The KTM 250 DUKE flaunts with, a new 250 cc powerplant – this machine is 250% DUKE! Built with the same NAKED ethos as its bigger brethren, the 2024 KTM 250 DUKE boasts an all-new, muscled-up attitude, complete with a fresh new frame, suspension package, LED lights, riding tech, and street-ripping, turn-gripping aggression.
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Boasting the latest generation in LC4c engines, the 2024 KTM 250 DUKE muscles up with more power, smoother acceleration, and lighter overall weight than before. Drawing from years of experience in the small engine game, the 2024 KTM 250 DUKE now also features an improved gearbox, and an optimized cylinder head, and is ready to adopt EURO5.2 emission standards. Oh, and did we mention it is also READY ΤΟ RACE?
Tearing a deep gash into the night, all 2024 KTM DUKE models come equipped with powerful LED lights in the front and at the rear. Not only do these work when the world becomes dark, but they also provide improved visibility when navigating busy traffic or misty road conditions.
Everything you need at a glance. The 2024 KTM 250 DUKE features an all-new 5" LCD dashboard. This is paired with a new switch cube, with 4-way menu switches that allow easy interaction with all vehicle functions - even smartphone connectivity. Speaking of which, All new generation DUKE models are equipped with connectivity functions, allowing pilots to play music, take incoming calls, and get to where they are going with Turn-by-Turn navigation.
All-new, lightweight cast aluminum footpeg hangers and grippy footpegs ensure riders have uninterrupted grip when banging through the gears, with high-end CNC-machined footpegs available from the KTM PowerParts catalog.
The new design features a 2-piece construction composed of an all- new steel trellis main frame with a pressure die-cast aluminum subframe. The rear shock absorber is now also mounted off-center to allow for a larger airbox while reducing seat height and, at the same time, adding to the DUKE's aggressive stance. Not only designed for looks, the primary objective of the frame design is to enhance vehicle dynamics by augmenting torsional rigidity, improved agility, and enhanced feedback from the chassis.
A new curved cast aluminum swingarm provides a sturdy and durable platform for the rear suspension system, featuring a direct shock absorber mount that is now offset to the side, for that super-racy look. This also creates additional space for the new exhaust muffler, providing added attitude.
Upfront, a 43 mm WP APEX big piston fork with 150 mm travel keeps things in check, ensuring rock-solid performance on all street conditions.
On the rear, you'll find an off-center WP APEX Emulsion shock absorber with 150 mm of travel and 60 mm of stroke. The rear shock is also preload adjustable.
Reducing weight where it counts the most, the 2024 KTM DUKE range has made significant inroads at reducing unsprung mass thanks to a set of lightweight wheels, wrapped in MERF steel radial tires. This not only improves the overall handling characteristics but also means quicker turn-in and less strain on working components like axels and bearings.
On the front wheel, the KTM 250 DUKE boasts a 320 mm brake disk with brand-new four-piston radial calipers. The new design includes bigger disks to reduce the operating temperature with improvements in the resistance to fading and longer pad lifespan. On the rear wheel, a 240 mm brake disk is installed with a brand-new twin-piston caliper which carries the same benefits as the front wheel. Cornering ABS and SUPERMOTO ABS are also standard features.
Thanks to a slightly longer wheelbase, new seat heights, and frame geometry, the 2024 DUKE range boasts dramatically improved cornering behavior, stability, and handling proficiency. This, along with an already sterling reputation as being a THE THRILL CHASER and an aggressive seating position, means the 2024 KTM 250 DUKE sets the standard when it comes to energetic NAKED machinery.
Improved comfort for the rider and pillion, thanks to thicker seat foam, a narrower profile, and an overall improvement in general ergonomics. Need for more or less seat height? The 2024 KTM 250 DUKE has a standard seat height of 800 mm, but can easy be increased to 820 mm with the optional KTM PowerParts seat offering.
| ENGINE | |
|---|---|
| TORQUE | 25 Nm |
| TRANSMISSION | 6-speed |
| COOLING | Liquid cooled |
| POWER IN KW | 23 kW |
| STARTER | Electric starter |
| STROKE | 61.17 mm |
| BORE | 72 mm |
| CLUTCH | PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
| DISPLACEMENT | 249 cm³ |
| BOSCH | Bosch EMS with RBW |
| DESIGN | 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine |
| LUBRICATION | Wet sump |
| CHASSIS | |
|---|---|
| ABS | Bosch 10 MB Two Channel ABS (disengageable) |
| FRONT BRAKE DISC DIAMETER | 320 mm |
| REAR BRAKE DISC DIAMETER | 240 mm |
| FRONT BRAKE | Four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc |
| REAR BRAKE | 2 piston floating caliper |
| CHAIN | 520 X-Ring |
| DRY WEIGHT | 149 kg |
| FRAME DESIGN | Steel trellis frame, powder coated |
| FRONT SUSPENSION | WP APEX 43 |
| REAR SUSPENSION | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| SEAT HEIGHT | 800 mm |
| SUSPENSION TRAVEL (FRONT) | 150 mm |
| SUSPENSION TRAVEL (REAR) | 150 mm |
| WHEELS | Cast aluminium wheels |
