Hero Xtreme 250R vs KTM 85 SX

Last Updated: September 27, 2026

Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakh, which is Rs. 4.96 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 85 SX, priced at Rs. 6.69 Lakh. On the performance front, the Xtreme 250R uses a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm and the 85 SX a 84.9cc engine producing 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Xtreme 250R and 85 SX, the Xtreme 250R is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 85 SX stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Xtreme 250R vs 85 SX Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Xtreme 250RKTM 85 SX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.73 LakhRs. 6.69 Lakh
Mileage 37 kmplNot Available
Engine 249.03 cc84.9 cc
Max power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
Kerb weight 167.7 Kg75 Kg

Xtreme 250R vs 85 SX Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Xtreme 250R STDKTM 85 SX STD
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Brand Name Hero KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 6.69 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Colors
KTM 85 SX Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick Start Only
Speedometer Digital Not Available
EMI
Rs. 4,974 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 18,317 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,593 Xtreme 250R Insurance Rs. 17,293 85 SX Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
84.9 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
14 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Bore
73 mm
47 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
48.95 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
MEDJ Digital
Compression Ratio
12:1
Not Available

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

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

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Xact 43 Wp Upside Down Fork, Ø 43 mm, Travel - 278 mm
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Xact Wp Pds Mono Shock, Travel - 305 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 :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-70/100-17, Rear :-90/100-14
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
67 kg
Seat height
806 mm
865 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.3 L
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1290 mm
Length
2023 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
167 mm
336 mm
Height
1062 mm
Not Available
Width
828 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
5.2 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
75 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Not Available
Front Brake Size
320 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
Not Available
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Double Grinded Central Double Cradle Type Frame, Aluminium-reinforced Polyamide
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Tapered Aluminum
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Dirt Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Not Available
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 kms/60 days
Not Available
2nd Service
6500 kms/240 days
Not Available
3rd Service
12500 kms/420 days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Great performance across the rev range
  • Quick and easy handling around corners
  • Most affordable 250cc bike in India
  • Looks really aggressive and unique
Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Tall and wide fuel tank can make flat-footing the bike difficult for shorter riders
  • Brakes could do with sharper initial bite
  • The LCD console feels cluttered and dated
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Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs KTM 85 SX?
The Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper than KTM 85 SX by ₹4.96 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs KTM 85 SX?
For the STD version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 84.9 cc Petrol engine of 85 SX produces 16.4 PS @ 11500 rpm of power and 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque

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