Ktm 1290 Super Duke Gt vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm 1290 Super Duke Gt vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Ktm 1290 Super Duke Gt: 173 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h (electronically limited; estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Suzuki Gsx-250r: 24 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm 1290 Super Duke Gt
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
173 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
140 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
173 hp @ 9,500 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
140 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h (electronically limited; estimated)
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ktm 1290 Super Duke Gt
8.5/10
"The sport-tourer for riders who find GS Adventures too sensible."
Pros
+Brutal V-twin performance
+Excellent semi-active suspension
+Surprisingly capable touring ability
Cons
−Expensive dealer servicing costs
−Wind protection merely adequate
−Thirsty under hard riding
Suzuki Gsx-250r
6.5/10
"A solid starter bike you'll definitely outgrow, but not regret."
Pros
+Smooth, confidence-inspiring motor
+Excellent fuel economy
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Runs out of power quickly
−Patchy Suzuki parts availability
−Weak fork seals over mileage
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