KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki GSX-8R

Last Updated: August 17, 2026

KTM 250 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.53 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.36 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Suzuki GSX-8R, priced at Rs. 9.89 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 250 Adventure offers a claimed 38.12 kmpl, while the GSX-8R delivers 23.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the 250 Adventure uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the GSX-8R a 776cc engine producing 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Adventure and GSX-8R, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the GSX-8R stands out for performance.

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250 Adventure vs GSX-8R Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 AdventureSuzuki GSX-8R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.53 LakhRs. 9.89 Lakh
Mileage 38.12 kmpl23.8 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc776 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg205 Kg

250 Adventure vs GSX-8R Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Adventure STDSuzuki GSX-8R STD
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Brand Name KTM Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.53 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.89 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine 4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
Suzuki GSX-8R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,914 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 27,066 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,936 250 Adventure Insurance Rs. 32,244 GSX-8R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
2 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
4 Stroke, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
776 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
78 Nm @ 6800 rpm
Bore
72 mm
84 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
70 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
12.8 : 1

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

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

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Suspension-Rear
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.9 L
2.1 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
3.9 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2155*770*1135 mm3
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1465 mm
Length
2154 mm
2155 mm
Ground Clearance
228 mm
145 mm
Height
Not Available
1135 mm
Width
900 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
205 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
Not Available

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

Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
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+
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride By Wire Electronic Throttle System
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
Not Available

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

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
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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KTM 250 Adventure Vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
Suzuki GSX-8R has out rated KTM 250 Adventure on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
The KTM 250 Adventure is cheaper than Suzuki GSX-8R by ₹7.36 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Adventure vs Suzuki GSX-8R?
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 STD version, 776 cc Petrol engine of GSX-8R produces 82.93 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 78 Nm @ 6800 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Adventure has better performance.

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