KTM 250 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 310

TVS Apache RTR 310 Price starts at Rs. 2.49 Lakh which is Rs. 24,990 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 TVS Apache RTR 310 is 35 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 250 Duke is powered by 250 cc engine , while TVS Apache RTR 310 is powered by 312.12 cc engine. KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 different colours while TVS Apache RTR 310 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison KTM 250 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 310 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

250 Duke vs Apache RTR 310

Key Highlights 250 Duke STDApache RTR 310 Arsenal Black Without Quickshifter
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Fuel Injected, Spark Ignited Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 35.6 PS @ 9700 rpm

250 Duke vs Apache RTR 310 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDTVS Apache RTR 310 Arsenal Black Without Quickshifter
Rating
85 reviews
95 reviews
Brand Name KTM TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.25 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 2.49 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Fuel Injected, Spark Ignited Engine
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 35.6 PS @ 9700 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
TVS Apache RTR 310 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. 6,160 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,845 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,474 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 12,894 Apache RTR 310 Insurance
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, Fuel Injected, Spark Ignited Engine
Engine Displacement
250 cc
312.12 cc
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
35.6 PS @ 9700 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
28.7 Nm @ 6650 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
72 mm
80 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
62.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Dynamically controlled integrated high energy ignition system
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
12.17 ± 0.35:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
35 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
...
7.19s
Top Speed
...
150 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-R17 Rear :-150/60-R17
Peak Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
35.6 PS @ 9700 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
820 mm
800 mm
Load carrying capacity
...
130 kg
Length*Width*Height
...
1991*831*1154 mm3
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1358 mm
Length
...
1991 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
180 mm
Height
...
1154 mm
Width
...
831 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
11 Liters
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
169 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
820 mm
800 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
...
Electronic throttle control, Glide Through Technology, Voice Assist, Telephony, Digi Docs, Crash Alert, GoPro Control, Smart Helmet Connectivity, Race Telemetry, Idle speed - 1600 ± 200rpm, Air filter - Dry Paper Type, Brake Fluid - DOT 4
Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
Dynamic Class D LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 8AH
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Cruise Control
...
Frame
Split-Trellis frame
Hybrid with Trellis and cast frames, split chassis
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
Display
5 Inch, LCD
5 inch TFT with Instrument cluster
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Tachometer
Analogue
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Analogue
Digital
Clock
Digital
Digital
Stepup Seat
...
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Switchable ABS

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Duke
  • Looks Stunning
  • Quickshifter is really smooth
  • Exciting yet tractable engine
TVS Apache RTR 310
  • Plenty of performance - Motor is more powerful than the RR310
  • Packing some segment- and world-first features
  • Comfortable riding posture
  • Light and responsive handling
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders
  • Slightly dull at slow speeds
  • Inconsistent fit and finish
TVS Apache RTR 310
  • Shorter overall gearing means motor feels busy in lower gears
  • Vibrations get annoying beyond 100kmph
  • Even in Urban mode the throttle response is too aggressive
  • Quite pricey once you add all the BTO kits

Is TVS Apache RTR 310 Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

60% users have chosen TVS Apache RTR 310 over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 271 users have also rated TVS Apache RTR 310 and KTM 250 Duke on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
TVS Apache RTR 310 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 Apache RTR 310
Mileage 4.0 3.6
Performance 4.3 4.1
Comfort 4.5 4.3
Maintenance 3.9 3.4
Features 4.7 4.4
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KTM 250 Duke Vs TVS Apache RTR 310 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 310?
TVS Apache RTR 310 has out rated KTM 250 Duke on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 310?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 310 by Rs. 24,990.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs TVS Apache RTR 310?
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 Arsenal Black Without Quickshifter version, 312.12 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 310 produces 35.6 PS @ 9700 rpm of power and 28.7 Nm @ 6650 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Duke has better performance.

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