Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 250 SX-F

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

KTM 250 SX-F price starts at Rs. 9.58 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.29 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Scrambler 800, priced at Rs. 10.87 Lakh. On the performance front, the Scrambler 800 uses a 803cc engine producing 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm and the 250 SX-F a 249.9cc engine producing 46.8 PS @ 13900 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 800 and 250 SX-F, the Scrambler 800 is the better pick for performance, while the 250 SX-F stands out for affordability.

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Scrambler 800 vs 250 SX-F Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Scrambler 800KTM 250 SX-F
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.87 LakhRs. 9.58 Lakh
Mileage 19.2 kmplNot Available
Engine 803 cc249.9 cc
Max power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm46.8 PS @ 13900 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available104 Kg

Scrambler 800 vs 250 SX-F Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Scrambler 800 Icon DarkKTM 250 SX-F STD
Rating
10 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Ducati KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.58 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke
Max Power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm 46.8 PS @ 13900 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Scrambler 800 Colors
KTM 250 SX-F Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 29,762 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 26,230 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,678 Scrambler 800 Insurance Rs. 24,799 250 SX-F Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
136 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
803 cc
249.9 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm
46.8 PS @ 13900 rpm
Max Torque
65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm
26.5 Nm @ 9500 rpm
Bore
88 mm
81 mm
Stroke
66 mm
48.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Keihin EMS
Compression Ratio
11:1
14.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
19.2 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork
Wp Xact Usd, Ø 48 mm, Travel - 310 mm
Suspension-Rear
Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
Wp Xact Monoshock With Linkage, Travel - 300 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
15 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
15 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
15 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-18, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-80/100-21, Rear :-110/90-19
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
176 kg
101 kg
Seat height
795 mm
958 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.9 L
Wheelbase
1449 mm
1493 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
343 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
7.2 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
104 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
330 mm
260 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Li-ion
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12.8V / 2AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Steel Trellis Frame
Central Double Cradle Type 25CrMo4
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Rake - 24°, Trail - 108 mm
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
variable section low
Neken, Aluminum
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
1 Year
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Yes
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000
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Ducati Scrambler 800 Vs KTM 250 SX-F FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 250 SX-F?
As per the users experiences Ducati Scrambler 800 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage in your bike. But KTM 250 SX-F is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 250 SX-F?
The KTM 250 SX-F is cheaper than Ducati Scrambler 800 by ₹1.29 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 250 SX-F?
For the Icon Dark version, 803 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 800 produces 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 249.9 cc Petrol engine of 250 SX-F produces 46.8 PS @ 13900 rpm of power and 26.5 Nm @ 9500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Ducati Scrambler 800 has better performance.

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