2019
KTM 250 Duke - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 49396 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 250 Duke |
| Year | 2019 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chrome-molybdenum steel central-tube |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Brembo ABS |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP-USD |
| Frontwheeltravel | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rake | 26.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP shock absorber with linkage |
| Rearwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Wheels | CNC machined hubs. Excel rims. Wire spoked. |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 72.0 x 61.1 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Slipper clutch |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 248.80 ccm (15.18 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Enginetype | Reed intake |
| Fuelconsumption | 3.24 litres/100 km (30.9 km/l or 72.60 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 75.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Power | 29.50 HP (21.5 kW)) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/black |
|---|---|
| Starter | Kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 146.0 kg (321.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 13.40 litres (3.54 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.2021 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.