Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs KTM 250 Duke

Last Updated: August 11, 2026

KTM 250 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.27 Lakh, which is Rs. 6,233 cheaper than the base variant of Joy e-bike Thunderbolt, priced at Rs. 2.33 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the 250 Duke returns a claimed 30.08 kmpl, while the Thunderbolt offers a claimed 110 km/charge. On the performance front, the Thunderbolt uses a 5.18Kwh battery and the 250 Duke a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Thunderbolt and 250 Duke, the 250 Duke is the better pick for affordability.

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Thunderbolt vs 250 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Joy e-bike ThunderboltKTM 250 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.33 LakhRs. 2.27 Lakh
Mileage / Range 110 km/charge30.08 kmpl
Engine / Battery 5.18 Kwh249.07 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available162.8 Kg

Thunderbolt vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Joy e-bike Thunderbolt STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
1 review
102 reviews
Brand Name Joy e-bike KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.33 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Max Power Not Available 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Joy e-bike Thunderbolt Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Not Available Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 110 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 9 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.31/km Rs. 3.32/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 6,209 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 7,354 Thunderbolt Insurance Rs. 12,503 250 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
90 km/Hr
148 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Engine Type
Not Available
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Engine Displacement
Not Available
249.07 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
230 Nm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
Not Available
72 mm
Stroke
Not Available
61.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
12.63:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

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
Upside down Forks
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
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
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
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

Motor Type
DC Brushless Hub Motor
Not Available
Motor Power
5 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
110 km/charge
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
9 Hours
Not Available
Range
110 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
5.18 Kwh
12V / 8AH
Charging Time
9 Hr
Not Available

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
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Electric Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Gradeability
18°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Yes
Not Available
Charger Output
10 Apm
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
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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Joy e-bike Thunderbolt Vs KTM 250 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences Joy e-bike Thunderbolt is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage and performance.
Which bike is cheaper Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs KTM 250 Duke?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than Joy e-bike Thunderbolt by ₹6,233.
Which bike offers better performance Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs KTM 250 Duke?
As per the users experiences the Joy e-bike Thunderbolt has better performance.

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