Hero Karizma R vs KTM Duke 250

Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	223.00 cc	248.80 cc
Engine	4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled	1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Engine Starting	Self start	Electric starter
Engine Lubrication	--	Wet sump
Clutch	Multiplate Wet Clutch System	PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Fuel System	Carburettor	Electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Advanced Microprocessor Ignition (AMI)	Digital
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Liquid cooled
Maximum Power	17 Bhp @ 7000 rpm	29 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Maximum Torque	18.35 Nm @ 6000 rpm	24 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Transmission	5 Speed Constant Mesh	6-speed
Gear Shift Pattern	--	1-N-2-3-4-5-6
Top Speed	130 kmph	--
Battery	12V - 6 Ah, MF Battery	12 V DC
Frame	Diamond Type Frame	Steel trellis frame, powder coated
Headlamp	Halogen Bulb Type	LED with DRLs
Taillamp	--	LED Tail Lamp

Highway Mileage	50 kmpl	--
Overall Mileage	40 kmpl	--

Front	2.75 X 18	--
Rear	100/90 X 18	--
Wheel / RIM	Alloys	Alloy Wheels

Front	276 mm Disc	Four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc
Rear	130 mm Drum	Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc

Front	Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers	WP upside-down 43 mm
Rear	Swing arm with 5 Step adjustable hydraulic shocks	WP monoshock

Colors

Force Silver, Spotlight White, Sport Red, Darling Yellow and Power Black.

Orange and White

Length	2125 mm	--
Width	755 mm	--
Height	1160 mm	--
Weight	150 kg	149 kg
Wheelbase	1355 mm	1357 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm	185 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	15 litres	13.4 litres

About	Hero Honda Karizma R is the first generation Karizma bike. The bike was launched in May, 2003. Read More	KTM Duke 250 is the first ever quarter litre naked street bike from the Austrian bike makers. T Read More
Features	-Dual Round Headlights -LED tail lamp -18 inch alloy wheel -Raised tail section -Rear view mirror mounted on cowl -Digital Fuel Gauge -Side Stand Alarm -Stylish graphics	--

Pros	-Good suspension -Excellent brakes and handling -Informative instrument panel -Split seats	- Aggressive and dynamic design with a resemblance to the higher-end KTM models. - Features a slipper clutch, typically found in premium sports bikes. - Ergonomically efficient with ample space and freedom of movement. - Powerful 249cc engine delivering 30 Ps of maximum power. - Lightweight and maneuverable chassis for enhanced precision. - Adjustable suspension for balancing according to riding conditions. - Effective braking system with optional ABS.
Cons	-Over Heating -Reports of engine vibration from some customers -Dull and boring front fascia -Lack of 6th gear -Same old instrument panel -Sluggish to hit top speed	- Lacks a split LED headlight like the 2017 Duke 390. - Uses an older instrument console instead of a TFT display screen. - Side-slung exhaust position may not appeal to all riders. - Limited fuel tank capacity of 13.4 liters.