Zontes ZT250-S vs KTM RC 250 R (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zontes ZT250-Sstacks up against the KTM RC 250 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZontes ZT250-SKTM RC 250 R
Model year20182016
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower24 hp31 hp
Torque23 Nm
Weight144 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/70-R17 / 150/55-R17 95/75-R17 / 115/75-R17

Zontes ZT250-S vs KTM RC 250 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zontes ZT250-S and the KTM RC 250 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zontes ZT250-S brings 24 hp in a 144 kg package, while the KTM RC 250 R counters with 31 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: