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2021KTM 250 EXC SixDays

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The 2021 KTM 250 EXC SixDays is a premium two-stroke enduro bike named after the famous Six Days event. Its liquid-cooled 249cc single makes 45 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain. With a 960 mm seat, 100.5 kg dry weight and a 9.5-litre tank, it is built for hard enduro.

Capacity
249.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
100.5 kg
Seat height
960 mm
Power
45.0 HP (33.1 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 50Agility 91Comfort 40Off-road 98Touring 25Road manners 20
Off-road & trail98%
Cornering85%
City riding15%
Daily riding15%
Touring20%
Two-up5%
Track30%
Best for
Built for serious enduro racing and technical trail riding, including multi-day events like the Six Days rally it's named after, rather than everyday transport.
Built for
It rewards an aggressive, momentum-based riding style with sharp two-stroke throttle response, light flickable handling, and confidence-inspiring long-travel suspension over rough terrain.
Not ideal for
This is not a good fit for new riders, commuters, highway travelers, or anyone wanting comfort, storage, or passenger 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 960mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2021 KTM 250 EXC SixDays, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 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
Capacity
249.0 ccm
Power
45.0 HP (33.1 kW)
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.4478 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
66.4 x 72.0 mm
Compression
12.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan
Lubrication system
Forced oil lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1482 mm
Seat height
960 mm
Dry weight
100.5 kg
Fuel capacity
9.50 litres
Ground clearance
370 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Chrome-molybdenum steel central-tube
Front suspension
WP-USD Xplor 48 with preload adjuster
Rear suspension
WP Xplor PDS shock absorber
Front wheel travel
300 mm
Rear wheel travel
310 mm
Rake (fork angle)
26.5°
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Front brakes diameter
260 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
90/90-21
Rear tyre
140/80-18
Other
Color options
Orange/white/red/blue

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 200920142018202120222026
Capacity 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc
Dry weight 101 kg 104 kg 101 kg 101 kg 101 kg 104 kg
Seat height 985 mm 960 mm 960 mm 960 mm 960 mm 963 mm
Fuel capacity 9.5 L 9.5 L 9.5 L 9.5 L 9.5 L 9 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 EXC SixDays?

The 2021 KTM 250 EXC SixDays has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What engine power does the KTM 250 EXC SixDays have?

The 2021 KTM 250 EXC SixDays has a Power of 45.0 HP (33.1 kW).

How many gears does the KTM 250 EXC SixDays have?

The 2021 KTM 250 EXC SixDays has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the KTM 250 EXC SixDays weigh?

The 2021 KTM 250 EXC SixDays has a Dry weight of 100.5 kg (221.6 pounds).

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