KTM 250 Duke vs Yamaha R3

Yamaha R3 Price starts at Rs. 3.59 Lakh which is Rs. 1.14 Lakh costlier than base model of KTM 250 Duke priced at Rs. 2.45 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM 250 Duke is 30.08 kmpl whereas the mileage of Yamaha R3 is 25 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 250 Duke is powered by 250 cc engine , while Yamaha R3 is powered by 321 cc engine. KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 different colours while Yamaha R3 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison KTM 250 Duke vs Yamaha R3 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

250 Duke vs R3

Key Highlights 250 Duke STDR3 STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
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250 Duke vs R3 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Duke STDYamaha R3 STD
Rating
85 reviews
50 reviews
Brand Name KTM Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.45 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.59 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Duke Colors
Yamaha R3 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. 6,711 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,854 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,812 250 Duke Insurance Rs. 14,742 R3 Insurance
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, FI Engine
4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves
Engine Displacement
250 cc
321 cc
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
42 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
72 mm
68 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
44.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
...
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electric
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
11.2:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
30.08 kmpl
25 kmpl
Top Speed
148 kmph
170 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :- 140/70-17
Peak Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
42 PS @ 10750 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
780 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2090*730*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1380 mm
Length
...
2090 mm
Ground Clearance
176 mm
160 mm
Height
...
1140 mm
Width
...
730 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
14 Liters
Kerb Weight
162.8 Kg
169 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
820 mm
780 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
298 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
220 mm

USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 7AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Split-Trellis frame
Diamond
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Switch
Display
5 Inch, LCD
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Analogue
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
Analogue
Digital
Clock
Digital
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
KTM 250 Duke
  • Can be cramped for taller riders
  • Slightly dull at slow speeds
  • Inconsistent fit and finish

Is Yamaha R3 Better Than KTM 250 Duke?

100% users have chosen Yamaha R3 over KTM 250 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 217 users have also rated Yamaha R3 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 Yamaha R3 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your bike. But KTM 250 Duke is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance.
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 R3
Mileage 0.3 3.7
Performance 0.5 4.2
Comfort 4.7 4.3
Maintenance 0.3 3.4
Features 4.8 4.5
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KTM 250 Duke Vs Yamaha R3 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 250 Duke vs Yamaha R3?
As per the users experiences KTM 250 Duke is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Yamaha R3 is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Duke vs Yamaha R3?
The KTM 250 Duke is cheaper than Yamaha R3 by Rs. 1.14 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Duke vs Yamaha R3?
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, 321 cc Petrol engine of R3 produces 42 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 250 Duke has better performance.

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