| Battery & Range | - Fuel tank capacity 14.5 L
- Designed for efficient touring; typical mileage around 30–31 kmpl
| - Fuel tank: 15 L (KTM India brochure).
- Claimed mileage: Not disclosed officially in Nepal-market source as of 2026-07-18.
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 249.07cc single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, FI, SOHC LC4c engine
- Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm
- Max torque 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
- Bosch electronic fuel injection (EFI)
- 6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch
- Ride-by-wire throttle with Quickshifter+
- Chain final drive, adventure-tuned ratios
| - 249.07 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke engine (KTM Nepal).
- 31 PS and 25 Nm, 6-speed transmission (KTM Nepal).
- Quickshifter+ included in the India brochure specification (India-spec, KTM India brochure).
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Ground clearance 228 mm
- Long-travel WP APEX suspension: 200 mm front, 205 mm rear travel
| - Ground clearance: 175 mm (OnlineKhabar).
- Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially in Nepal-market source as of 2026-07-18.
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| Dimensions | - Split-trellis steel frame with bolt-on subframe
- Saddle height around 855 mm
- Kerb weight approx 177 kg
| - Kerb weight: 163 kg (OnlineKhabar).
- Seat height: 800 mm (OnlineKhabar).
- Length/width/height: Not disclosed officially in Nepal-market source as of 2026-07-18.
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| Cargo | - Underseat storage minimal; space mainly for toolkit
- Designed for external luggage racks and panniers, not large underseat storage
| - Underseat storage: Not disclosed officially; naked bike layout has minimal practical storage (inference).
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| Comfort & Interior | - WP APEX USD front forks, 43 mm, 200 mm travel
- WP APEX rear monoshock, 205 mm travel, 10-step adjustable
- Ergonomic seat and upright riding position for touring
- High saddle with Dakar-style ergonomics suits tall riders
| - Split-trellis frame and WP APEX suspension are listed in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
- No interior; rider triangle and seat comfort details are not officially disclosed in Nepal source (as of 2026-07-18).
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - 5-inch full-color TFT display standard
- 12V USB socket / power outlet for devices
- Ride modes not mentioned; offroad ABS switchable
- LED indicators and modern switchgear
| - 5-inch LCD display is listed in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
- Ride-by-wire / Bosch EMS mentioned in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
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| Safety | - Front brake: 320 mm disc with radially mounted caliper
- Rear brake: 240 mm disc with floating caliper
- Switchable Offroad ABS for loose surfaces
- Slipper clutch aids stability during aggressive downshifts
- Robust frame and suspension for mixed terrain riding
| - Bosch dual-channel ABS with Supermoto mode (KTM India brochure).
- 320 mm front disc and 240 mm rear disc are listed in India brochure (India-spec, KTM India brochure).
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| Design & Exterior | - Dakar Rally-inspired styling and bodywork
- Two colors: Ceramic White and Electronic Orange
- Adventure beak, high ground clearance, long-travel stance
- Halogen headlamp with LED pilot lamps
| - LED headlight and metal fuel tank noted in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
- Ceramic White and Electric Orange color options reported for 2024 Nepal model (OnlineKhabar).
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| Sales & Imports | - Sold as a single mechanical variant in Nepal
- Ex-showroom Nepal price Rs 7,79,900
- Registration, road tax, insurance extra and province-dependent
- All data for Nepal variant sourced via official KTM Nepal
| - Nepal price reported at Rs 739,900 for 2024 model (OnlineKhabar).
- KTM Nepal model page confirms the current 2026 250 DUKE is on sale in Nepal (KTM Nepal).
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Premium features like Quickshifter+ and Offroad ABS at mid-range price
- Strong value for dual-use touring and light offroad riders
- Price higher than 200cc rivals but offers more performance and tech
| - Strong performance and features for the price in Nepal, given the 249 cc class and premium chassis (OnlineKhabar).
- Price has been reported above Rs 7 lakh, positioning it as a premium naked bike (OnlineKhabar).
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| Pros | - New LC4c engine with higher power and torque than earlier 250
- 228 mm ground clearance improves offroad capability
- WP APEX long-travel suspension handles rough roads well
- Quickshifter+ and switchable Offroad ABS standard in Nepal
- Adventure ergonomics suited to touring and commuting
| - Powerful 249.07 cc engine for the class (KTM Nepal).
- 6-speed gearbox with quickshifter+ in official India brochure (India-spec, KTM India brochure).
- Dual-channel ABS and WP APEX hardware add safety and control (India-spec, KTM India brochure; OnlineKhabar).
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| Cons | - High seat height can be challenging for shorter riders
- Limited underseat storage; needs external luggage solutions
- Premium pricing versus simpler 250cc street bikes in Nepal
- Halogen headlamp less advanced than full-LED setups
| - No official Nepal-market spec sheet with full dimensions found.
- Underseat storage is effectively negligible for a naked bike (inference).
- Mileage and fuel-economy figures were not officially disclosed in Nepal sources.
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