KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400

Last Updated: October 15, 2026

KTM 250 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.26 Lakh, which is Rs. 9,179 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed 400, priced at Rs. 2.35 Lakh. On the performance front, the 250 Duke uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Speed 400 a 349cc engine producing 37 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Duke and Speed 400, the 250 Duke is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Speed 400 stands out for performance.

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250 Duke vs Speed 400 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 DukeTriumph Speed 400
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.26 LakhRs. 2.35 Lakh
Mileage 30.08 kmplNot Available
Engine 249.07 cc349 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm37 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 162.8 Kg179 Kg

250 Duke vs Speed 400 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDTriumph Speed 400 STD
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Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.26 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.35 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI Liquid-cooled, 4 Valve, DOHC, Single-cylinder
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 37 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Triumph Speed 400 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 Analogue
EMI
Rs. 6,192 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,443 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,493 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 12,647 Speed 400 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
148 kmph
147 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
Liquid-cooled, 4 Valve, DOHC, Single-cylinder
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
349 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
37 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
32 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
56.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
12.1 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
Not Available
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
8.1s
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
223
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
30-35 kmpl
30-35 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
43 mm Upside Down Big Piston Forks. Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Suspension-Rear
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Preload Adjustable
Gas Monoshock RSU With External Reservoir And Pre-load Adjustment. Wheel Travel - 120 mm

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 :-110/80-17, Rear :-150/70-17
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
803 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1386 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
164 mm
Height
Not Available
1096 mm
Width
Not Available
829 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
179 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Hybrid Spine And Perimeter, Tubular Steel, Bolt-on Rear Subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Track,Street
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
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
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Roadster 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
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
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
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Km / 2 Months
16000 / 1 Year
2nd Service
8500 Km / 5 Months
Not Available
3rd Service
16000 Km / 8 Months
Not Available

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
Triumph Speed 400
  • Premium fit and finish with strong road presence
  • Comfortable ergonomics for daily and weekend rides
  • Gets dual channel ABS and switchable traction control
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
Triumph Speed 400
  • Misses out on smartphone connectivity

Is KTM 250 Duke Better Than Triumph Speed 400?

100% users have chosen KTM 250 Duke over Triumph Speed 400 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 172 users have also rated KTM 250 Duke and Triumph Speed 400 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 mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Triumph Speed 400 is better on the grounds of performance 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 Speed 400 250 Duke
Mileage 3.8 1.0
Performance 4.3 5.0
Comfort 4.3 3.0
Maintenance 3.5 1.0
Features 4.1 5.0
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KTM 250 Duke Vs Triumph Speed 400 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
As per the users experiences KTM 250 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Triumph Speed 400 is better on the grounds of performance and features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than Triumph Speed 400 by ₹9,179.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
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, 349 cc Petrol engine of Speed 400 produces 37 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 32 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Duke has better performance.

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