10 October 2024

KTM UPGRADES THE KTM 250 DUKE WITH ALL-NEW LED HEADLAMP & 5” COLOUR TFT SPEEDOMETER FEATURING RIDE MODES, NAVIGATION & CONNECTIVITY

The KTM 250 DUKE now boasts:

• All-new LED headlamps with integrated pilot lamps
• 2 Ride modes – Street & Track
• An all-new 5" colour TFT display equipped with Navigation and Bluetooth connectivity
• Prices: KTM 250 DUKE Rs. 2,45,115 (Ex-showroom, Delhi).

Pune, India, October 10th, 2024: KTM, the world's largest and India's fastest-growing premium European brand, announced an exciting upgrade the largest selling 250cc motorcycle in India, the KTM 250 DUKE. Starting today, the KTM 250 DUKE will feature ride modes – Street & Track; new LED headlamp setup; and an all-new 5- inch color TFT display equipped with navigation and Bluetooth connectivity.

ALL-NEW LED HEADLAMP WITH PILOT LIGHTS

The KTM 250 DUKE comes equipped with an all-new powerful LED headlamp with integrated LED pilot lights. This new LED headlamp setup enhances the motorcycle's aggressive appearance, bringing it closer in style to its larger siblings.

Not only do these work when the world becomes dark, but they also provide improved visibility when navigating busy traffic or misty road conditions.

5" COLOR TFT DISPLAY

The 5-inch color TFT display, derived from the Gen-3 KTM 390 DUKE, gives you everything you need at a glance. This bonded glass display is paired with a new switch cube, with 4-way menu switches that allow easy interaction with all vehicle functions - even smartphone connectivity. The connectivity functions allow riders to play music, take incoming calls, and get to where they're going with turn-by-turn navigation when paired through the KTM My-Ride app.

RIDE MODES: STREET & TRACK

The KTM 250 DUKE gives its pilots a selection of 2 RIDE Modes to best suit their condition – Street mode, Track mode. Both easily toggled in via the TFT display.

The Track Screen transforms the 5" TFT display graphics to be more race-focused, enlarging the rev counter, showing the laptimer, selected gear display, reduces the size of the speed readout, and shows preferred rider aid settings. Lap Timer Functionality allows enthusiasts to measure lap times and in turn refine their skills and compete against their personal bests.

BI-DIRECTIONAL QUICKSHIFTER+

The KTM 250 DUKE is equipped with Quickshifter+ as standard which allows upshifts and downshifts to be performed without the need to pull the clutch lever. The main benefits include shorter shift times and a more precise and smoother ride. The load reversal impact on the rear wheel is noticeably reduced, traction is improved, and the rider can keep full grip on the handlebar. With the new TFT, Riders can now easily enable or disable the bi-directional Quickshifter+ with just a few clicks, allowing for seamless gear shifts both up and down.

Turn-by-turn navigation via KTM Connect App

Riders can connect to the KTM Connect app via their phone's Bluetooth and utilize KTM's accurate and versatile navigation tool through their TFT display. KTM Connect is the bridge to an innovative new realm between the rider and their bike. The app is a useful companion aid with several key features – navigation, travel, and important KTM motorcycle data and information.

Bluetooth connectivity for calls (incoming only) via BCCU

This function allows the rider to see the identification of incoming calls on the TFT display and using the mode switch, accept or decline the call. As a safety measure, accessing the phone's address book and making outgoing calls is not possible while riding.

Headset pairing

With a paired Bluetooth helmet headset, this connected function allows a KTM MY RIDE-equipped bike to take control of the smartphone's music player for listening while riding. Using the left handlebar-mounted menu switch, the rider can toggle between tracks on a playlist or music archive and control the volume, with the information of the track displayed on the bike's TFT screen.

Supermoto ABS mode

Switchable through the TFT display, Supermoto ABS means disengaging the ABS braking function on the rear end of the bike. This feature is provided for specific purposes, such as controlled slides needed for competition or the demands of Supermoto riding.

Dual color theme – customizable with shift rpm

Riders can customize their shift RPM and limit RPM using the left handlebar-mounted menu switch. After setting, the 5-inch color TFT display transforms between a dark-themed and an orange-themed display. This adds to the overall riding experience.

Customizable display options on the screen

The TFT is the communication interface between the rider and the motorcycle. The clear layout of menus, options, and infographics shows what is going on throughout the ride. The options displayed are customizable by the rider. Even shortcuts of certain functions can be customized through the screen.

KTM 250 DUKE:

India’s largest selling 250cc, the KTM 250 DUKE is built with the same NAKED ethos as its bigger brethren and gets a new 250 cc powerplant producing 31PS power and 25Nm torque - this machine is 250% DUKE! KTM riders have always appreciated cutting-edge performance & technology, in their KTM 250 DUKE. This upgrade further elevates the street riding experience.

About KTM India:

True to its "Ready to Race" philosophy, KTM has an unparalleled legacy in motorsports, with over 334+ world championships since 1953, winning the Dakar Rally for the 19th time in 2023. Since its entry in 2012, KTM India has grown its presence to more than 450 stores across the country. KTM has built a strong customer base of nearly half a million biking enthusiasts, making India the largest global market for KTM. The partnership of Bajajs Auto Limited and KTM was inked in 2007, with Bajaj Auto Limited now owning a significant stake in KTM AG.

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