KTM has unveiled a sneak peek into its highly anticipated 2024 lineup, showcasing the brand-new 2024 KTM 250 and 125 Duke motorcycles via online images. These motorcycles, set to make their official debut today, display a fresh and innovative design, complemented by a host of new features and cutting-edge hardware components. Although specific global pricing remains undisclosed, KTM is poised to release these details during their imminent launch event.
The 250 and 125 Duke models boast a significant degree of visual similarity, characterized by shared design attributes such as headlamps, alloy wheels, tank design, and taillamps. Among the notable upgrades is a unified 5-inch TFT display, which both motorcycles incorporate to provide riders with modern connectivity features like music control, incoming call notifications, and turn-by-turn navigation.
Beneath the surface, both motorcycles are equipped with a 43 mm WP Apex front fork, featuring compression and rebound adjustability along with a 150 mm travel distance. The rear monoshock is preload adjustable, offering 150 mm wheel travel and 60 mm stroke. Embracing a robust construction, the motorcycles utilize a steel frame and incorporate an aluminum swingarm at the rear. Notably, braking performance is heightened by a novel 320 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc, complemented by dual-channel, cornering, and Supermoto ABS—features shared with their higher displacement counterpart, the 390 Duke. Both bikes also accommodate a seat height of 800 mm, which can be elevated to 820 mm with the addition of the KTM PowerParts set.
Turning to their powertrain, the KTM 125 Duke is driven by a 124.9 cc engine generating a peak power output of 14.7 bhp and 11.5 Nm of peak torque. In contrast, the 250 Duke is powered by a 249 cc engine, capable of producing 30 bhp and 25 Nm of peak torque. Both motorcycles employ a 6-speed gearbox to transfer power to the wheels.
While details on the Indian market launch are yet to be officially disclosed, it is anticipated that the India-specific variants may omit certain features as a strategy to control costs, aligning with the brand’s approach to cater to diverse market preferences