KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport vs Yamaha DS 7 (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 250 GS Enduro Sportstacks up against the Yamaha DS 7. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 250 GS Enduro SportYamaha DS 7
Model year19861972
Price
Engine247 cc247 cc
Horsepower17 hp24 hp
Fuel capacity2.5 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 4.50-18 3.00-18 / 3.25-18

KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport vs Yamaha DS 7 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport and the Yamaha DS 7 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport brings 17 hp, while the Yamaha DS 7 counters with 24 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: