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    KTM 250 Duke vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

    BikeWale brings you comparison of KTM 250 Duke and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500. The ex-showroom price of KTM 250 Duke is ₹ 2,39,033 and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is ₹ 2,06,747. KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 colours and 1 variant and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is available in 3 colours. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between KTM 250 Duke and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500.

    KTM 250 Duke vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 Comparison Overview

    Key Highlights250 DukeThunderbird 500
    Price₹ 2,39,033₹ 2,06,747
    Capacity249.07 cc499 cc
    Power30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm 27.2 bhp @ 5250 rpm
    Economy35 kmpl28 kmpl
    KTM 250 Duke

    KTM

    250 Duke

    Standard
    ₹ 2,39,033
    Avg. Ex-Showroom price
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    Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

    Royal Enfield

    Thunderbird 500

    ABS
    ₹ 2,06,747
    Last Recorded Price
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            Specifications

            • Power & Performance

              Displacement (cc)
              		249.07499
              Max Power30.57 bhp @ 9,250 rpm27.2 bhp @ 5,250 rpm
              Max Torque25 Nm @ 7,250 rpm41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
              Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)
              		3528
              Riding Range (Km)
              		525560
              Top Speed (Kmph)
              		148--
              Riding Modes--
              Transmission6 Speed Manual5 Speed Manual
              Transmission Type
              		Chain DriveChain Drive
              Gear Shifting Pattern
              		1 Down 5 Up--
              Cylinders
              		11
              Bore (mm)
              		7284
              Stroke (mm)
              		61.190
              Valves Per Cylinder
              		42
              Compression Ratio
              		12.63:18.5 : 1
              Ignition
              		CDI--
              Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)
              		12
              Cooling System
              		Liquid CooledAir Cooled
              Clutch
              		Assist And Slipper Clutch--
              Fuel Delivery SystemFuel Injection--
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		1520
              Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)
              		33.5
              Emission Standard
              		BS6 Phase 2BS4
              Fuel Type
              		PetrolPetrol

            • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

              Front Suspension
              		WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameterTelescopic, 41mm forks, 130mm travel
              Rear Suspension
              		WP APEX Monoshock, 10-step preload adjustableTwin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjus
              Braking System
              		Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Front Brake Size (mm)
              		320280
              Caliper - Front4 Piston--
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Size (mm)
              		240240
              Caliper - Rear2 Piston--
              Wheel Type
              		AlloySpoke
              Front Wheel Size (inch)
              		--19
              Rear Wheel Size (inch)
              		--18
              Front Tyre Size
              		--90/90-19, 52P MRF Zapper FM
              Rear Tyre Size
              		--120/80-18, 62P MRF Zapper C
              Tyre Type
              		TubelessTubed
              Radial Tyres
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)29--
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)32--
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)29--
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)32--

            • Dimensions & Chassis

              Kerb Weight (kg)
              		162.8195
              Seat Height (mm)
              		800775
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		176140
              Overall Length (mm)
              		--2,060
              Overall Width (mm)
              		--790
              Overall Height (mm)
              		--1,205
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		--1,350
              Chassis Type
              		Split-Trellis FrameSingle downtube, using engine as stressed member

            • Manufacturer Warranty

              Standard Warranty (Year)2--
              Standard Warranty (Km)30000--

            • Service & Maintenance Schedule

              Free Services
              		3 Free Services (16000 Kms/240 Days)NA

            Features

            • Instrument Cluster

              Touch Screen Display
              		--
              Instrument ConsoleDigital--
              Odometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Speedometer
              		DigitalAnalogue
              Fuel Guage
              Digital Fuel Guage
              Hazard Warning Indicator--
              Average Speed Indicator--
              OTA UpdatesNot Available--
              Call/SMS Alerts--
              Geo Fencing
              		--
              Distance to Empty Indicator--
              Tachometer
              		DigitalAnalogue
              Stand Alarm
              No. of Tripmeters
              		22
              Tripmeter Type
              		DigitalDigital
              Gear Indicator--
              Low Fuel Indicator
              Low Oil Indicator
              Low Battery Indicator
              Clock
              Service Reminder Indicator--
              Battery
              		12 V, 8 AH MF battery12V 14Ah

            • Storage

              Front Storage Box--
              Under Seat Storage--

            • Mobile App Connectivity

              Mobile App Connectivity
              		--

            • Light System

              DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
              		--
              AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
              		--
              Shift Light
              Headlight Type
              		LED--
              Brake/Tail Light
              		LED--
              Turn Signal
              		LED--
              Pass Light

            • GPS & Charging

              GPS & Navigation
              		--
              USB Charging Port
              		----

            • Switchgear

              Riding Modes Switch--
              Traction Control--
              Cruise ControlNot Available--
              Hazard Warning Switch--
              Start Type
              		Electric StartElectric Start
              Killswitch

            • Pillion Comfort

              Stepped Seat
              Pillion Backrest
              Pillion Grabrail
              Pillion Seat
              Pillion Footrest

            • Additional Features

              Front Suspension Preload Adjuster--
              Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster--
              Additional FeaturesQuickshifter+, Ride-by-wire--

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.8/5

            90 Ratings

            4.3/5

            119 Ratings

            Rating Parameters

            4.6Visual Appeal

            4.5Visual Appeal

            4.3Reliability

            4.1Reliability

            4.2Comfort

            4.5Comfort

            4.2Service Experience

            3.6Service Experience

            4.6Value for Money

            3.5Value for Money

            Most Helpful Review

            Dream bike

            Riding Experience: The KTM Duke 250 is lauded for its performance and agility. It's d

            TORQUE MONSTER

            Very much surprised about the negative review of this Macho 500cc. I own this machine

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            FAQs about 250 Duke & Thunderbird 500

            Q: Which bike is better KTM 250 Duke or Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500?
            According to our average user rating, KTM 250 Duke has a score of 4.8/5 while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is rated 4.3/5.
            Q: Which bike among KTM 250 Duke and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is cheaper?
            Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is the cheapest among these bikes.
            Q: Which bike between KTM 250 Duke and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 has a better mileage?
            KTM 250 Duke (35 kmpl) has a better mileage than Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 (28 kmpl).
            Q: Which bike is heavier KTM 250 Duke or Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500?
            Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is heavier (195 kg) than KTM 250 Duke (162.8 kg).

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