KTM 250 Adventure vs TVS Apache RTX 300

Last Updated: August 12, 2026

TVS Apache RTX 300 price starts at Rs. 1.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 53,522 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 250 Adventure, priced at Rs. 2.53 Lakh. On the performance front, the 250 Adventure uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Apache RTX 300 a 299.1cc engine producing 36 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Adventure and Apache RTX 300, the Apache RTX 300 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 250 Adventure stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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250 Adventure vs Apache RTX 300 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 AdventureTVS Apache RTX 300
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.53 LakhRs. 1.99 Lakh
Mileage 38.12 kmplNot Available
Engine 249.07 cc299.1 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm36 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg180 Kg

250 Adventure vs Apache RTX 300 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Adventure STDTVS Apache RTX 300 Base
Rating
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Brand Name KTM TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.53 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, 4 Stroke
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 36 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
TVS Apache RTX 300 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,914 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 5,733 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,936 250 Adventure Insurance Rs. 12,036 Apache RTX 300 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Estimated Top Speed
Not Available
140 kmph
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, 4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
299.1 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
36 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
28.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
78 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
62.6 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
11.6:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
38.12 kmpl
Not Available
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

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
180 mm
Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
USD Forks, Ø 41mm
Suspension-Rear
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)
Monoshock with Floating Piston

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 :-110/80 - 19, Rear :-150/70 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.9 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2176*885*1400 mm3
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1430 mm
Length
2154 mm
2176 mm
Ground Clearance
228 mm
200 mm
Height
Not Available
1400 mm
Width
900 mm
885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
12.5 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
180 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

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

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Steel Trellis Frame Hinged With Aluminium Cast Swingarm
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Urban,Tour,Rally
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Electronic Throttle Body (Ride-By-Wire)
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
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
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
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
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
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
TVS Apache RTX 300
  • Gets a 5-inch TFT console with full-fledged navigation
  • Cruise control
  • Affordable than its rivals
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
TVS Apache RTX 300
  • Some people could find the design a bit too polarising

Is TVS Apache RTX 300 Better Than KTM 250 Adventure?

86% users have chosen TVS Apache RTX 300 over KTM 250 Adventure in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 6 users have also rated TVS Apache RTX 300 and KTM 250 Adventure on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences TVS Apache RTX 300 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your bike. But KTM 250 Adventure is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
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 Apache RTX 300
Mileage 2.5 3.0
Performance 2.5 4.0
Comfort 5.0 3.0
Maintenance 2.0 3.0
Features 2.5 4.0
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Which bike is best between KTM 250 Adventure vs TVS Apache RTX 300?
As per the users experiences KTM 250 Adventure is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, maintenance and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTX 300 is better on the grounds of comfort.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Adventure vs TVS Apache RTX 300?
The TVS Apache RTX 300 is cheaper than KTM 250 Adventure by ₹53,522.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Adventure vs TVS Apache RTX 300?
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, 299.1 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTX 300 produces 36 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 28.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Adventure has better performance.

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