2024 KTM 250 Duke vs CF MOTO 450NK

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Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

2024 KTM 250 Duke
15 pts
Top on paper
CF MOTO 450NK
85 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

Best fit here
2024 KTM 250 Duke
78 pts
CF MOTO 450NK
36.5 pts

Touring / long rides

2024 KTM 250 Duke
17.7 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 450NK
91.7 pts

Sporty riding

2024 KTM 250 Duke
19.8 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 450NK
93.8 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
2024 KTM 250 Duke
72.6 pts
CF MOTO 450NK
33.6 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2024 KTM 250 Duke 80 cm Tallest seat here
  • CF MOTO 450NK 79.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 31.5 hp (2024 KTM 250 Duke) up to 47 hp (CF MOTO 450NK).
  • Torque spans 25 Nm (2024 KTM 250 Duke) up to 39 Nm (CF MOTO 450NK).
  • Weight spans 148 kg (2024 KTM 250 Duke) to 165 kg (CF MOTO 450NK).
  • Displacement spans 250 cc (2024 KTM 250 Duke) to 450 cc (CF MOTO 450NK).

Reader votes so far — total 11: 2024 KTM 250 Duke (5); CF MOTO 450NK (6).

Specification KTM 250 Duke CF MOTO 450NK
Brand KTM CF MOTO
Model KTM 250 Duke CF MOTO 450NK
Engine size 250cc 450cc
Power 31.5hp 47hp
Torque 25nm. 39nm.
Cylinders / valves Single cylinder, 4 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 148kg 165kg
Front brake Front four-piston radial fixed BYBRE caliper, 320mm brake disc 320 mm single discs,J.Juan
Rear brake 2-piston floating BYBRE caliper, 240mm disc 220 mm single disc,HANGTE
Seat height (cm) 80cm 79.5cm
Front tyre 110/70 17 MRF 110/70 R17 CST AS5
Rear tyre 150/60 R17 MRF 150/60 R17 CST AS5
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension WP APEX 43 upside down telescopic fork, front shock not adjustable
Rear suspension WP APEX - Monoshock central shock, preload adjustable
Motorcycle type Naked Naked
Top speed 163km/h 200km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 13 L – 2.7 L/100km 14 L – 4 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $5200 $5399
Brand price lists View KTM price list View CF MOTO price list
Extra features

-Ride by wire throttle, slipper clutch, digital instrument

-Quick start, Cornering ABS, TYPE-C port

-Traction control, riding modes, 5-inch TFT screen with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Slipper clutch, Bosch EFI, Continental ABS

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2024 KTM 250 Duke vs 2023 CF MOTO 450NK: listed specifications

The 2024 KTM 250 Duke and 2023 CF MOTO 450NK differ on the listed specifications: the 250 Duke has a lower listed weight, and the 450NK has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

450NK has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (450 cc vs 250 cc).

Peak power

450NK has a clear listed power advantage (47 hp vs 31.5 hp).

Torque

450NK has a clear listed torque advantage (39 Nm vs 25 Nm).

Listed top speed

450NK has a clear listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 163 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

250 Duke is notably lighter on the listed weight (148 kg vs 165 kg). 250 Duke and 450NK have very similar seat heights (80 cm vs 79.5 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of KTM 250 Duke vs CF MOTO 450NK?

CF MOTO 450NK is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 163 km/h (101 mph) for KTM 250 Duke.

Which has more horsepower, KTM 250 Duke or CF MOTO 450NK?

CF MOTO 450NK has 47 hp compared with 32 hp on the KTM 250 Duke.

Which is lighter, KTM 250 Duke or CF MOTO 450NK?

KTM 250 Duke is lighter at 148 kg vs 165 kg for CF MOTO 450NK.

Which is better, KTM 250 Duke or CF MOTO 450NK?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.