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    KTM 250 Duke vs Kawasaki KLX230

    Should you buy KTM 250 Duke or Kawasaki KLX230 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. KTM 250 Duke price in is Rs 2,26,767 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Kawasaki KLX230 price in is Rs 1,84,000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the 250 Duke makes 31 PS and 25 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of KLX230 stand at 19 PS and 19 Nm respectively. KTM offers the 250 Duke in 3 colours whereas the Kawasaki KLX230 comes in 3 colours. Out of 17 user reviews, KLX230 scores 4.4 whereas the KTM 250 Duke tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 153 user reviews..The KTM 250 Duke Mileage is around 30.08 kmpl, while the Kawasaki KLX230 Mileage is around 40 Kmpl.

    250 Duke vs KLX230

    Key Highlights250 DukeKLX230
    Mileage (Overall)30.08 kmpl40 Kmpl
    Max Power31 PS @ 9250 rpm19 PS
    Body TypeSports Naked BikesDirt Bikes
    Engine TypeSingle Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FIAir Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine
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    KTM 250 Duke vs Kawasaki KLX230 Comparison

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          KTM 250 Duke
          KTM 250 Duke
            Rs2,26,767*
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                Kawasaki KLX230
                Kawasaki KLX230
                  Rs1,84,000*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.2,57,411* Onwards
                Rs.2,10,504* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                30.08 kmpl
                40 Kmpl
                Max Power
                31 PS @ 9250 rpm
                19 PS
                User Rating
                4.5
                Based on KTM 250 Duke Reviews
                4.4
                Based on Kawasaki KLX230 Reviews
                Body Type
                EMI Starts₹ 7,434
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                ₹ 5,765
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.12,503
                250 Duke Insurance
                Rs.11,784
                KLX230 Insurance
                ColoursEbony BlackMetallic SilverSlate GreyView All ColoursLime GreenBattle Gray and Bright White and EbonyView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, LC4c, SOHC, FI
                Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine
                Displacement
                249.07 cc
                233 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Liquid Cooled
                Air Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                4
                2
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Assist And Slipper Clutch
                Wet Multi Disc, Manual
                Ignition
                -
                Digital
                Gearbox
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                6 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                72 mm
                67 mm
                Stroke
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                61.1 mm
                66 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                12.63:1
                9.4:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                19 Nm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging PortYes
                -
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYesYes
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
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                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                Clock
                Digital
                Yes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Features and Safety
                Switchable ABSYesYes
                Internet ConnectivityYes
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                Mobile ApplicationYesYes
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Riding Modes
                Track,Street
                Yes
                QuickshifterYes
                -
                Additional Features/Information
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                Super Moto ABS, Quickshifter+,
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                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                30.08 kmpl
                40 Kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                148 kmph
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                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                15 L
                7.5 L
                Width
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                830 mm
                Length
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                2110 mm
                Height
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                1160 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                3 L
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                Ground Clearance
                176 mm
                255 mm
                Wheelbase
                1354 mm
                1370 mm
                Dry Weight
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                136 kg
                Kerb Weight
                162.8 kg
                139 kg
                Seat height
                820 mm
                880 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                320 mm
                290 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                240 mm
                230 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                29 psi
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                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                29 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
                32 psi
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                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
                32 psi
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Split Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
                Perimeter, High Tensile Steel

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • KTM 250 Duke

                  • The new 250 cc engine offers more power and punchy acceleration to enjoy those long rides on weekends.
                  • An affordable street fighter that comes with Supermoto ABS, Quickshifter+, slipper clutch, 5" TFT display and much more.
                  • Excellent handling, ride by wire and cornering ABS ensures you have a smooth and safe ride, every time.
                  • The aggressive styling, sharp features and edgy design on this KTM 250 makes it one of the most appealing street naked bikes.

                  Kawasaki KLX230

                  • Extremely lightweight
                  • Long travel suspension can easily handle offroad riding
                  • The ground clearance is quite good
                • KTM 250 Duke

                  • The lack of good low-end torque can make it quite frustrating to ride in city traffic.
                  • The maintenance and running cost (high fuel consumption) of the Duke 250 can seem a bit steep compared to other naked street fighters in this category.
                  • Some riders report that the seat cushioning is too hard while the taller riders dislike the ergonomics.

                  Kawasaki KLX230

                  • Power and performance could have been better

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • 250 Duke
                • KLX230
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                  navneet on Jun 29, 2026
                  4.5
                  Duke 250 review
                  Amazing bike and very beginner friendly. Duke 250 GEN 3 is one of the most amazing beginner bikes to learn how to ride on. It comes with dual ABS and good features that really sold it for me. I had this bike for 2 years now and I can vouch on the handling, servicing and mileage aspects is one of the best.
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                  parveen on May 25, 2026
                  5.0
                  Good life my best ever bike
                  Because it is my dream to buy this bike. I love it. Mujhe ya bike lena tha, jab se me college me aaya hu. Sab k pass bike hai but mera pass bike nahi thi, is liye mujhe ye bike lena ka dream tha. Bike me ache features hai. In this bike, everything is good. Me travel karta hu is bike se aur sath me har jagah jata hu. Bike ki maintanence achi hai aur good for long routes also. Suspensions bhi bahot ache se kaam karte hai. Overall good bike. Yes, Ye bike best hai for a cool look and sporty feature ke sath nice seat and display also. I like this bike because it has so many features. I am so lucky that I bought this bike time. I love it. Must buy.
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                  abhisar on May 19, 2026
                  4.8
                  Best 250CC street fighter for the price
                  KTM Duke 250. I recently bought and I am loving it so far. Its aggressive looks turns heads every time. In city, it feels great and on highway, it gives you confidence. Mileage, breaks and performance is great. Other than this, build quality feels premium. Switch gear is solid and TFT Display is amazing. Also it has quick shifter.
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                  happy on Mar 30, 2026
                  5.0
                  is segment mai sabse badiya bike hai mileage is good
                  Small body but power is cool and this bike design is wow and suspension is very smooth. The best part of bike is quick shifter, bike is very cool. look at the tyre size / front and back tyre size is so good. Long trip ke liya sabse best bike hai or comfort to kya he hai front tyre ka size sabse cool lga or back tyre ka size to sabse behtar hai or seat cowl wow long ride mai hip mai no pain and best part of head light wow aggressive look like a beast. Duke 390 is the beast, small body but power is incredible looks so good, mileage is best, segment for this model 2026 40 to 45 per litre and best part of bike installed quick shifter and seat cowl is best and very comfortable.
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                  yadu on Dec 19, 2025
                  4.3
                  Genuine review Duke 250 after 7 months
                  Duke 250 design is what got me flabbergasted. value for money is great. Good looking bike with mischievous intent if you twist the throttle, manageable maintenance cost, best in class features like ride bidirectional quick shifter, TFT display, phone connectivity, best braking in segment. You can flick the bike with great reflex, you'll get a good average if you keep it between 60-80 at 6k -8k RPM, I'm getting around 35 kmpl and if i rev it upto 10k I'll be getting 24-26 kmpl average. My Only concerns are the headlight projection is not that good but adjustable, and the seat is stiff, not for long travel and comfort but to dominate. If your looking for a bike with stealth and road presence this is the bike, I had shortlisted duke 390 also but at last i got 250 because it's more practical with good power delivery and decent milage and look wise both are around same except for features.
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                  sam on Aug 30, 2025
                  4.5
                  Its fun n cool
                  It is the one of best bike for stunt from my view and its colour of body is unique and is design is similar and close to an aerodynamic and its engine has more power its body structure is like galli boy but its work is like top in class very awesome and fabulous one of main thing is its silencer sounds good
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                  mukeet on Aug 16, 2025
                  4.3
                  I have used this bike
                  I have used this bike from 4 years and it is like bomb.It give's good mileage.safety is better than other dirty bikes. Its used material is very good than other dirty bikes and it gives a better ride always as compared to other bikes engine is also better and gives a good mileage as compare to other bikes
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                  vishnu on Aug 11, 2025
                  4.2
                  Excellent performance
                  Best one ever,that handle sets perfect with the hand,mileage is big hard ,but when it comes to pickup and riding was excellent,best one I have ever seen ,I think it’s the best dirt bike ,and have seen many bike in his segment but this is soo good , looks great and performance was excellent, the perfect dirt bike
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                  bage on Jul 23, 2025
                  3.5
                  Kawasaki klx230
                  Overall Goood, The 200cc éngine provides the good performance and the style of this bike ..i love it ...wish i could buy this someday 😁😁😁 ..cause i fricking loved this but one thing ...its showroom is not available in my place and cant travel so far distance for service and also the mileage is good
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                  abhay on Jun 22, 2025
                  5.0
                  There is so meny feature
                  Best bike There is so meny feature in this bike I also use this bike I am purchasing the from greater Noida. My friend suggested me to buy this bike .I am agree to buy the bike but so many feature and facilitate there Then I am agree to buy the bike .when I use the bike I really very happy and this is the amazing bike.
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                FAQs on KTM 250 Duke and Kawasaki KLX230

                Q) Which bike is better KTM 250 Duke or Kawasaki KLX230?

                A) As per our average user rating, KTM 250 Duke has a score of 4.5/5 while Kawasaki KLX230 has rate of 4.4 /5.

                Q) Which bike among KTM 250 Duke and Kawasaki KLX230 is cheaper?

                A) KTM 250 Duke price starts at Rs 2,26,767 & Kawasaki KLX230 price starts at Rs 1,84,000 in Delhi . Kawasaki KLX230 is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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