Motocross Bikes
2026KTM 250 XC
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The 2026 KTM 250 XC is a competitive 2-stroke off-road machine designed for intermediate to advanced cross-country riders. Powered by a punchy 249cc single-cylinder engine with EFI technology, it delivers responsive power delivery and lightweight agility across varied terrain. Known for its WP suspension excellence and nimble handling, the 250 XC excels in endurance racing and technical trail riding.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 101.8 kg
- Seat height
- 954 mm
- Power
- 24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
What’s new for the 2026 KTM 250 XC
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | WP XACT cartridge Ø 48 mm | WP XACT Closed Cartridge Ø 48 mm |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Disc brake |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Disc brake |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for cross-country and enduro-style off-road racing where light weight, agility, and a lively 2-stroke power delivery matter more than outright top speed or comfort.
- Built for
- A raw, high-strung, and playful machine that rewards active, aggressive riding with sharp handling and explosive 2-stroke acceleration out of corners.
- Not ideal for
- This bike is not suited to riders wanting a comfortable daily commuter, a passenger-friendly tourer, or a road-legal high-speed machine.
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
- 24.9 HP (18.3 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2446 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 66.4 x 72.0 mm
- Compression
- 13.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Vitesco Technologies EMS
- Lubrication system
- Forced oil lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1493 mm
- Seat height
- 954 mm
- Dry weight
- 101.8 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 354 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel
- Front suspension
- WP XACT Closed Cartridge Ø 48 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
- Front wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.1°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Disc brake
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Disc brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 100/90-19
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 | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 104 kg | 104 kg | 104 kg | 100 kg | 102 kg | 102 kg |
| Seat height | 992 mm | 992 mm | 992 mm | 954 mm | 954 mm | 954 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 10 L | 10 L | 8.5 L | 9 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 XC?
The 2026 KTM 250 XC has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 250 XC have?
The 2026 KTM 250 XC has a Power of 24.9 HP (18.3 kW).
How many gears does the KTM 250 XC have?
The 2026 KTM 250 XC has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the KTM 250 XC weigh?
The 2026 KTM 250 XC has a Dry weight of 101.8 kg (224.4 pounds).
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