KTM 250 Duke vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 440

Last Updated: October 11, 2026

KTM 250 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.28 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,277 cheaper than the base variant of Royal Enfield Himalayan 440, priced at Rs. 2.30 Lakh. On the performance front, the 250 Duke uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Himalayan 440 a 443cc engine producing 25.42 PS @ 6250 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Duke and Himalayan 440, the 250 Duke is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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250 Duke vs Himalayan 440 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 DukeRoyal Enfield Himalayan 440
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.28 LakhRs. 2.30 Lakh
Mileage 30.08 kmplNot Available
Engine 249.07 cc443 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm25.42 PS @ 6250 rpm
Kerb weight 162.8 Kg199 Kg

250 Duke vs Himalayan 440 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDRoyal Enfield Himalayan 440 STD
Rating
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Brand Name KTM Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.28 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.30 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI Single cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, air-cooled, fuel injection
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 25.42 PS @ 6250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-21 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 6,232 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,295 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,518 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 21,188 Himalayan 440 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
148 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, air-cooled, fuel injection
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
443 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
25.42 PS @ 6250 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
34 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
81 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
86 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
9.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
30-35 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
Telescopic, 41mm forks
Suspension-Rear
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Preload Adjustable
Monoshock with linkage

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-90/90-21 Rear :-120/90-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-21 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Make
Not Available
CEAT
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
820 mm
800 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
176 Kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
Semi-synthetic, SAE 15W-50, API SL, Grade JASO MA2
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2190*840*1370 mm3
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1460 mm
Length
Not Available
2190 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
220 mm
Height
Not Available
1370 mm
Width
Not Available
840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
199 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 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
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH

Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Half-Duplex, Split-Cradle Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Track,Street
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Wet Sump Lubrication
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Navigation Type
Not Available
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Km / 2 Months
500kms/45 days
2nd Service
8500 Km / 5 Months
5000kms/180 days
3rd Service
16000 Km / 8 Months
10000kms/360 days
4th Service
Not Available
15000kms/540 days

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Duke
  • 31 PS, 25 Nm 249cc engine with 6-speed gearbox
  • Engine with instant throttle response
  • Light, flickable handling
  • Smooth bi-directional quick shifter
  • 5inch TFT and switch gear
  • Comfortable, relaxed riding posture
  • Switchable Supermoto ABS, strong brakes
  • Stunning looks
KTM 250 Duke
  • Most expensive 250cc bikes
  • Slightly dull at low RPM
  • Pillion seat slightly uncomfortable
  • Lots of wind blast at triple digit speeds
  • Speed 400 some other bike offer more power for similar money, Slightly dull at slow speeds, Inconsistent fit and finish

Is Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

100% users have chosen Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 172 users have also rated Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 and KTM 250 Duke on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 has out rated KTM 250 Duke 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 Himalayan 440 250 Duke
Mileage 5.0 3.8
Performance 5.0 4.3
Comfort 5.0 4.3
Maintenance 5.0 3.5
Features 5.0 4.1
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KTM 250 Duke Vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Duke vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 440?
Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 has out rated KTM 250 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 440?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 by ₹2,277.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 440?
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, 443 cc Petrol engine of Himalayan 440 produces 25.42 PS @ 6250 rpm of power and 34 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Duke has better performance.

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