Last Updated on: 08 Aug 2026
KTM 250 Duke Mileage
During our test in real-world scenarios, the KTM 250 Duke returned a mileage of 34.14kpl in the city and 39.66 kpl on the highway.
KTM 250 Duke Mileage Summary
| PowertrainThe combination of engine type, fuel, and transmission that powers your vehicle and determines how it drives and what it runs on. | ARAI MileageMileage certified by the government, tested under controlled lab conditions. Real-world mileage will vary. |
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Petrol-Manual 249.07 cc | NA |
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I live in Bangalore and have a budget of ₹3 lakh. My riding will mostly be once-a-week 40 km office commutes and short gym trips, with occasional touring. Currently, the KTM Duke 250 seems like the most practical choice because it balances city and some highway usage. I don’t want to buy adventure bikes. I considered the Triumph Speed 400, but I’m worried about its lower city mileage and maintenance costs. I’m open to suggestions—if you can explain any real-world advantages of the Speed 400 or other bikes in this price range that I might be missing, I’d love to hear them.
The KTM 250 Duke you are considering makes for a great one-bike garage to handle city and highway duties both. It has a punchy - yet not overwhelming - amount of grunt, engaging handling and will also return good fuel economy. Coming to the Triumph Speed T4, depending on how you ride, you should see decent fuel economy even inside city traffic. Since the bike is made by Bajaj, it shouldn't be too expensive to maintain. The advantage of the Speed T4 over the Duke will be its more effortless performance and more comfortable seating and suspension. And since you are shopping in this space, the TVS Apache RTR 310 is also worth taking a look at. The RTR 310 is a feature-rich machine with good performance and handling. Also, we will recommend you get the variant with the quickshifter as it is still priced sensibly, and this feature will enhance the riding experience. Since these are different machines in the riding experience they deliver, we'd recommend a test ride of all three before you decide.
Hey experts, I’m planning to buy a bike between August and October with a budget of ₹3 lakh. I’m looking for a torquey motorcycle with strong top-end performance that I can own for many years, as this will be the first bike registered in my name. I have a strong emotional connect with TVS, as I’ve ridden my elder brother’s 2015 Apache RTR 180, and I’m naturally drawn to the Apache RTR 310. It ticks many boxes for me in terms of styling, torque, mid-range and top-end performance, along with manageable fuel efficiency. However, my main concern is TVS after-sales service, as I don’t have first-hand experience and have heard mixed feedback from other owners. I’m also considering exchanging my old RTR 180 for the RTR 310. While I’m aware that I’m quite biased towards the RTR 310 emotionally, the reported service experience makes me question the practicality of the purchase. I’d really appreciate your advice on whether the RTR 310 is a sensible long-term choice and also request suggestions for strong alternatives in the same segment, so I can make a well-informed decision. Thank you!
The TVS Apache RTR 310 will be a good step up from your current Apache RTR 180. The RTR 310 is a sporty machine with good performance and handling, which doesn't feel overly stiff or uncompromising and makes for a good all-rounder. As you have pointed out, there have been sporadic issues with TVS' aftersales. But if you are prepared to deal with them - and it does seem like your heart is set on the Apache - then you can go ahead with the RTR 310.If you are open to looking at other brands, the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, Triumph Speed 400 and KTM 250 Duke all make for genuinely capable alternatives, with the Bajaj and Triumph also offering you quite a bit more performance. We would urge you to take a test ride and speak to your nearest dealer for aftersales of each bike so you can make a more informed decision.
I used to own a TVS Apache RTR 180 and want to upgrade to a higher capacity motorcycle. My budget is ₹2.5 Lakhs. I will mainly ride within the city, with very occasional long rides. I am 5'8" and looking for something that has good power( for city overtake) and mileage, as my daily commute is 50 km.
Since you are a TVS owner, there are a couple of products you can consider from the same manufacturer itself. The TVS Ronin and Apache RTR 310 will both be good options to step up to, although they will have very different riding experiences. The former will have a more relaxed, torque-rich riding experience, while the latter will have an engine that will reward you the more you rev it.In a similiar vein, you can also consider the KTM 250 Duke, which will be an energetic machine that's reasonably fuel efficient too. If you're open to getting an ADV, bikes like the TVS Apache RTX 300 and Hero Xpulse 210 make for good options in your price range. Take a test ride of all before you decide.
KTM 250 Duke FAQs
Carrying a pillion on the KTM 250 Duke can reduce real-world fuel efficiency by around 3-5 kpl due to increased load and riding conditions.
The KTM 250 Duke comes with a 15-litre fuel tank capacity. Based on its real-world mileage the bike can travel approximately 512 km to 595 km on a full tank under ideal riding conditions.
To improve the KTM 250 Duke’s mileage, maintain proper tyre pressure (29 psi for the front tyre and 32 psi for the rear tyre), service the bike regularly, keep the air filter clean, use good-quality fuel, and shift gears at the right RPM.
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