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KTM Adventure 250 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM Adventure 250 or Harley-Davidson Sportster S? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Adventure 250 and Sportster S. KTM Adventure 250 Price starts at Rs.2.47 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.15.54 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. KTM Adventure 250 is 1 cylinder, 248 cc Engine can generate 29.63 bhp @ 9000 rpm power whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Adventure 250 provides a mileage of 38.12 kmpl (base model), and Sportster S has a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model). KTM Adventure 250 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants whereas Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Adventure 250 vs Sportster S

Key HighlightsKTM Adventure 250Harley-Davidson Sportster S
PriceRs.2.47 LakhRs.15.54 Lakh
Engine Capacity248.76 cc1252 cc
Power29.63 bhp @ 9000 rpm120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range38.12 kmpl20 kmpl
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KTM Adventure 250 STD bike
KTM Adventure 250
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S
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    Specifications Overview

    Adventure 250 specificationsSportster S specifications
    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    2.77 Lakh
    17.78 Lakh
    User Rating
    3.9
    4.6
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14.5 Litres
    11.8 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    248.76 cc
    1252 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Adventure 250 Brakes, Suspension & TyresSportster S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    16
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    1
    1
    Front Wheel Size
    19
    17
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    1
    Calliper Type
    Front - 4 Piston, Rear- Single Piston Calliper
    Front- 4 Piston Rear- Single Piston Calliper
    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Front Suspension
    USD
    43 mm inverted fork with compression
    Rear Suspension
    WP APEX - Monoshock
    Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90 - 19
    160/70 - R17
    Rear Tyre Size
    130/80 - 17
    180/70 - R16
    Front Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    230 mm
    260 mm
    Rear Type
    Disc
    Disc
    Tubeless Tyres
    checkYes
    checkYes

    Instrumentation

    Adventure 250 InstrumentationSportster S Instrumentation
    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    1
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Digital
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Body & Suspension

    Adventure 250 Body & SuspensionSportster S Body & Suspension
    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Steel Trellis Frame, Powder-coated
    High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Adventure 250 Engine & TransmissionSportster S Engine & Transmission
    Engine Capacity
    248.76 cc
    1252 cc
    Engine Type
    Single Cylinder& 4-stroke& 4 V DOHC Engine
    Revolution® Max 1250T
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    2
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.096 kwh
    0.144 kwh
    Range
    -
    236 km/charge
    Top Speed
    140 kmph
    194 kmph
    Max Torque
    24 Nm @ 7500 rpm
    125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    Max Power
    29.63 bhp @ 9000 rpm
    120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    -
    Charging Socket
    No
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    72 mm x 61.1 mm
    105 mm x 72.3 mm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Adventure 250 Comfort & ConvenienceSportster S Comfort & Convenience
    Riding Modes
    No
    Sport, Road and Rain
    Low Battery Indicator
    1
    1
    Average Speed Indicator
    1
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    1
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    No
    No
    Engine Kill Switch
    checkYes
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Side Stand Indicator
    -
    No
    Start Type
    Electric Start
    Electric Start

    Safety

    Adventure 250 SafetySportster S Safety
    Radial Tyres
    1
    1
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    1
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    1
    1
    Brake Assist
    No
    -
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Dual Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    No
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    PASC Slipper Clutch& Mechanically Operated
    No
    Traction Control System
    No
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Adventure 250 Dimensions & CapacitySportster S Dimensions & Capacity
    Length
    2154 mm
    2270 mm
    Width
    900 mm
    843 mm
    Height
    1263 mm
    1089 mm
    Wheelbase
    1430 mm
    1520 mm
    Ground Clearance
    200 mm
    90 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    14.5 Litres
    11.8 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.8 Litres
    4.49 Litres
    Body Type
    Adventure
    Cruiser
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    177 kg
    225 kg
    Seat Height
    855 mm
    765 mm

    Entertainment & Communication

    Adventure 250 Entertainment & CommunicationSportster S Entertainment & Communication
    MID (Multi Info Display)
    checkYes
    checkYes

    Pros & Cons

    Adventure 250 Pros & ConsSportster S Pros & Cons
    Pros
    • Apt for both highway as well as off the road rides.
    • Great punch above 5000rpm, can munch miles with ease
    • Loaded with features including a comprehensive rider info display
    Cons
    • Ride is a bit stiff as compared to the Himalayan
    • Weak low RPM performance.
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    Detailed Comparison of KTM Adventure 250 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S

    Transmission

    KTM Adventure 250 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Sportster S comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    KTM Adventure 250 has a 14.5 Litres fuel tank with 1263 mm seat height. Harley-Davidson Sportster S has 1089 mm seat height and 11.8 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    KTM Adventure 250 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S Owner Reviews

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    • Sportster S Review
      • Wa
        Washim ahmed
        3 Month ago
        Review for KTM Adventure 250
        4.6
        It was a amazing experience with my ktm adv 250 bur the seat was not so comfortable the mileage I got is 30 to 35 on the daily basis some time it went to 28 although it was a good mileage for a 250 cc bike it was not for short rider.
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      • SS
        SUMON SEN
        1 Year ago
        Review for KTM Adventure 250
        4.2
        Heating issue is there to much in city traffic, but in high way it is superb
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      • GA
        Garry Aulakh
        2 Year ago
        Review for KTM Adventure 250
        3.8
        It has Excellent seating comfort.It is loaded with amazing features.It's 250cc Engine has good top-end power.
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      • A
        Amir
        2 Year ago
        Review for KTM Adventure 250
        4.0
        Solid built bike with 250cc engine with 14.5 fuel tank capacity. Top speed goes upto 140 km, available at reasonable price i.e. around 2.5 Lac.
        Likes (1)
      • SM
        Shashank Mehta
        2 Year ago
        Review for KTM Adventure 250
        4.2
        Excellent purchasing experience with prompt bike delivery. So far, the riding experience has been positive, with a good riding stance, refined engine, and reasonable mileage (about 35 km/l) in varied conditions.
        Likes (1)
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        Sachin Thakur
        11 Apr 2024
        Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
        5.0
        Package of power and performance excellent acceleration and control Provides a comfortable riding experience. With all these features I can say surely it's an price worth it.
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      • KC
        K Chandan
        6 Month ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
        5.0
        It has a powerful performance and aggressive design
        Likes (1)
      • KS
        Kundan Singh
        8 Month ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
        5.0
        Good looking bike and smooth running on road Good
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      • SR
        Sikander Rao
        2 Year ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
        4.0
        I have test driven every Harley Davidson bike and Sportster S has made a mark on me.Does sound incredible,engine is too smooth and refined.If you have 12 to 13 Lacs budget then this is the bike for you.
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      • AS
        Ajay Sehgal
        2 Year ago
        Review for Harley-Davidson Sportster S
        4.2
        The best thing that I like is it gets bluetooth and navigations as it comes loaded with top tech electronics.
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      KTM Adventure 250 and Harley-Davidson Sportster S FAQs

      What is the on-road price of KTM Adventure 250?
      The on-road price of KTM Adventure 250 is Rs. 2.77 Lakh in New Delhi.
      What is the on-road price of Harley-Davidson Sportster S?
      The on-road price of Harley-Davidson Sportster S is Rs. 17.78 Lakh in New Delhi.