KTM 250 Duke vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

KTM 250 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.27 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.19 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.45 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 250 Duke offers a claimed 30.08 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the 250 Duke uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Duke and 390 Duke R, the 250 Duke is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 390 Duke R stands out for performance.

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250 Duke vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 DukeKTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.27 LakhRs. 3.45 Lakh
Mileage 30.08 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc398.63 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 162.8 Kg168.3 Kg

250 Duke vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
101 reviews
144 reviews
Brand Name KTM KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.45 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 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. 6,209 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,454 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,503 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 22,870 390 Duke R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
148 kmph
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
12.71:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Estimated Mileage
30-35 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Preload Adjustable
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
820 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
3 L
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
183 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Track,Street
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Yes
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
Digital
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
1000 Km / 2 Months
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
8500 Km / 5 Months
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
16000 Km / 8 Months
16000 Kms/240 Days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning, Quickshifter is really smooth, Exciting yet tractable engine
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • Brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • Adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • Lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • Feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • You can barely feel any engine heat, even in bumper to bumper traffic
  • Motor has become a lot smoother than before
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model

Is KTM 250 Duke Better Than KTM 390 Duke R?

51% users have chosen KTM 250 Duke over KTM 390 Duke R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 382 users have also rated KTM 250 Duke and KTM 390 Duke R 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 KTM 250 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, 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 Duke 390 Duke R
Mileage 3.8 3.9
Performance 4.3 4.5
Comfort 4.3 4.6
Maintenance 3.5 4.1
Safety 0.4 0.1
Features 4.1 4.7
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KTM 250 Duke Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Duke vs KTM 390 Duke R?
As per the users experiences KTM 250 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹1.19 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Duke produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Duke has better performance.

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