Motocross Bikes
2017KTM 250 SX
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The 2017 KTM 250 SX is a lightweight two-stroke motocross bike engineered for competitive riders and enthusiasts seeking aggressive off-road performance. Its 95.4 kg weight, premium WP suspension with 300mm travel both ends, and high-spec braking system deliver sharp handling and control on technical terrain. Known for its potent power delivery and race-ready character, the 250 SX excels in sand, loam, and mixed track conditions.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 95.4 kg
- Seat height
- 992 mm
- Power
- 24.9 HP
What’s new for the 2017 KTM 250 SX
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
| Weight | 95.9 kg (211.4 pounds) | 95.4 kg (210.3 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) | 7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,495 mm (58.9 inches) | 1495 mm (58.9 inches) |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for motocross track riding and racing, not for street use or general transportation.
- Built for
- Sharp, explosive, and razor-agile, this bike rewards aggressive riding and precise throttle control with rapid acceleration bursts and flickable handling.
- Not ideal for
- This is not suitable for commuting, touring, carrying passengers, or riders seeking a comfortable, low-maintenance everyday motorcycle.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 24.9 HP
- Engine type
- Single single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2610 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 66.4 x 72.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1495 mm
- Seat height
- 992 mm
- Dry weight
- 95.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 385 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Chrome-molybdenum steel central-tube
- Front suspension
- WP USD closed cartridge Ø 48 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP shock absorber with linkage
- Front wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.5°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
Other
- Color options
- Orange/white/black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2000 | 2007 | 2014 | 2017 | 2020 | 2027 |
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| Capacity | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 249 ccm (15.2 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 101.0 kg (222.7 pounds) | 97.7 kg (215.4 pounds) | 96.3 kg (212.3 pounds) | 95.4 kg (210.3 pounds) | 95.5 kg (210.5 pounds) | 95.5 kg (211 pounds) |
| Seat height | — | 925 mm (36.4 inches) | 992 mm (39.1 inches) | 992 mm (39.1 inches) | 950 mm (37.4 inches) | 958 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.50 litres (1.98 gallons) | 7.50 litres (1.98 gallons) | 7.50 litres (1.98 gallons) | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) | 7.50 litres (1.98 US gallons) | 7.2 l |
| Color options | Orange/silver | — | Orange/black | Orange/white/black | Orange/white/black | — |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the KTM 250 SX?
The 2017 KTM 250 SX has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 250 SX have?
The 2017 KTM 250 SX has a Power of 24.9 HP.
How many gears does the KTM 250 SX have?
The 2017 KTM 250 SX has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the KTM 250 SX weigh?
The 2017 KTM 250 SX has a Dry weight of 95.4 kg (210.3 pounds).
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