Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Duke

Last Updated: October 19, 2026

Bajaj Dominar 250 price starts at Rs. 1.87 Lakh, which is Rs. 39,903 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 250 Duke, priced at Rs. 2.27 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Dominar 250 offers a claimed 35.03 kmpl, while the 250 Duke delivers 30.08 kmpl. On the performance front, the Dominar 250 uses a 248.77cc engine producing 27 PS @ 8500 rpm and the 250 Duke a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Dominar 250 and 250 Duke, the Dominar 250 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 250 Duke stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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Dominar 250 vs 250 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Dominar 250KTM 250 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.87 LakhRs. 2.27 Lakh
Mileage 35.03 kmpl30.08 kmpl
Engine 248.77 cc249.07 cc
Max power 27 PS @ 8500 rpm31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 180 Kg162.8 Kg

Dominar 250 vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Dominar 250 STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
6 reviews
102 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Max Power 27 PS @ 8500 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Dominar 250 Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-431.8 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. 6,208 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,832 Dominar 250 Insurance Rs. 12,503 250 Duke Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
132 kmph
148 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 stroke, Liquid cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
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
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
35.03 kmpl
30.08 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Braking 100-0 km/h
43m
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
30-35 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
110 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic, 37 mm USD Fork
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Multi-step adjustable Monoshocks with Nitrox
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.6 L
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2156*836*1112 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1453 mm
1354 mm
Length
2156 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
157 mm
176 mm
Height
1112 mm
Not Available
Width
836 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
180 Kg
162.8 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
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Beam Type Perimeter Frame
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
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
Track,Street
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
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
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
Digital
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
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km /45 Days
1000 Km / 2 Months
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km /240 days
8500 Km / 5 Months
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km /365 days
16000 Km / 8 Months

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
50000

Is Bajaj Dominar 250 Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

60% users have chosen Bajaj Dominar 250 over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 181 users have also rated Bajaj Dominar 250 and KTM 250 Duke on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Bajaj Dominar 250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Dominar 250 250 Duke
Mileage 4.8 3.8
Performance 5.0 4.3
Comfort 5.0 4.3
Maintenance 4.0 3.5
Safety 2.5 0.4
Features 2.5 4.1
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Bajaj Dominar 250 Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Dominar 250 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Bajaj Dominar 250 is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by ₹39,903.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Dominar 250 vs KTM 250 Duke?
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 Duke 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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