Suzuki Gsx-s250 vs Ktm Duke 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Gsx-s250 vs Ktm Duke 250. Suzuki Gsx-s250: ~24 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated) hp, ~181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~145 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx-s250
Ktm Duke 250
Horsepower (hp)
24 hp
30 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
24 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
177 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
~24 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated)
30 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
~22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
24 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
~145 km/h (estimated)
135 km/h
Weight
~181 kg (wet/curb weight)
177 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsx-s250
6.5/10
"A sensible, unspectacular learner bike that rewards careful used buying."
Pros
+Smooth fuel-injected twin
+Reliable with proper maintenance
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Soft suspension wallows cornering
−Mediocre braking performance
−Boring styling, forgettable character
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
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