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KTM 250 Duke vs Ducati Monster 797 Comparison

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250 Duke vs Monster 797 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights250 DukeMonster 797
Price2.12 L8.51 L
Power248.8 CC803.0 CC
ClassSportsCruiser
Mileage30 KM/L18 KM/L
250 Duke
KTM 250 Duke
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹2.12 L
Monster 797
Ducati Monster 797
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹8.51 L
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ABS BS VI
KTM 250 Duke
ABS BS VI
2.12 L
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Ducati Monster 797
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8.51 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.2
N/A
Design8.00-
Performance8.00-
Fuel Consumption6.50-
Significance9.00-
Safety8.00-
Comfort9.00-
Value For Money8.50-

Specifications

Engine CC248.8 CC803.0 CC
Max Torque25.0067.00
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf StartSelf Start

Features

Ducati Multimedia System No Yes
Brembo Braking System No Yes
Bosch 9.1 MP ABS system No Yes
LCD instrument panel No Yes

Pros Cons of 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.

Pros Cons Ducati Monster 797

Pros

  • Design
  • Performance
  • Dynamics

Cons

  • Price
  • Engine heat in everyday use

Verdict

The new Monster offers enough performance to keep things entertaining for experienced riders, and for new riders, it offers an easy and accessible platform, which is unintimidating and easy to ride. Overall, it offers dollops of fun, it's quite a fun and likeable package, and the new Monster has evolved in the right direction, with a near-perfect blend of performance, safety net, dynamics and accessibility.

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