Top 5 250cc Motorcycles In India

250cc has been picking up pace in recent years with new launches.

As such, here are the top 5 250cc motorcycles that we think you should consider while buying one.

KTM 250 Duke

The KTM 250 Duke is the most powerful 250cc motorcycle you can currently buy in India. The 248.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine in the KTM 250 Duke motorcycle produces 29.6bhp of peak power at 9,000rpm and 24Nm of peak torque at 7,500rpm. Additionally, the KTM 250 Duke comes with a 6-speed gearbox and top-notch hardware such as a trellis frame, USD forks at the front, and many more.

Though the KTM 250 Duke is a powerful motorcycle, it is not as frantic as its 200cc sibling and the performance on offer feels a bit more mature. In terms of pricing, the KTM 250 Duke is a quite expensive motorcycle at Rs 2.37 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Bajaj F250

The Bajaj F250 can be considered a spiritual successor to the iconic Bajaj Pulsar 220F motorcycle. On top of that, the Bajaj Pulsar F250 motorcycle neatly blends daily commute needs and long-ride requirements.

Powering the Bajaj Pulsar F250 is a 249cc, single-cylinder, 2-valve, Oil-Cooled, SOHC engine. This engine puts out 23.5bhp of peak power at 8,750rpm and 21.5Nm of peak torque at 6,500rpm. Apart from that, this engine comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch, and the motorcycle can also be optioned with a dual-channel ABS unit. Prices for the Bajaj Pulsar F250 starts from Rs 1.40 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Yamaha FZ 25

The Yamaha FZ 25 is an excellent motorcycle for long-distance riding as the motorcycle comes with a very smooth and torquey engine. On top of that, the Yamaha Z25 offers a comfortable riding posture and excellent day-to-day usability.

The 249cc air-cooled SOHC engine in the Yamaha FZ25 makes 20.51bhp at 8,000rpm and 20.1Nm of torque at 6,000rpm. On top of that, the motorcycle comes with a large 14L fuel tank, which is quite handy during long rides. Also, the motorcycle comes with an attractive price tag of Rs 1.47 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Suzuki V-Storm SX

The Suzuki V-Storm is an excellent long-distance touring motorcycle with plenty of wind protection and usable power. However, at Rs 2.11 lakh (ex-showroom, India), the Suzuki V-Storm SX is on the expensive side.

Powering the Suzuki V-Storm SX is the same 249cc, single-cylinder, SOHC engine that powers the Suzuki Gixxer 250. This engine produces a healthy 26.5bhp of power at 9,300rpm and 22.2Nm of torque at 7,300rpm. On top of this, the motorcycle comes with a very touring-friendly 6-speed transmission.

Bajaj Dominar 250

The Bajaj Dominar 250 is a motorcycle that does everything really well considering the motorcycle costs just Rs 1.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). On top of that, the 248.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine in the Dominar 250 pushes 26.6bhp of peak power at 8,500rpm and 23.5Nm at 6,500rpm, and the powertrain comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

Additionally, the Bajaj Dominar 250 sports a comfortable riding position and comes with plenty of aftermarket support to make it an even more capable touring machine. So, it is essentially a motorcycle that does everything quite well.

Thoughts About 250cc Motorcycles In India

The 250cc motorcycle segment has always been in the shadows. However, with increased interest from two-wheeler manufacturers, we are witnessing a slow yet consistent growth in the 250cc motorcycle segment. Moreover, we expect more two-wheeler manufacturers to launch their 250cc motorcycles in the coming years.