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Kawasaki Z 250
Kawasaki Z 250
SL
RM 14,850
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KTM 250 Duke
KTM 250 Duke
Standard
RM 22,500
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KTM 690 SMC R
KTM 690 SMC R
Standard
RM 54,500
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KTM Duke 200
KTM Duke 200
Standard
RM 13,888
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Yamaha MT-09
Yamaha MT-09
Standard
RM 54,998
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Yamaha YZF-R25
Yamaha YZF-R25
Standard
RM 19,998
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Kawasaki Z 250 vs KTM 250 Duke vs KTM 690 SMC R vs KTM Duke 200 vs Yamaha MT-09 vs Yamaha YZF-R25 Comparison

Overview: Kawasaki Z 250 vs 250 Duke vs 690 SMC R vs Duke 200 vs Yamaha MT-09 vs YZF-R25

Brand Kawasaki Malaysia KTM Malaysia KTM Malaysia KTM Malaysia Yamaha Malaysia Yamaha Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 14,850 Kawasaki Z 250 Price RM 22,500 250 Duke Price RM 54,500 690 SMC R Price RM 13,888 Duke 200 Price RM 54,998 Yamaha MT-09 Price RM 19,464 YZF-R25 Price
Variant Kawasaki Z 250 SL 250 Duke Standard 690 SMC R Standard Duke 200 Standard Yamaha MT-09 Standard YZF-R25 Standard
User Rating 4.37 Kawasaki Z 250 reviews 4.37 250 Duke reviews 5 690 SMC R reviews 4.35 Duke 200 reviews 4.21 Yamaha MT-09 reviews 4.33 YZF-R25 reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric
Displacement 249 cc 248.8 cc 692.7 cc 199.5 cc 847 cc 249 cc
Maximum Power 27.6 hp 29.5 hp - 26 hp 113.4 hp 35.5 hp

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DP RM 3,000 Installment : RM 153 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS DP RM 4,500 Installment : RM 233 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS DP RM 10,900 Installment : RM 566 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS DP RM 2,800 Installment : RM 144 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS DP RM 11,000 Installment : RM 571 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS DP RM 4,000 Installment : RM 207 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.37/5
38 reviews
4.37/5
19 reviews
5/5
1 reviews
4.35/5
23 reviews
4.21/5
35 reviews
4.33/5
46 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • A versatile city commuter

    The Kawasaki Z250 is a great choice for daily commutes. Its easy handling and slim profile make it a standout choice in urban environments. It is a...

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    S
    Sajjad Jan 24, 2024 for Kawasaki Z 250
  • A sporty all-round bike

    KTM 690 SMC R has set a benchmark in the supermoto category. Due to its sophisticated electronics package and lightweight chassis, this bike is...

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    R
    Reehab Dec 11, 2023 for KTM 690 SMC R
  • Very spacious, efficient and budget-friendly

    I have been blown away by the efficiency and performance of the KTM Duke 200 over an approximately 600-mile ride. Even when I pushed it to its limits...

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    M
    Muadh Apr 29, 2024 for KTM Duke 200
  • I will not buy that no way

    Old at all and I have heard with some major issues/problems in temperatures fails with shut down without reason as also some cases in forums said...

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    B
    Boyu Mar 25, 2024 for Yamaha MT-09
  • Justifies its price

    Yamaha YZF-R25 offers much more luxury than the price at which it is available. It has set a benchmark for bikes that fall in the 250 cc range with...

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    M
    Megat Mar 07, 2024 for Yamaha YZF-R25

From The Experts

Things we like

The Z series of Kawasaki is well known for the aggressive-looking motorcycles which fall under it. And the Z250, despite being one of the smallest one of the lot, has a big bike appeal to it. The razor-sharp design with new changes to headlamps and fuel tank make it look muscular and sharp.

Despite being an entry-level performance-oriented motorcycle, the Kawasaki Z250 is equipped with all the premium cosmetic features which are usually found in a flagship motorcycle. Things like all-LED headlamps and tail lamps as well as fully digital instrument console from the Z650 do lift up the appeal o of the Z250.

The four-stroke, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, parallel-twin, 249cc engine of the Kawasaki Z250 is very impressive as far as performance and refinement is concerned. With 37PS of maximum power and 23Nm of peak torque on tap, the Kawasaki Z250 is one of the most powerful quarter-liter nakeds in the market right now.

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Agile design and handling

Good level of kit on offer

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Exceptional agility and precise handling

Lightweight, robust chrome-moly tubular frame

Versatile, performance-focused ergonomics 

Distinctive appearance 

LED lighting enhancing visibility 

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Extensive list of features

Agile handling

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Very competent engine

Superb electronics and equipment

Effortless learner friendly usability

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The YZF R25, with its R6 inspired design and silhouette, manages to give the rider a big bike appeal which he expects from an entry level quarter liter sportsbike. The nicely sculpted and revised front fairing feels aerodynamic not only in a standstill, but while riding as well.

The new Yamaha YZF R25 comes with a revised list of features which makes it feel even more premium than what it earlier was. Things like a bigger fully digital instrument console as well as premium switchgear, along with LED headlights and taillights, give it a much-needed premium appeal which was slightly missing in the previous generation model.

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Things we don't like

While the stiff suspension setup does aid the Kawasaki Z250 in handling department, it does take a small toll on the overall ride quality, which isn’t too plush on uneven tarmacs. Adding to it, the pillion seat too is small and a bit hard, making it a bit uncomfortable for pillion riders on longer rides.

While the fully digital instrument console on the Kawasaki Z250 looks fancy with its unique layout, it is not as convenient to read in bright daylight.

Compared to all the other twin-cylinder motorcycles, the Kawasaki Z250 is priced at quite a premium point, which when taking the competition into account, seems lesser value for money.

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Stiff ride quality

Digital meters hard to read while on the go

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Relatively high seat height for some riders

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No design changes since its first-ever launch

Small fonts of instrument console are hard to read

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Weird design

Pillion rider comfort

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Apart from the front fairing, Yamaha has not introduced many changes to the rest of the design, in the side as well as at the rear, which doesn’t count the YZF R25 as an all-new machine.

While the parallel twin, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 250cc engine has no qualms as far as performance and refinement is concerned, we would have loved to see a bit more upgrade in power and torque numbers as they remain exactly the same as in previous generation model.

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 249 cc 248.8 cc 692.7 cc 199.5 cc 847 cc 249 cc
Maximum Power 27.6 hp 29.5 hp -- 26 hp 113.4 hp 35.5 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 11.0 L 13.4 L 13.5 L 13.4 L 14 L 14.3 L
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque 22.6 Nm 24 Nm -- 19.5 Nm 87.5 Nm 26.6 Nm
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 61.2 mm 72 mm x 61.1 mm 105 mm x 80 mm 72 mm x 49 mm 78 mm x 59.1 mm 60 mm x 44.1 mm
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust Single Exhaust Single Exhaust Single Exhaust 3 In 1 Exhaust Single Exhuast
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke 4-Stroke 4-Stroke 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Lubrication System Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump -- Wet Sump Wet Sump Wet Sump Wet Sump
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4 -- 4 4 4
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, 4 Valves DOHC Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Liquid Cooled Engine 3-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves 4-Stroke, DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 1 1 1 1 3 2
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC -- DOHC DOHC DOHC
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive Chain Drive Chain Drive Chain Drive Chain Drive
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate -- Hydraulic Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Compression Ratio 11.3:1 -- -- 11.3:1 11.5:1 11.6:1
RPM at Maximum Power 9700 rpm -- -- 10000 rpm 10000 rpm 12000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 8200 rpm -- -- 8000 rpm 8500 rpm 10000 rpm
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder -- -- 1 -- -- --
Emission Control -- -- -- Euro 5 -- --
Injection Type -- -- -- -- -- Fuel Injection
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Dimension

Category Sport Sport Sport Sport Sport Sport
Length 1935 mm 2050 mm -- 2002 mm 2085 mm 2090 mm
Width 700 mm 730 mm -- 873 mm 745 mm 720 mm
Height 1015 mm 810 mm -- 1274 mm 1090 mm 1135 mm
Kerb Weight 148 kg -- -- 134 kg 179 kg 166 kg
Ground Clearance 180 mm 185 mm 237 mm 170 mm 140 mm 160 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2 1 2 2 2
Seat Height 785 mm 830 mm 892 mm 810 mm 805 mm 780 mm
Wheel Base 1330 mm 1357 mm -- 1367 mm 1400 mm --
Dry Weight -- 147 kg 147 kg 150 kg -- --
Oil Tank Capacity -- -- -- -- 3.4 L 2.4 L
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Digital Digital Twin Ignition Digital TCI TCI
Start Option Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection EFI -- Fuel Injection Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol
Fuel Reserve -- -- -- 2.5 L -- --

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed 6-Speed 6-Speed 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Uni Trak WP Monoshock WP APEX with Pro-Lever linkage WP Monoshock Swing Arm Monocross
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork WP USD WP APEX USD WP Fork Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 142 mm 215 mm 150 mm 137 mm --
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 150 mm 240 mm 150 mm 130 mm --

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 130/70 R17 150/60 R17 160/60 R17 150/60 R17 180/55 ZR17 140/70 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial, Tubeless Radial Radial, Tubeless Runflat, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Front Tyre 110/80 R17 110/70 R17 120/70 R17 110/70 R17 120/70 ZR17 110/70 R17
Front Wheel Size R17 R17 R17 R17 ZR17 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17 R17 R17 ZR17 R17

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Optional Optional -- Yes -- -- No
Pass Switch Yes Sport Sport Yes Yes Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No Optional Optional No No No No
Back Rest No No No No No No
Leg Guards No No No No -- No
Wheel Lock Front/back No No -- No No No
Stability Control No -- No No -- --
Traction Control No No No No -- No
Launch Control No No No No No No
Riding Modes Sport Sport No Sport Sport Sport Sport Sport Sport Street, Sport Street, Sport
Engine Immobilizer -- No -- -- -- No
Anti-Theft Alarm -- No -- No -- No
Central Locking -- No No No -- No
Side Reflectors -- Optional Optional No -- Yes Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital No Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator No No No No No No
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator No No No No No No
Tachometer Digital Digital Yes No Yes Yes Analog Analog
Display Screen Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes -- Yes Yes --
Oil Change Indicator -- -- No -- Yes Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Single Seat Single Seat Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Straight Dual Straight Super Sport Split Seat Super Sport Split Seat
Body Frame Type Tube Diamond Tube Diamond Split Trellis Frame Split Trellis Frame Chrome-moly tubular space Chrome-moly tubular space Tubular Trellis Tubular Trellis Diamond Diamond Diamond Diamond
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel, Aluminium Steel, Aluminium Steel Steel -- Steel Steel
Side Wings Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Electronic Suspension Adjustment -- -- No No -- --
Chrome Garnish -- -- No No -- No
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Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No No No No No No
Height Adjustable Seats No No Yes No No No

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED Bulb Bulb Bulb Bulb LED LED -- LED LED
Indicator Light Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED Bulb Bulb LED LED LED LED LED LED
Accessory Outlet -- No No No No No

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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
Things we like in Z 250

The Z series of Kawasaki is well known for the aggressive-looking motorcycles which fall under it. And the Z250, despite being one of the smallest one of the lot, has a big bike appeal to it. The razor-sharp design with new changes to headlamps and fuel tank make it look muscular and sharp.

Despite being an entry-level performance-oriented motorcycle, the Kawasaki Z250 is equipped with all the premium cosmetic features which are usually found in a flagship motorcycle. Things like all-LED headlamps and tail lamps as well as fully digital instrument console from the Z650 do lift up the appeal o of the Z250.

The four-stroke, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, parallel-twin, 249cc engine of the Kawasaki Z250 is very impressive as far as performance and refinement is concerned. With 37PS of maximum power and 23Nm of peak torque on tap, the Kawasaki Z250 is one of the most powerful quarter-liter nakeds in the market right now.

Things we don't like in Z 250

While the stiff suspension setup does aid the Kawasaki Z250 in handling department, it does take a small toll on the overall ride quality, which isn’t too plush on uneven tarmacs. Adding to it, the pillion seat too is small and a bit hard, making it a bit uncomfortable for pillion riders on longer rides.

While the fully digital instrument console on the Kawasaki Z250 looks fancy with its unique layout, it is not as convenient to read in bright daylight.

Compared to all the other twin-cylinder motorcycles, the Kawasaki Z250 is priced at quite a premium point, which when taking the competition into account, seems lesser value for money.

Things we like in 250 Duke

Agile design and handling

Good level of kit on offer

Things we don't like in 250 Duke

Stiff ride quality

Digital meters hard to read while on the go

Things we like in 690 SMC R

Exceptional agility and precise handling

Lightweight, robust chrome-moly tubular frame

Versatile, performance-focused ergonomics 

Distinctive appearance 

LED lighting enhancing visibility 

Things we don't like in 690 SMC R

Relatively high seat height for some riders

Things we like in Duke 200

Extensive list of features

Agile handling

Things we don't like in Duke 200

No design changes since its first-ever launch

Small fonts of instrument console are hard to read

Things we like in MT-09

Very competent engine

Superb electronics and equipment

Effortless learner friendly usability

Things we don't like in MT-09

Weird design

Pillion rider comfort

Things we like in YZF-R25

The YZF R25, with its R6 inspired design and silhouette, manages to give the rider a big bike appeal which he expects from an entry level quarter liter sportsbike. The nicely sculpted and revised front fairing feels aerodynamic not only in a standstill, but while riding as well.

The new Yamaha YZF R25 comes with a revised list of features which makes it feel even more premium than what it earlier was. Things like a bigger fully digital instrument console as well as premium switchgear, along with LED headlights and taillights, give it a much-needed premium appeal which was slightly missing in the previous generation model.

Things we don't like in YZF-R25

Apart from the front fairing, Yamaha has not introduced many changes to the rest of the design, in the side as well as at the rear, which doesn’t count the YZF R25 as an all-new machine.

While the parallel twin, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 250cc engine has no qualms as far as performance and refinement is concerned, we would have loved to see a bit more upgrade in power and torque numbers as they remain exactly the same as in previous generation model.

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