Ktm Duke 250 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Duke 250 vs Suzuki Gixxer 250. Ktm Duke 250: 30 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 177 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 135 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Gixxer 250: Approximately 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated based on available data) hp, Approximately 166–169 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed Approximately 145–155 km/h (estimated, varies by conditions), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Duke 250
Suzuki Gixxer 250
Horsepower (hp)
30 hp
26 hp
Torque (Nm)
24 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
135 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
177 kg
166 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
30 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Approximately 26 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated based on available data)
Torque
24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Approximately 22 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimated based on available data)
Top Speed
135 km/h
Approximately 145–155 km/h (estimated, varies by conditions)
Weight
177 kg (wet/curb weight)
Approximately 166–169 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L real-world average)
Approximately 3.2–3.8 L/100km (26–31 km/L, real-world estimate)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ktm Duke 250
7.5/10
"A rewarding urban weapon if the service history checks out."
Pros
+Sharp, flickable trellis chassis
+Strong resale value retention
+Punchy enough for commuting
Cons
−Parts and dealer costs high
−Subframe stress crack prone
−Chain wears fast if neglected
Suzuki Gixxer 250
7.5/10
"A sharp, unpretentious used buy that rewards careful inspection."
Pros
+Punchy single-cylinder engine
+Excellent fuel economy
+Confidence-inspiring neutral handling
Cons
−Seat foam degrades quickly
−Fairing panels feel flimsy
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
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