A test unit of the 2017 KTM Duke 250 has been
spotted in uncamouflaged state shod. The 2017 KTM Duke 250 is powered by a 248.8 cc
powertrain which is capable of producing 31 PS at 9,000 rpm and 24 Nm of peak
torque at 7,250 rpm. The engine is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox and also gets a
slipper clutch.
While the design philosophy is the same as the 2017
KTM Duke 390 it misses out on some of the premium features like LED headlamps
and ride by wire system. The instrumentation console in the new Duke 250
continues to be the same LCD unit. The bike also complies with the new BSIV
emission norms which will be compulsory for all manufacturers from April 1,
2017.
The KTM Duke 250 is shod with upside down forks up
front and a monoshock in the rear. Brakes include a 300 mm disc in the front
and a 230 mm unit in the rear. Dual channel ABS though can be expected to be a
standard fitment.
It will be
priced between the Duke 200 and Duke 390.
