KTM RC 250 R vs Bennche Rival 250 r (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM RC 250 Rstacks up against the Bennche Rival 250 r. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM RC 250 RBennche Rival 250 r
Model year20162013
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower31 hp25 hp
Weight172 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Tires95/75-R17 / 115/75-R17 110/70-17 / 140/70-17

KTM RC 250 R vs Bennche Rival 250 r — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM RC 250 R and the Bennche Rival 250 r usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM RC 250 R brings 31 hp, while the Bennche Rival 250 r counters with 25 hp at 172 kg.

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: