KTM RC 250 R vs Hyosung GT250RC (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM RC 250 Rstacks up against the Hyosung GT250RC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM RC 250 RHyosung GT250RC
Model year20162016
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower31 hp27 hp
Torque23 Nm
Weight188 kg
Seat height30 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Semi floating double discs, 2 pistons calipers
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires95/75-R17 / 115/75-R17 110/70-17 / 150/70-17

KTM RC 250 R vs Hyosung GT250RC — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM RC 250 R and the Hyosung GT250RC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM RC 250 R brings 31 hp, while the Hyosung GT250RC counters with 27 hp at 188 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: