KTM 250 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

KTM 250 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.54 Lakh, which is Rs. 54,238 cheaper than the base variant of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, priced at Rs. 3.08 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 250 Adventure offers a claimed 38.12 kmpl, while the Himalayan 450 delivers 29.15 kmpl. On the performance front, the 250 Adventure uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Himalayan 450 a 452cc engine producing 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Adventure and Himalayan 450, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Himalayan 450 stands out for performance.

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250 Adventure vs Himalayan 450 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 AdventureRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.54 LakhRs. 3.08 Lakh
Mileage 38.12 kmpl29.15 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc452 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg196 Kg

250 Adventure vs Himalayan 450 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Adventure STDRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 Base
Rating
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Brand Name KTM Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.08 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,949 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 8,434 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,958 250 Adventure Insurance Rs. 22,326 Himalayan 450 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
135 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valves, DOHC
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
452 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
40 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
84 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
81.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
11.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
38.12 kmpl
29.15 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
38.12 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
35.63 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
25-30 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Upside Down Fork, 43 mm, Travel 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)
Linkage Type Monoshock, Travel 200 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-140/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
181 kg
Seat height
825 mm
825 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
198 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.9 L
3.4 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
394 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2245*852*1316 mm3
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1510 mm
Length
2154 mm
2245 mm
Ground Clearance
228 mm
230 mm
Height
Not Available
1316 mm
Width
900 mm
852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
17 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
196 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
270 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
LED Projector
Not Available

Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Steel, Twin spar tubular frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Performance,Eco
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Navigation Type
Not Available
Full Maps Navigation
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
500kms/45 days
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
5000kms/180 days
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
10000kms/360 days
4th Service
Not Available
15000kms/540 days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
  • Powerful engine
  • Really comfortable
  • Great price and agile
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
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
  • Not the smoothest engine
  • Features could have been more easy to use
  • Tubeless spoke wheels are yet to come

Is KTM 250 Adventure Better Than Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?

80% users have chosen KTM 250 Adventure over Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 126 users have also rated KTM 250 Adventure and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has out rated KTM 250 Adventure on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 250 Adventure Himalayan 450
Mileage 3.0 3.8
Performance 4.0 4.3
Comfort 3.0 4.9
Maintenance 3.0 3.8
Features 4.0 4.6
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KTM 250 Adventure Vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has out rated KTM 250 Adventure on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?
The KTM 250 Adventure is cheaper than Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 by ₹54,238.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450?
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. Whereas for the Base version, 452 cc Petrol engine of Himalayan 450 produces 40.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 40 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Adventure has better performance.

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