| Battery & Range | - Fuel tank: 15 L (KTM India brochure).
- Claimed mileage: Not disclosed officially in Nepal-market source as of 2026-07-18.
| - Fuel tank capacity 8.1L
- Claimed mileage around 48.75 kmpl
- 155cc liquid-cooled VVA engine for efficient touring
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 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).
| - 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve single-cylinder engine
- Maximum output 12.3kW (16.7PS) @ 10,000 rpm
- Maximum torque 14.3 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
- Fuel Injection supply system
- Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) present
- Wet, multiple-disc clutch
- Constant mesh 6-speed transmission
- Electric starter, TCI ignition system
- Wet sump lubrication, engine oil capacity 1.10L
- BS6-compliant engine for Nepal market
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Ground clearance: 175 mm (OnlineKhabar).
- Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially in Nepal-market source as of 2026-07-18.
| - Wheelbase 1430 mm
- Minimum ground clearance 245 mm
- High ground clearance suited to off-road trails
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| Dimensions | - 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.
| - Length 2145 mm, width 840 mm, height 1200 mm
- Seat height 880 mm
- Kerb weight 134 kg with oil and full fuel
- Single blue colour option for Nepal market
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| Cargo | - Underseat storage: Not disclosed officially; naked bike layout has minimal practical storage (inference).
| - No dedicated underseat cargo storage disclosed
- Dual-purpose design prioritises off-road capability over luggage
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| Comfort & Interior | - 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).
| - Long-travel telescopic front fork and link-type rear suspension for comfort
- Rear swingarm with gas-charged shock absorber
- Narrow off-road style seat, 880 mm height
- Ergonomics tuned for standing and seated off-road riding
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - 5-inch LCD display is listed in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
- Ride-by-wire / Bosch EMS mentioned in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
| - Fully digital meter panel
- Digital speedometer present
- Hazard lamp function available
- Multi-function LCD instrument cluster
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| Safety | - 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).
| - Front hydraulic disc brake
- Rear hydraulic disc brake
- Dual-channel ABS reported for Nepal spec
- Knobby dual-purpose tyres: 2.75-21 front, 4.10-18 rear, tube type
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| Design & Exterior | - LED headlight and metal fuel tank noted in Nepal coverage (OnlineKhabar).
- Ceramic White and Electric Orange color options reported for 2024 Nepal model (OnlineKhabar).
| - Semi double cradle frame
- Telescopic front suspension, rear link suspension with gas-charged shock
- 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels with off-road tyres
- Adventure / dual-sport styling under ‘The Call of the Blue’ campaign
- Single Yamaha Blue colour for Nepal launch
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| Sales & Imports | - 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).
| - Officially sold in Nepal by MAW Yamaha as a single WR-155R variant
- Launch price announced at Rs 7.49–7.50 lakh on-road Nepal
- Introduced at NADA Auto Show 2024
- Imported as a fully built unit for the Nepal market
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| Value for Money Verdict | - 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).
| - Positioned as a light, powerful dirt/adventure bike for mixed terrain
- Price around Rs 7.50 lakh seen as premium yet competitive for segment
- Strong value for enthusiasts seeking off-road-ready Japanese reliability
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| Pros | - 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).
| - Strong 155cc VVA engine with good power and torque for its class
- High 245 mm ground clearance and off-road suspension
- Fully digital meter with hazard lamp adds modern feel
- Dual disc brakes, reported dual-channel ABS for better control
- Light kerb weight 134 kg aids agility off-road
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| Cons | - 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.
| - Tall 880 mm seat height challenging for shorter riders
- Tube-type tyres less convenient than tubeless for puncture repairs
- Single colour option limits personalisation
- Premium pricing vs smaller-capacity trail bikes in Nepal
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