Hero Karizma XMR vs KTM 250 Duke

KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs. 2.41 Lakh which is Rs. 60,386 costlier than base model of Hero Karizma XMR priced at Rs. 1.80 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Hero Karizma XMR is 41.55 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl. In technical specifications, Hero Karizma XMR is powered by 210 cc engine , while KTM 250 Duke is powered by 250 cc engine. Hero Karizma XMR is available in 3 different colours while KTM 250 Duke comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Hero Karizma XMR vs KTM 250 Duke can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Karizma XMR vs 250 Duke

Key Highlights Karizma XMR STD250 Duke STD
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
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Karizma XMR vs 250 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR STDKTM 250 Duke STD
Rating
81 reviews
86 reviews
Brand Name Hero Moto Corp KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.80 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
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 Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,211 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,606 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,913 Karizma XMR Insurance Rs. 10,900 250 Duke Insurance
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Engine Type
4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
210 cc
250 cc
Max Power
25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
73 mm
72 mm
Stroke
50 mm
61.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12: 01
12.63:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
41.55 kmpl
30.08 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
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
810 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
2068*760*1110 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1354 mm
Length
2068 mm
...
Ground Clearance
160 mm
176 mm
Height
1110 mm
...
Width
760 mm
...
Fuel Capacity
11 Liters
15 Liters
Kerb Weight
163.5 Kg
162.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS alerts
...
USB charging port
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Switch
Display
5 Inch, LCD
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
...
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Digital
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Switchable ABS
...
DRLs
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Rev-happy engine
  • powerful enough to cruise at 110-120kmph all day ; Spacious seat
  • sporty
  • yet comfortable ergonomics ; Excellent value for money
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning
  • Quickshifter is really smooth
  • Exciting yet tractable engine
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Underwhelming instrument cluster ; Initial bite from the brakes could be better ; Could’ve had grippier tyres
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders
  • Slightly dull at slow speeds
  • Inconsistent fit and finish

Is KTM 250 Duke Better Than Hero Karizma XMR?

66% users have chosen KTM 250 Duke over Hero Karizma XMR in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 251 users have also rated KTM 250 Duke and Hero Karizma XMR on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Hero Karizma XMR 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 250 Duke Karizma XMR
Mileage 3.6 4.6
Performance 4.1 4.9
Comfort 4.3 4.9
Maintenance 3.3 4.5
Features 4.4 4.8
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR vs KTM 250 Duke?
Hero Karizma XMR has out rated KTM 250 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR vs KTM 250 Duke?
The Hero Karizma XMR is cheaper than KTM 250 Duke by Rs. 60,386.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR vs KTM 250 Duke?
For the STD version, 210 cc Petrol engine of Karizma XMR produces 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 250 cc Petrol engine of 250 Duke produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Karizma XMR has better performance.

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