CROSS COUNTRY LEGEND! At the sharp end of the cross-country performance stakes, you’ll find the 2025 KTM 250 XC. Not only does it boast one of the most potent powerplants around, it now gets upgraded suspension, a reworked chassis, and a new airbox for improved airflow. In simple terms, the 2025 KTM 250 XC is ready to extend its legendary status in the cross-country paddock.

• 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine
• 6 speed
• Generic Type (Primary) Off-Road
• Displacement 249 cm³
• Bore 66.4 mm
• Stroke 72 mm
• Emissions Vitesco Technologies EMS
• Starter Electric starter
• Transmission 6-speed
• Clutch Wet, DDS multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
• Steering Head Angle: 63.9 °
• Chain Type 520 X-Ring
• Handlebars Neken, aluminium Ø 28/22 mm
• Frame Type Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel
• Front Suspension WP XACT cartridge Ø 48 mm
• Front Travel (in./cm.) 300 mm
• Rear Suspension WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
• Rear Travel (in./cm.) 300 mm
• Brake Disc Diameter, Front 260 mm
• Brake Disc Diameter, Rear 220 mm
• Front braking system Disc brake
• Rear braking system Disc brake
• Wheels Spoked with aluminium rims
• Wheelbase 1493 mm
• Ground Clearance 354 mm
• Seat Height 954 mm
• Fuel Capacity Tank (Approx.): 9 l
• Weight (Without Fuel): 101.8 kg
  

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BEFORE THE FLAG

• Easy Suspension Adjustment

The 2025 KTM XC and XC-F range took their already awesome suspension package and turned it up to 11. The WP XACT Closed Cartridge spring forks and WP XACT rear shock has been updated, with reworked settings and alterations to improve weight distribution and increase overall response. As always, the suspension boasts an easy tool-free setup at both ends, ensuring you chase down the podium in total control. On the rear, a hand-adjustable dual compression control allows riders to adjust high- and low-speed settings in a matter of seconds. The forks on the front end are also easily adjusted thanks to hand-adjustable clickers on the bottom of the fork shoe and top cap.

START STRONG

• More Usable Power

The KTM 250 XC has always represented the very best of unsurpassed power and lightweight construction. The simplicity and low maintenance cost of the 2-Stroke motor have made it a favorite amongst hard-core cross country racers for generations. For 2025, The KTM 250 XC enters the pits with the same legendary performance and low engine weight – only 52.6 lb – and a mission to maintain its benchmark as the one to beat.

CALM UNDER FIRE

• Absolute Control

No matter how gnarly the trail is, you’ll stay in control thanks to a rider-focussed frame design that has not only been engineered for longitudinal rigidity, but also positions rotating mass as close as possible to the center of gravity. Thick frame walls also improve reliability, flex characteristics and offer unmatched rider feel. The shock mounting also provides the perfect amount of anti-squat for better traction out of corners, while the footpeg mounting position reduces the risk of hooking up on roots or rocks. Additionally, forged brackets on the lower frame rails allow for easy installation of the skid plate.

HIT THE BIG STUFF

• Mass Centralization

The 2025 KTM XC and XC-F range receive some major frame updates directly from Factory Racing efforts. For starters, the frame area around the rear shock mount has been updated, and more streamlined. The front area of the frame is also updated. with a different wall thickness compared to the previous model year, with renewed engine mounts. This adds up to a 300g weight saving, and improved flex for better cornering behavior.

MAINTAINING MOMENTUM

• Ultimate rigidity

A new chain guide and chain guard result in improved durability and minimize the chances of hooking on external objects. Especially in extremely muddy conditions, while reducing dirt build-up around the swingarm and chain guard. This, together with this new hollow, die-cast aluminum swingarm, means optimal stiffness and reliability at the lowest possible weight. Now that’s a Win-Win.