If you are looking for an adventure bike that is budget-friendly, modern and offers great performance on long trips and bad paths, then the KTM 250 Adventure is a good option. The bike is designed for riders who want to come to the adventure touring segment for the first time, but do not want to compromise with features or riding experience. The updates to the new model are so spectacular that it has now become a mini-390 adventure.
The KTM 250 adventure in India costs ₹240,560 (ex-showroom). In its category, this bike is very balanced in terms of price and feature.
The design of the new 250 adventure is more modern and premium than before. It follows KTM's new design philosophy and looks similar to its older version, the 390 Adventure. On the front side, you get semi-faring, a long windscreen and aerodynamic bodywork designed for both road and off-road use. The rally-style TFT console and sleek rear section give it the look of a Proper, Adventure-Ready machine. The bike's practicality and rugged look are fully balanced in this design.
KTM has completely upgraded the 250 adventure in terms of features. Now you get a ride-by-wire system, which makes throttle response very smooth and predictable. By-directional quickshifter makes riding even more fun and easy. Off-road ABS is one of the strongest features of bikes, especially when riding on loose raw roads. The slipper clutch also makes engine braking comfortable in difficult conditions. KTM has packed a lot of technology into the mix with the new 5-inch color TFT screen. It offers features such as Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, call notifications and music control, making long trips convenient and entertaining.
The bike's 248.76cc, liquid-cooled LC4c engine is brand new, taken from an updated platform of 250 Duke. This engine has a single overhead camshaft setup and a large airbox, which gives excellent low-end torque. This motor makes 30.5 bhp and 25 Nm, which gives good performance in the city, highway and light off-roading. With a six-speed gearbox, its performance looks linear and well balanced, especially on long rides.