| Attribute | KTM RC 250 2017 × | TVS RTR 180 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2017 | 2016 |
| Make | KTM | TVS |
| Model | KTM RC 250 | TVS RTR 180 |
| Category | Sport | Cross / motocross |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
| Fuel system | Injection | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 248.8 | 180 |
| Power (kw) | 22.6 | - |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 72 | 62.5 |
| Stroke (mm) | 61.1 | 57.8 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 X Ring. Primary drive: 22:72. | - |
| Ignition | Bosch EMS | - |
| Clutch | Slipper clutch | Multiple disc in oil bath with hydraulic |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | - |
| Compression | 14.5:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | WP monoshock | Mono suspension |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Four-piston calipers. ABS. | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. ABS. | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter (mm) | 230 | 130 |
| Frame type | Steel trellis, powder coated | Double cradle, steel |
| Front tyre | 95/75-R17 | 2.75-18 |
| Rear tyre | 115/75-R17 | 3.25-16 |
| Wheels | Orange painted cast light alloy wheels | - |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 125 | 110 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 150 | 100 |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | 23.5 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | - |
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| Electrical Voltage (V) | - | 12 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,340 | 1,330 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 147 | 110 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1537 | - |
| Seat height (mm) | 820 | 800 |
| Performance | ||
| Reserve fuel capacity (l) | 1.5 | - |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 10 | 13 |
| Battery capacity (Ah) | - | 9 |