User Review of 250 Duke by Harshit Gusain

The most powerful and comfortable handling in Duke 250
Better in all segments in 250 bikes
The best in driving and cornering in the segment the most stylish bike in the segment awesome bike and the most spoked bike is the Duke 250 for performance and handling 2020 bikes are the most popular design language.

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Imagine buying the exact bike you wanted and buying it. That was the RC 390 for me when my parents gifted it to me in college. I loved that bike and i never rode it below 7k rpm and not once was there even a hickup. Reputation for a ktm in my mind could be summarized as 'weird looking fast bikes with exceptional handling and bulletproof reliability'. I sold it after riding it for about 20k kilometers. Then came the time to buy a bike for my newbie rider girlfriend and she loved the duke 390. I thought that the 390 is too much of a bike for a newbie so we settled on the duke 250. We took the delivery of the bike just months after its launch and once again the chassis, suspension, handling was all great. The braking performance is good but only with high spec brakepads thats costs a fortune otherwise the abs is just too intrusive, a fair bit more than even my gt650. The engine was not at all punchy down low but thats to be expected with a small 250 single. As you climb the revs the sweet spot is between 6 to 8k rpm. Beyond that it just struggles to push but that is because ktm bikes are tunes very lean due to emission norms. But thankfully the powerband was leaner compared to my rc390 whose powerband was the only reason i got rid of it. Just yuk. A few weeks into ownership the bike started to show its colour or rather the lack of them as the display would suddenly turn all white it would take a reboot to fix that. Soon the display started loosing its pixels faster than a 70 year old with cataract. Then the bike would start to idle at 4k rpm. We took it to the ktm dealship and the only thing they did was an ecu flash for the high idle. The display was never changed under warranty which btw is of 5 years and 75000 kms but what good is it if they wont apply it properly. To this day its takes a microscope with ai to read the engine temperature. Its more or less a ritual for the bike to turn off atleast 2 times by itself upon cold start and then it would keep idling. The hazard lights have a mood and your wish to use them comes more as a suggestion. All in all the bike is great to ride. The mechanical stuff is amazing. The fit and finish, the build quality, even the basic reliability is on point but the small niggles are the ones which kind of spoils the user experience to the point where you wouldn't wanna keep it forever even as a souvenir if it's your 1st bike. And the final nail in the coffin came an year later when ktm gave a 20k discount on it while giving it 390's drls and display. Now its just a place holder till i sell it and get a proper bike. My suggestion is that if you are a beginner rider who would like to experience the best of handling in small bikes go get a used one as you will easily be able to find it at a very reasonable price. Ride it for a while and if you can live with the small niggles it has keep it for about 2 years otherwise you will anyway end up selling it in 1 year as the engine in that competent chassis feels like a 16 year old in a team with professional players. It will do bt it'll just do.

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making it ideal for city commuting and spirited rides on winding roads, though its stiff suspension might not suit everyone seeking long-distance comfort; it offers a great balance of performance, style, and affordability, with a modern design that turns heads on the road while maintaining a manageable power delivery for both new and experienced riders.

About the Reviewer

Buying Experience: Smooth purchase with knowledgeable dealership staff. Riding Experience: Exhilarating ride, responsive handling Details about Looks, Performance, etc: Striking design, powerful engine, solid build quality. Powerful Engine. Stylish Design. Good Handling. Comfortable Ergonomics. Higher Price. Limited Pillion Comfort. Minimal Wind Protection. Overall, Duke 250 offers a fantastic package, blending performance, style, and comfort.

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I have been using this bike for the last few months. The quality is good, even for the small accessories part. The suspension is nice. If you’re someone who enjoys riding bikes and is looking for the perfect caption to post alongside your bike pictures on Instagram, then you are at the right place. In this article, we have compiled a list of over 270 bike captions that are sure to catch the attention of your followers. Whether you are a casual rider or a professional who is deep into motorbikes, we’ve got you covered. From trendy to motivational, these captions will help you express your love for bikes by making your posts reach hundreds and thousands of people on Instagram.

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The Duke 250 offers a thrilling experience with its aggressive styling, lightweight frame, and powerful 250cc engine. It excels in city rides and spirited highway runs, delivering punchy performance and sharp handling. However, its stiff suspension may deter comfort seekers. It could have looked a little decent.

About the Reviewer

KTM has a thing for sharp aggressive bikes, but with this Duke 250, that has been tuned down just a bit, enough to not make it scary at the touch of the throttle, but still has enough kick that will bring an evil grin on your face when willing to go fast. The bike will become several times better after the 1000 km mark and the first service. You'll have fun on highways, you'll smile while doing overtakes and you'll laugh like a maniac in the twisties. Also the mileage is surprisingly great, I have got 40+ indicated on a couple of morning rides. For 3000kms, it has been pretty reliable except for one thing, the side stand sensor, make sure if you ever start receiving a false reading, take it to the service center. This issue arrived in my bike from the first week, took it to the service center at the month mark, they did some magic and never have I ever received even a false signal for once. Other than that the machine is pretty reliable, it gave me the courage to go on solo rides as well. Awesome machine

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I have been driving this new KTM Duke 250 for a month and I feel like it's too big compared to the old one due to its components TFT is not so good it's satisfactory and the quick shifter is the main reason to buy in this price range and that performance is same but I feel like it's dragging between 2 & 3 gares overall the bike is superb.

About the Reviewer

I always wanted to have the old KTM 250 but somehow it was discontinued and I was disappointed then they launched the Gen 3 Duke 250 with upgraded features and It is better than before everything is awesome in this bike worth every penny love KTM, I suggest everyone to at least take a test ride and I am sure they will love it.

About the Reviewer

The most powerful and comfortable handling in Duke 250
Better in all segments in 250 bikes
The best in driving and cornering in the segment the most stylish bike in the segment awesome bike and the most spoked bike is the Duke 250 for performance and handling 2020 bikes are the most popular design language.

About the Reviewer

Imagine buying the exact bike you wanted and buying it. That was the RC 390 for me when my parents gifted it to me in college. I loved that bike and i never rode it below 7k rpm and not once was there even a hickup. Reputation for a ktm in my mind could be summarized as 'weird looking fast bikes with exceptional handling and bulletproof reliability'. I sold it after riding it for about 20k kilometers. Then came the time to buy a bike for my newbie rider girlfriend and she loved the duke 390. I thought that the 390 is too much of a bike for a newbie so we settled on the duke 250. We took the delivery of the bike just months after its launch and once again the chassis, suspension, handling was all great. The braking performance is good but only with high spec brakepads thats costs a fortune otherwise the abs is just too intrusive, a fair bit more than even my gt650. The engine was not at all punchy down low but thats to be expected with a small 250 single. As you climb the revs the sweet spot is between 6 to 8k rpm. Beyond that it just struggles to push but that is because ktm bikes are tunes very lean due to emission norms. But thankfully the powerband was leaner compared to my rc390 whose powerband was the only reason i got rid of it. Just yuk. A few weeks into ownership the bike started to show its colour or rather the lack of them as the display would suddenly turn all white it would take a reboot to fix that. Soon the display started loosing its pixels faster than a 70 year old with cataract. Then the bike would start to idle at 4k rpm. We took it to the ktm dealship and the only thing they did was an ecu flash for the high idle. The display was never changed under warranty which btw is of 5 years and 75000 kms but what good is it if they wont apply it properly. To this day its takes a microscope with ai to read the engine temperature. Its more or less a ritual for the bike to turn off atleast 2 times by itself upon cold start and then it would keep idling. The hazard lights have a mood and your wish to use them comes more as a suggestion. All in all the bike is great to ride. The mechanical stuff is amazing. The fit and finish, the build quality, even the basic reliability is on point but the small niggles are the ones which kind of spoils the user experience to the point where you wouldn't wanna keep it forever even as a souvenir if it's your 1st bike. And the final nail in the coffin came an year later when ktm gave a 20k discount on it while giving it 390's drls and display. Now its just a place holder till i sell it and get a proper bike. My suggestion is that if you are a beginner rider who would like to experience the best of handling in small bikes go get a used one as you will easily be able to find it at a very reasonable price. Ride it for a while and if you can live with the small niggles it has keep it for about 2 years otherwise you will anyway end up selling it in 1 year as the engine in that competent chassis feels like a 16 year old in a team with professional players. It will do bt it'll just do.

About the Reviewer

making it ideal for city commuting and spirited rides on winding roads, though its stiff suspension might not suit everyone seeking long-distance comfort; it offers a great balance of performance, style, and affordability, with a modern design that turns heads on the road while maintaining a manageable power delivery for both new and experienced riders.

About the Reviewer

Buying Experience: Smooth purchase with knowledgeable dealership staff. Riding Experience: Exhilarating ride, responsive handling Details about Looks, Performance, etc: Striking design, powerful engine, solid build quality. Powerful Engine. Stylish Design. Good Handling. Comfortable Ergonomics. Higher Price. Limited Pillion Comfort. Minimal Wind Protection. Overall, Duke 250 offers a fantastic package, blending performance, style, and comfort.

About the Reviewer

I have been using this bike for the last few months. The quality is good, even for the small accessories part. The suspension is nice. If you’re someone who enjoys riding bikes and is looking for the perfect caption to post alongside your bike pictures on Instagram, then you are at the right place. In this article, we have compiled a list of over 270 bike captions that are sure to catch the attention of your followers. Whether you are a casual rider or a professional who is deep into motorbikes, we’ve got you covered. From trendy to motivational, these captions will help you express your love for bikes by making your posts reach hundreds and thousands of people on Instagram.

About the Reviewer

The Duke 250 offers a thrilling experience with its aggressive styling, lightweight frame, and powerful 250cc engine. It excels in city rides and spirited highway runs, delivering punchy performance and sharp handling. However, its stiff suspension may deter comfort seekers. It could have looked a little decent.

About the Reviewer

KTM has a thing for sharp aggressive bikes, but with this Duke 250, that has been tuned down just a bit, enough to not make it scary at the touch of the throttle, but still has enough kick that will bring an evil grin on your face when willing to go fast. The bike will become several times better after the 1000 km mark and the first service. You'll have fun on highways, you'll smile while doing overtakes and you'll laugh like a maniac in the twisties. Also the mileage is surprisingly great, I have got 40+ indicated on a couple of morning rides. For 3000kms, it has been pretty reliable except for one thing, the side stand sensor, make sure if you ever start receiving a false reading, take it to the service center. This issue arrived in my bike from the first week, took it to the service center at the month mark, they did some magic and never have I ever received even a false signal for once. Other than that the machine is pretty reliable, it gave me the courage to go on solo rides as well. Awesome machine

About the Reviewer

I have been driving this new KTM Duke 250 for a month and I feel like it's too big compared to the old one due to its components TFT is not so good it's satisfactory and the quick shifter is the main reason to buy in this price range and that performance is same but I feel like it's dragging between 2 & 3 gares overall the bike is superb.

About the Reviewer

I always wanted to have the old KTM 250 but somehow it was discontinued and I was disappointed then they launched the Gen 3 Duke 250 with upgraded features and It is better than before everything is awesome in this bike worth every penny love KTM, I suggest everyone to at least take a test ride and I am sure they will love it.

About the Reviewer