KTM Duke's Main Competitor Revealed In The Market, Have A Look

Husqvarna has introduced the Vitpilen 250 in India.

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Its competitors in the 250 cc motorcycle segment include the KTM 250 Duke.

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Notably, the Vitpilen 250 utilizes the same foundational components as the 250 Duke.

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Both bikes are equipped with a 249.1 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, generating a maximum power of 30.84 bhp and a peak torque of 25 Nm.

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They come with a 6-speed gearbox featuring a slip-and-assist clutch, and additionally offer a quick-shifter for smooth up-and-down gear changes.

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Both motorcycles utilize 43 mm inverted forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear, with suspension parts being procured from WP Apex.

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Braking responsibilities are handled by a 320 mm disc at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear, accompanied by dual-channel ABS.

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Both bikes come equipped with LED lighting and an LCD display providing comprehensive information to the rider.

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The KTM 250 Duke is priced at ₹2.39 lakh ex-showroom, while the Vitpilen 250 comes in at Rs. 2,19,000 ex-showroom.

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KTM Duke's Main Competitor Revealed In The Market, Have A Look

Husqvarna has introduced the Vitpilen 250 in India.

Husqvarna Vitpilen

Its competitors in the 250 cc motorcycle segment include the KTM 250 Duke.

KTM Duke's Competitor

Notably, the Vitpilen 250 utilizes the same foundational components as the 250 Duke.

Similar Components

Both bikes are equipped with a 249.1 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, generating a maximum power of 30.84 bhp and a peak torque of 25 Nm.

Engine Specs

They come with a 6-speed gearbox featuring a slip-and-assist clutch, and additionally offer a quick-shifter for smooth up-and-down gear changes.

Gearbox

Both motorcycles utilize 43 mm inverted forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear, with suspension parts being procured from WP Apex.

Suspensions

Braking responsibilities are handled by a 320 mm disc at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear, accompanied by dual-channel ABS.

Brake Disc

Both bikes come equipped with LED lighting and an LCD display providing comprehensive information to the rider.

Light specs

The KTM 250 Duke is priced at ₹2.39 lakh ex-showroom, while the Vitpilen 250 comes in at Rs. 2,19,000 ex-showroom.

Price Range