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Kawasaki Ninja 300 vs KTM 250 Duke Comparison

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Ninja 300 vs 250 Duke Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsNinja 300250 Duke
Price3.17 L2.12 L
Power296.0 CC248.8 CC
ClassSportsSports
Mileage26 KM/L30 KM/L
Ninja 300
Kawasaki Ninja 300
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹3.17 L
250 Duke
KTM 250 Duke
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹2.12 L
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STD
Kawasaki Ninja 300
STD
3.17 L
ABS BS VI
KTM 250 Duke
ABS BS VI
2.12 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.4
8.2
Design8.008.00
Performance7.758.00
Fuel Consumption6.506.50
Significance7.009.00
Safety7.008.00
Comfort9.009.00
Value For Money7.008.50

Specifications

Engine CC296.0 CC248.8 CC
Max Torque26.1025.00
Top Speed160 kmphN/A
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf StartSelf Start

Features

ABS No Yes

Pros Cons of Kawasaki Ninja 300

Pros

  • Comfortable riding position
  • Powerful and refined engine
  • Good handling

Cons

  • Aged styling
  • Low fuel efficiency
  • Expensive over rivals

Verdict

For MY2022, the Kawasaki Ninja 300 is offered in three colours - Lime Green, Candy Lime Green, and Ebony. Power on the 2022 Kawasaki Ninja 300 comes from the familiar 296 cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine that was upgraded to BS6 emission norms. The motor develops 38.4 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 26.1 Nm of peak torque at 10,000 rpm, while paired with a 6-speed gearbox. It continues to be one of sportier 300 cc motorcycles in India.

Pros Cons KTM 250 Duke

Pros

  • Updated 249 cc engine with 30.57 bhp and 25 Nm of torque, providing a smooth and engaging ride
  • Significant weight reduction of 8 kg, improving agility and handling
  • Advanced features like a 5-inch LCD screen, Bluetooth connectivity, ride-by-wire, and quick-shifter

Cons

  • Vibrations noticeable between 4500 to 5500 rpm, particularly during highway cruising
  • Stiff ride quality despite increased suspension travel, which may be uncomfortable on rough roads
  • Pillion seat could benefit from better padding for longer rides

Verdict

The KTM 250 Duke gets design inspired by the KTM 1290 Super Duke. The motorcycle also gets a dual-channel supermoto ABS mode. The 250 Duke continues to be powered by a BS6 compliant 248.8 cc single-cylinder engine which makes 30.50 bhp of power at 9250 rpm and 25 Nm of peak torque at 7250 rpm. In terms of rivals, it goes up against the Suzuki Gixxer 250 and its sibling, the Husqvarna 250 Twins. It is one of best options in the 250 cc naked sport motorcycles.

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