KTM 390 Duke vs Hyosung GD250N vs Kawasaki Z250 SL Comparison

Updated: 30, Oct, 2023 11:06 AM

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Kerb Weight
154 kgNA148 kg
Ground Clearance
170 mmNA180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 litres11 litres11 litres
Wheelbase
1367±15 mm1346 mm1330 mm
Seat Height
800 mm790 mm785 mm
Dry Weight
139 kg155 kgNA
Overall Length
2002 mm1937 mm1935 mm
Overall Width
873 mm800 mm700 mm
Overall Height
1274 mm1055 mm1015 mm

PERFORMANCE FIGURES

0-100 kmph
5.6 secsNANA

COMFORT FEATURES

Electric Start
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED

Mileage
20-30 kmpl (approx.)NA25-35 kmpl (approx.)

ENGINE AND GEARBOX

Engine cc (Displacement)
373.2 cc249 cc249 cc
Bore
89 mm73 mm72 mm
Stroke
60 mm59.6 mm61.2 mm
Number of Cylinders
111
Primary Gear Ratio
30:80NANA
Secondary Gear Ratio
15:45NANA
Engine Details
1-cylinder 4-stroke engine, water-cooled249cc, Liquid-Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4-ValveLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke, Single Cylinder
Maximum Power
43 Bhp @ 9500 rpm28 BHP @ 8500 rpm27.62 Bhp @ 9700 rpm
Maximum Torque
35 Nm @ 7250 rpm24 NM @ 7000 rpm22.6 Nm @ 8200 rpm
Number of Gears
666
Clutch
Slipper ClutchWet Multi-PlateWet multi-disc, Manual
Cooling
Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pumpLiquid CooledLiquid Cooling
Lubrication
Wet sumpWet SumpForced lubrication, Wet sump
Ignition
Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustmentCDIDigital

INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES

Fuel Gauge
DigitalDigitalDigital
Tachometer
DigitalAnalogDigital
Trip Meter
Digital-2DigitalDigital
Speedometer
DigitalDigitalDigital

BATTERY AND LIGHTING

Pass Light
Voltage
12V12 VNA
Capacity
8AhNANA
Head Light
12V, 60/55W, H4HalogenHalogen
Battery Type
Maintenance FreeMFMF

MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW

Vehicle Overview
KTM 390 Duke is the most value for money motorcycle of India currently, when seen from performance perspective. It offers the 373.2 cc, liquid cooled and fuel injected engine producing 43 BHP and 35 Nm of torque. 390 Duke's lightweight body makes it much quicker than all regular bikes, taking just 5.6 second for 0-100 kmph on the meter. KTM Duke 390 has no direct rival while cost comparison brings Mahindra Mojo and CBR250R ABS into the competition.Hyosung GD250N is the next generation naked street fighter from the Korean superbike giant. It carries a single cylinder, 249 cc engine that is good for 28 BHP at 8500 rpm and 24 Nm at 7000 rpm. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Unlike other old generation Hyosung motorcycles, GD250N weighs just 145 kg and claims a top speed of 140 kmph. It carries a futuristic design and extra fat 170/80-R15 rear tyre. The motorcycle rivals Benelli TNT25, Yamaha FZ25 and upcoming quarter liter products from Hero and other manufacturers. It uses 300 mm front and 230 mm rear disc brake for efficient braking.Kawasaki Z250 SL is a single cylinder street bike that uses a powerful 249cc engine producing 27.62 BHP at 9700 rpm and 22.6 Nm at 8200 rpm. It comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox and claims a top speed of 153 kmph. The bike is still not on sale in India and would be the best option for Kawasaki if they plan to bring a localized product. It weighs just 148 kg and could help rider with less than average height with its 785 mm of seat height. The bikes in competition includes Benelli TNT 250 and Mahindra Mojo 300 in India.

BRAKES AND TYRES

Tubeless Tyres
Front Brake
300mm Disc brake with four-pot brake caliperDisc290mm Disc, Dual-piston caliper
Alloy Wheels
Rear Brake
230mm Disc brake with one-pot brake caliper, floating brake discsDisc220mm Disc, Dual-piston caliper
Wheel Type
AlloysAlloysAlloy Wheels
ABS
NAOptional
Front Tyre
110/70 R17110/70-R17 54S100/80-17M/C 52S
Rear Tyre
150/60 R17150/60-R17 66S130/70-17M/C 62S

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

Front Suspension
WP 43mm upside down forksUpisde-Down Telescopic Forks37 mm telescopic fork
Rear Suspension
WP MonoshockSwingarmUni-Trak with adjustable spring preload
Frame (Chassis)
Tubular space frame made from steel, powder-coatedNATube diamond
Rear Wheel Travel
150 mmNA116 mm
Front Wheel Travel
150 mmNA110 mm

Miscellaneous Information

Chain
5/8 x 1/4” X-RingNANA
Steering Angle
65°NA36°(Left), 36°(Right)

Colour Options and Price in India

2-Wheeler Type
NakedNakedNaked
Official Tagline
One for AllNASingle Minded Purpose
Colour Options
White, BlackWhite, Red, BlackGreen, Black, Orange

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