Kawasaki KX 250 vs KTM 250 SX Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Potent 249cc engine for robust power. Factory-style launch control enhances starts. A lightweight aluminium perimeter frame boosts agility. Adjustable ergonomics for a rider-friendly experience. Off-road dominance with race-ready features. Read More	--
Things we don't like	Lack of road-legal hardware. Limited color options (Lime Green only). Read More	--

Engine & Performance

Displacement	249 cc	249 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	6.2 L	7.2 L
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	Indirect Injection
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	2-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine	Single Cylinder, 2-Stroke, Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Disc	Wet, Multi-Plate
Bore X Stroke	78.0 mm x 52.2 mm	66.4 mm x 72 mm
Compression Ratio	14.1:1	--
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	Single Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder	1	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Lubrication System	--	Wet Sump

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Dimension

Category	Off Road	Off Road
Kerb Weight	103 kg	--
Ground Clearance	345 mm	354 mm
Wheel Base	1485 mm	--
Length	2189 mm	--
Height	1270 mm	--
Width	820 mm	--
Seating Capacity	1	1
Seat Height	960 mm	958 mm
Dry Weight	--	99.4 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	DC-CDI	--
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Supply System	--	EFI

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	5-Speed	5-Speed

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Inverted Fork	WP XACT-USD
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Suspension Travel(Rear)	--	300 mm
Suspension Travel(Front)	--	310 mm

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre	110/90 R19	--
Front Wheel Size	R21	--
Rear Wheel Size	R19	--
Tyre Type	Radial	--
Front Tyre	80/100 R21	--

Electrical

Range City	No	--
Range Highway	No	--
Battery Charge Time	No	--
Pack Life	No	--
Power Pack	No	--
Pack Capacity	No	--
Pack Voltage	No	--
Motor Type	No	--
Charger Type	No	--
Input	No	--
Battery Voltage	12 V	12 V

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Safety & Security

Pass Switch	No	No
Riding Modes	Off Road Off Road	Off Road Off Road
Back Rest	No	No
Stability Control	Yes	No
Leg Guards	No	No
Traction Control	Yes	No
Launch Control	No	No
Engine Check Warning	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	No
Central Locking	--	No
Side Reflectors	--	No

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Console

Tripmeter	No	--
Side Stand Indicator	No	No
Navigator	No	No
Oil Change Indicator	No	No
Tachometer	No	No
Odometer	--	No
Fuel Gauge	--	No
Display Screen	--	No
Speedometer	--	No

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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material	Alloy Alloy	Steel Steel
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Body Frame Type	Perimeter Perimeter	Central Double-Cradle-Type Central Double-Cradle-Type
Seat Type	Single Seat Single Seat	Single Seat Single Seat
Side Wings	Yes	Yes
Electronic Suspension Adjustment	--	No

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Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	No	No
Cruise Control	Yes	No

Electrical

Indicator Light	No	No
Adjustable Headlights	No	No
Head Lamp	--	No
Tail Lamp	--	No
Accessory Outlet	--	No

Brake

Rear Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc
Front Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc