Honda CB500 vs KTM 250 Duke

Last Updated: September 22, 2026

KTM 250 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.27 Lakh, which is Rs. 48,233 cheaper than the base variant of Honda CB500, priced at Rs. 2.75 Lakh. On the performance front, the CB500 uses a 501cc engine and the 250 Duke a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB500 and 250 Duke, the 250 Duke is the better pick for affordability.

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CB500 vs 250 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB500KTM 250 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.75 LakhRs. 2.27 Lakh
Mileage Not Available30.08 kmpl
Engine 501 cc249.07 cc
Max power Not Available31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available162.8 Kg

CB500 vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB500 AlloyKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
1 review
102 reviews
Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.75 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Max Power Not Available 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB500 Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Not Available Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Not Available Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 7,529 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,209 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,153 CB500 Insurance Rs. 11,294 250 Duke Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
148 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single-cylinder air-cooled with Oil cooled engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Engine Displacement
501 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
Not Available
72 mm
Stroke
Not Available
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
Not Available
12.63:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
30.08 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
30-35 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Not Available
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Not Available
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Wheelbase
Not Available
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
176 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
15 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
162.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Not Available
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Not Available
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Km / 2 Months
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Km / 5 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Km / 8 Months

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
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish
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Honda CB500 Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CB500 vs KTM 250 Duke?
Honda CB500 has out rated KTM 250 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB500 vs KTM 250 Duke?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than Honda CB500 by ₹48,233.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB500 vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences the Honda CB500 has better performance.

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