KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400

Triumph Speed 400 Price starts at Rs. 2.40 Lakh which is Rs. 15,000 costlier than base model of KTM 250 Duke priced at Rs. 2.25 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl whereas the mileage of Triumph Speed 400 is 30 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 250 Duke is powered by 250 cc engine , while Triumph Speed 400 is powered by 398.15 cc engine. KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 different colours while Triumph Speed 400 comes with 4 colours. The Comparison KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

250 Duke vs Speed 400

Key Highlights 250 Duke STDSpeed 400 STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 40 PS @ 8000 rpm

250 Duke vs Speed 400 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDTriumph Speed 400 STD
Rating
85 reviews
83 reviews
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.25 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.40 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 40 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Triumph Speed 400 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 Analogue
EMI
Rs. 6,160 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,571 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,474 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 23,780 Speed 400 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder
Engine Displacement
250 cc
398.15 cc
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
40 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
37.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
72 mm
89.0 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
64.0 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
12:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
30 kmpl
Top Speed
148 kmph
145 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/80-17, Rear :-150/70-17
Peak Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
40 PS @ 8000 rpm
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
790 mm
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1377 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
...
Height
...
1084 mm
Width
...
814 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
13 Liters
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
176 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
820 mm
790 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
230 mm

USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Split-Trellis frame
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
5 Inch, LCD
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Analogue
Digital
Clock
Digital
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Switchable ABS
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
2

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning
  • Quickshifter is really smooth
  • Exciting yet tractable engine
Triumph Speed 400
  • Exciting and friendly performance
  • Comfortable yet sporty riding dynamics
  • Build quality is premium
  • Phenomenal pricing
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders
  • Slightly dull at slow speeds
  • Inconsistent fit and finish
Triumph Speed 400
  • Sharper braking would’ve been appreciated
  • Lacks ‘smart’ features

Is Triumph Speed 400 Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

50% users have chosen Triumph Speed 400 over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 256 users have also rated Triumph Speed 400 and KTM 250 Duke 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 Triumph Speed 400 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage.

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 Speed 400
Mileage 3.5 3.6
Performance 4.5 4.1
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 3.5 3.4
Features 4.8 4.4
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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 in your bike. But Triumph Speed 400 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than Triumph Speed 400 by Rs. 15,000.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs Triumph Speed 400?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 398.15 cc Petrol engine of Speed 400 produces 40 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 37.5 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Duke has better performance.

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