Adventure Motorcycles
2023KTM 250 Adventure
20 fields on record
The 2023 KTM 250 Adventure is a small adventure bike from KTM. Its liquid-cooled 249cc single makes 30 hp and 24 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 855 mm seat and 14.5-litre tank suit commuting and light trails.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Not on record
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- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 177.0 kg
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Power
- 30.0 HP (22.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long road journeys with the ability to handle gravel and light trails along the way.
- Built for
- An adventure bike from KTM with a 249cc engine; its character is versatile and engaging, with 30 hp on tap.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders who want a low, light city bike or serious competition off-road riding.
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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- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 30.0 HP (22.1 kW)
- Torque
- 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1695 HP/kg (wet)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted fork, 170 mm travel
- Rear suspension
- mono-shock, adjustable preload, 177 mm travel
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- 320 mm disc, 4-piston radial caliper
- Rear brakes
- 230 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 160 kg |
| Seat height | 855 mm | 855 mm | 855 mm | 855 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14 L |
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 Adventure?
The 2023 KTM 250 Adventure has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 250 Adventure have?
The 2023 KTM 250 Adventure has a Power of 30.0 HP (22.1 kW).
How many gears does the KTM 250 Adventure have?
The 2023 KTM 250 Adventure has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the KTM 250 Adventure?
The 2023 KTM 250 Adventure has a Torque of 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the KTM 250 Adventure weigh?
The 2023 KTM 250 Adventure has a Wet weight of 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds).
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