Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs KTM 250 Duke

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Classic 350 or KTM 250 Duke? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Classic 350 and 250 Duke. Royal Enfield Classic 350 Price starts at Rs.1.83 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Redditch Series Single Channel and KTM 250 Duke Price starts at Rs.2.14 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Royal Enfield Classic 350 is R1 cylinder, 350 cc Engine can generate 20.2 bhp @ 6R100 rpm power whereas KTM 250 Duke is a 1 cylinder, 249 cc Engine can generate 30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Classic 350 provides a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model), and 250 Duke has a mileage of 30.8 kmpl (base model). Royal Enfield Classic 350 is available in 1 colours & 8 variants whereas KTM 250 Duke is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.

Classic 350 vs 250 Duke

Key Highlights	Royal Enfield Classic 350	KTM 250 Duke
Price	Rs.1.83 Lakh	Rs.2.14 Lakh
Engine Capacity	350 cc	249.07 cc
Power	20.2 bhp @ 6R100 rpm	30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range	35 kmpl	30.8 kmpl

Royal Enfield Classic 350

Redditch Series Single Channel

Rs. 1.83 Lakh

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KTM 250 Duke

STD

Rs. 2.14 Lakh

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JAWA 42 FJ

Aurora Green Matte Spoke R

Rs. 2.13 Lakh

Specifications Overview

Classic 350 specifications	250 Duke specifications	42 FJ specifications
Variant Name	Redditch Series Single Channel	STD	Aurora Green Matte Spoke R
On Road Price	2.05 Lakh Price Breakup	2.40 Lakh Price Breakup	2.39 Lakh Price Breakup
User Rating	4.2 1167 Reviews	4.4 94 Reviews	4.4 12 Reviews
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	-	15 Litres	12 Litres
Engine Displacement	350 cc	249.07 cc	334 cc

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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Classic 350 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	250 Duke Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	42 FJ Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Braking System	Single Channel ABS	Single Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed	Fixed
Front Disc Size	300	320	320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	No	No	No
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32	29	23
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	32	29	23
Front Wheel Size	RR19	R17	R18
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	Yes	Yes	Yes
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36	32	30
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	32	32	28
Rear Wheel Size	R18	R17	R17
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic& 4R1 mm forks& R130 mm travel	WP APEX USD forks& 43mm diameter	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload	WP APEX MoNoshock& 10-step preload adjustable	Twin Shock Absorber With 5-step Adjustable Pre-load
Front Tyre Size	R100/90 - R19	110/70 R17	100/90-18 56H

Instrumentation

Classic 350 Instrumentation	250 Duke Instrumentation	42 FJ Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch	No	Yes	No
Touch Screen Display	No	No	No
Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Analogue	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital

Exterior

Classic 350 Exterior	250 Duke Exterior	42 FJ Exterior
Daytime Running Lights	Yes	Yes	No
LED headlight	Yes	Yes	Yes

Warranty

Classic 350 Warranty	250 Duke Warranty	42 FJ Warranty
Basic Warranty	3 Years/30000 Kms	2 Years/30000 kms	4 Years/50000 kms

Body & Suspension

Classic 350 Body & Suspension	250 Duke Body & Suspension	42 FJ Body & Suspension
Colors	Classic 350 Colours	250 Duke Colours	42 FJ Colours
Images	Classic 350 Images	250 Duke Images	42 FJ Images
Frame Type	Twin Downtube Spine Frame	Split-Trellis Frame	Double Cradle

Engine & Transmission

Classic 350 Engine & Transmission	250 Duke Engine & Transmission	42 FJ Engine & Transmission
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Ignition	-	CDI	-
Spark Plugs	Yes	Yes	Yes
Engine Capacity	350 cc	249.07 cc	334 cc
Engine Type	-	Single Cylinder& Liquid Cooled& FI Engine	Single Cylinder& 4 stroke& liquid Cooled&DOHC
No. of Cylinders	R1	1	1
No. of valves per cylinder	2	4	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual	Manual
Top Speed	115 kmph	148 kmph	-
Bore x Stroke	72 mm x 85.8 mm	72 mm x 61.1 mm	85 mm X 65 mm
Configuration	Single Cylinder	-	DOHC
Cooling type	Air oil cooled	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Max Power	20.2 bhp @ 6R100 rpm	30.57 bhp @ 9250 rpm	28.7 bhp
Max Torque	27 Nm @ 4000 rpm	25 Nm @ 7250 rpm	29.92 Nm

Comfort & Convenience

Classic 350 Comfort & Convenience	250 Duke Comfort & Convenience	42 FJ Comfort & Convenience
Average Speed Indicator	No	Yes	No
Call/SMS Alerts	No	Yes	No
Front Storage Box	No	No	No
Geo Fencing	No	No	No
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes	No
Pillion Backrest	No	No	No
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Riding Modes	No	No	No
Service Reminder Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
GPS & Navigation	No	Yes	No
Console Type	Analogue Cum Digital	Digital	Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator	No	No	No
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Instrument Console	Analogue Cum Digital	Digital	Digital

Safety

Classic 350 Safety	250 Duke Safety	42 FJ Safety
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hazard Warning Switch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Radial Tyres	-	Yes	-
Side Stand Alarm	No	Yes	No
Pass Light	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Grabrail	No	Yes	No
Turn Signal	LED	LED	LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Modes	-	No	No
Slipper Clutch	Yes	Yes	-
Traction Control System	No	No	No

Dimensions & Capacity

Classic 350 Dimensions & Capacity	250 Duke Dimensions & Capacity	42 FJ Dimensions & Capacity
Length	2 mm	-	-
Width	785 mm	820 mm	833 mm
Height	-	1109 mm	-
Wheelbase	-	1354 mm	1440 mm
Ground Clearance	-	176 mm	178 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	-	15 Litres	12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity	-	1.7 Litres	-
Body Type	Cruiser	Sports	Cruiser
Seat Height	805 mm	800 mm	790 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight	-	162.8 kg	184 kg

Entertainment & Communication

Classic 350 Entertainment & Communication	250 Duke Entertainment & Communication	42 FJ Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)	Yes	-	Yes

Pros & Cons

Classic 350 Pros & Cons	250 Duke Pros & Cons	42 FJ Pros & Cons
Pros	New J-series platform offers great mix of handling & ride Straight-line stability & balance is good for highway riding Design looks beautiful & timeless classic Exhaust note resembles the old thump of the Bullet Fit & finish is one of the best at this price range Seating comfort is very good for long rides	Most refined engine in the Duke series of models Powerful & fast performance overall Design is funky & modern with youthful appeal Braking power is very powerful Ride & handling combo is well tuned for enthusiasts	A bigger 334cc Alpha 2 engine compared to the standard Jawa 42 The Alpha 2 engine is more refined as compared to the 300cc engine The design of the motorcycle looks appealing Gets better dimensions compared to the regular Jawa 42 Dual-channel ABS, Assist & Slipper clutch available as standard fitment Multiple colour options available
Cons	It lacks modern features like digital speedometer No LED lights The top models are pricey Ride quality feels stiff at lower speeds	Mid-range vibrations from engine are still present Aggressive riding position is not suited to all Pricey when compared to the rivals	Some colour options are a bit overpriced The base colour option gets spokes wheel The seat length is short, and riding with a pillion for long rides could be uncomfortable The availability of sales and service networks is still limited as compared to rivals

Detailed Comparison of Royal Enfield Classic 350 and KTM 250 Duke

Safety

Classic 350 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch. 250 Duke has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

Royal Enfield Classic 350 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port, Engine Kill Switch and KTM 250 Duke, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

Transmission

Royal Enfield Classic 350 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and 250 Duke comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

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Royal Enfield Classic 350 and KTM 250 Duke and JAWA 42 FJ Owner Reviews

Classic 350 Review
250 Duke Review
42 FJ Review

- Rk
  Rakesh kumar
  13 Feb 2026
  5.0
  This bike is a true power generator for every condition. I absolutely love it! It looks great, delivers super power, and is a joy to have. I can go anywhere with it, and with low maintenance and full performance, it’s a perfect companion for all rides.
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  PRAVAT KUMAR
  03 Feb 2026
  3.8
  Good and nice bike with good mileage. The seating is very comfortable, the kick start works well, the weight is well balanced, and the color looks nice. The bike runs smoothly, looks great, and is suitable for long rides too. Overall, a lovely bike.
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  Nirmal Singh
  03 Feb 2026
  5.0
  Awesome experience. I love the power and on-road stability, and the braking is excellent. It’s easy to control even at high speeds, and the seat comfort is also very good.
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  Nihal
  28 Jan 2026
  5.0
  This 350cc bike is good for everyone. It has an attractive design, ultimate features, and comes under budget. The silencer sound, size, weight, and handling are all impressive. Overall, it offers great value for money and is a superb all-rounder.
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- Dv
  Dev varshney
  28 Jan 2026
  4.6
  This bike is excellent in terms of looks, style, comfort, mileage, and power. The only downside is that maintenance can be a bit costly. Overall, we are very happy after buying this bike.
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Royal Enfield Classic 350 and KTM 250 Duke FAQs

What is the on-road price of Royal Enfield Classic 350?

The on-road price of Royal Enfield Classic 350 is Rs. 2.05 Lakh in New Delhi.

What is the on-road price of KTM 250 Duke?

The on-road price of KTM 250 Duke is Rs. 2.40 Lakh in New Delhi.

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