Honda Gold Wing vs KTM 250 Adventure

Last Updated: October 6, 2026

KTM 250 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.53 Lakh, which is Rs. 41.77 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Honda Gold Wing, priced at Rs. 44.30 Lakh. On the performance front, the Gold Wing uses a 1833cc engine producing 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm and the 250 Adventure a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Gold Wing and 250 Adventure, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Gold Wing stands out for performance.

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Gold Wing vs 250 Adventure Comparison Summary

Specification Honda Gold WingKTM 250 Adventure
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 44.30 LakhRs. 2.53 Lakh
Mileage Not Available38.12 kmpl
Engine 1833 cc249.07 cc
Max power 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 393 Kg176 Kg

Gold Wing vs 250 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Gold Wing STDKTM 250 Adventure STD
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Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 44.30 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.53 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 24-Valves 6-Cylinder Boxer UNICAM, Liquid-Cooled 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Gold Wing Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 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 Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 1,21,292 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,941 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 87,362 Gold Wing Insurance Rs. 12,953 250 Adventure Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
140 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Estimated Top Speed
230 kmph
Not Available
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 24-Valves 6-Cylinder Boxer UNICAM, Liquid-Cooled
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
1833 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
7 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
170 Nm @ 4500 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
73 mm
72 mm
Stroke
73 mm
61.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
6
1
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Full Transistorized Ignition
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.5 ± 0.2
12.63:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
6 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
3 Piston
1 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
38.12 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
38.12 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
35.63 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Front Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Front Suspension Compression Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Double Wishbone
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Pro-Link with Electronic Spring Preload
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
38 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
41 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/70-R18Rear :-200/55-R16
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
745 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
2.9 L
Engine Oil Capacity
5.6 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2615*905*1430 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1695 mm
1430 mm
Length
2615 mm
2154 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
228 mm
Height
1430 mm
Not Available
Width
905 mm
900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
393 Kg
176 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
316 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 21.1AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
LED Projector
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Aluminium Double Downdraft
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
Coloured TFT
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
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyfob
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda Selectable Torque Control, 121 L Storage
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Voice Assist
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Cluster Control Switchcube
Yes
Not Available
Heated Grips
Yes
Not Available
Touch Screen Display
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Engine Brake Control
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth,WiFi,Wired Connectivity
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
External Speakers
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
16000 Kms/240 Days

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Gold Wing
  • The six-cylinder engine is very smooth and vibe free
  • The storage space is extremely useful and can easily accommodate luggage
  • The seating comfort is unmatched and makes long distance travel effortless.
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
Honda Gold Wing
  • The bike is very heavy coming in at 390kg
  • The ground clearance is very low and the bike will struggle in Indian road conditions
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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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which model of Goldwing is the best? The old model or the latest one - Gold Wing?
  • Latest one
  • We would recommend you to go for the latest one as The Gold Wing is all about relaxed touring. All of which would be incomplete without the electronic wizardry it boasts of. The 2018 version gets ride-by-wire and four riding modes, namely: Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain, which a first in Gold Wing's history. There’s also keyless ignition, an electronically-controlled windscreen, music system, heated grips, and even an air-bag as an option. Let’s not forget hill start assist, ABS, and the much-needed cruise control. The Tour variant of the Gold Wing additionally gets heated seats (not really a boon on Indian roads, unless you’re somewhere up North), a trunk that has a keyless function, Honda’s version of traction control called the Honda Selectable Torque Control, and electronic rear suspension, which allows you to adjust it with a button instead of having to remove the fairing of the bike, to do so manually. Honda Gold Wing is powered by an 1833 cc engine. This Gold Wing engine generates a power of 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm and a torque of 170 Nm @ 4500 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which is the best bike out of these three Honda Goldwing, Heritage Softail classic or Hayabusa - Gold Wing?
  • Hayabusa is best sports bike...and gold is best luxury bike

Honda Gold Wing Vs KTM 250 Adventure FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Gold Wing vs KTM 250 Adventure?
Honda Gold Wing has out rated KTM 250 Adventure on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Gold Wing vs KTM 250 Adventure?
The KTM 250 Adventure is cheaper than Honda Gold Wing by ₹41.77 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Gold Wing vs KTM 250 Adventure?
For the STD version, 1833 cc Petrol engine of Gold Wing produces 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 170 Nm @ 4500 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 Honda Gold Wing has better performance.

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