimeter Frame
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
16000 Kms/240 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Features a similar look and styling as the KTM 390 Adventure X, Gets a premium looking TFT console with smartphone connectivity, Has a lot of electronic riding aids on offer
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels which would have made it more capable off-road, Doesn’t get adjustable suspension even as an accessory, Misses out on cruise control
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Which bike is best between Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Adventure?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Dominar 250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But KTM 250 Adventure is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Adventure?
The Bajaj Dominar 250 is cheaper than KTM 250 Adventure by ₹65,687.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Adventure?
For the STD version, 248.77 cc Petrol engine of Dominar 250 produces 27 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 23.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Adventure produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Dominar 250 has better performance.

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