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2021KTM SX-E 5

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The 2021 KTM SX-E 5 is an electric minicross bike for young riders learning off-road skills on a quiet, low-maintenance machine. It makes 6.7 hp and 13.8 Nm, with an adjustable 665 mm seat and a 40 kg weight.

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Gearbox
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Wet weight
40.5 kg
Seat height
665 mm
Power
6.7 HP (4.9 kW) @ 3900 RPM
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What’s new for the 2021 KTM SX-E 5

vs the 2020
Spec20202021
Power 6.7 HP (5.0 kW) @ 3200 RPM 6.7 HP (4.9 kW) @ 3900 RPM
Rear suspension XACT WP mono shock WP Xplor PDS shock absorber
Other years 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 13Agility 88Comfort 30Off-road 85Touring 5Road manners 5
Off-road & trail85%
Cornering70%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring0%
Two-up0%
Track20%
Best for
Designed purely for kids' motocross practice and skill development on dirt tracks, not for road or general recreational use.
Built for
Quiet, low-maintenance, and instantly controllable thanks to its electric motor and multiple ride modes, letting young riders progress at a safe pace.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for adults, road use, touring, or anyone seeking real speed or long-distance capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 665mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2021 KTM SX-E 5, with a cramped knee angle of around 55 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Power
6.7 HP (4.9 kW) @ 3900 RPM
Torque
13.8 Nm (1.4 kgf-m)
Power/weight ratio
0.1654 HP/kg (wet)
Cooling system
Air
Starting
Electric
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet motor
Capacity:
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Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1028 mm
Seat height
665 mm
Wet weight
40.5 kg
Ground clearance
252 mm
Dry weight
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Chassis & suspension
Frame
Chrome-molybdenum steel central-tube frame
Front suspension
XACT 35 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 35 mm
Rear suspension
WP Xplor PDS shock absorber
Front wheel travel
205 mm
Rear wheel travel
185 mm
Rake (fork angle)
24.0°
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
160 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Other
Color options
Orange/Black/White/Blue
Comments
Charging time 70 min. 21 Ah battery.

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 20192021202320252027
Seat height 665 mm 665 mm 665 mm 682 mm 682 mm

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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The 2021 KTM SX-E 5 is a motocross bike that does exactly what it promises. Its electric motor delivers 6.7 hp and 13.8 Nm of instant torque. With a 665 mm seat and a 40 kg weight, it is best suited to track and off-road riding, although it is a competition machine rather than a road bike. A good option if it matches the way you ride.

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Common questions

What engine power does the KTM SX-E 5 have?

The 2021 KTM SX-E 5 has a Power of 6.7 HP (4.9 kW) @ 3900 RPM.

What is the torque of the KTM SX-E 5?

The 2021 KTM SX-E 5 has a Torque of 13.8 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.2 ft.lbs).

How much does the KTM SX-E 5 weigh?

The 2021 KTM SX-E 5 has a Wet weight of 40.5 kg (89.3 pounds).

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