Kawasaki KX 250 vs KTM 450 SX-F 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	Crisp performance Handling Ground clearance Read More
Things we don't like	Lack of road-legal hardware. Limited color options (Lime Green only). Read More	Not legal for street use Purely a bare-bones machine with no features Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	249 cc	449.9 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	6.2 L	7.2 L
Compression Ratio	14.1:1	--
Bore X Stroke	78.0 mm x 52.2 mm	95 mm x 63.4 mm
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Disc	Wet, Multi Plate
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	--
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
No. Of Cylinder	1	1
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	Single Exhaust

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Dimension

Category	Off Road	Off Road
Wheel Base	1485 mm	--
Height	1270 mm	--
Length	2189 mm	--
Kerb Weight	103 kg	--
Seat Height	960 mm	958 mm
Ground Clearance	345 mm	343 mm
Seating Capacity	1	1
Width	820 mm	--
Dry Weight	--	102.6 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Gear & Transmission

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

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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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

Safety & Security

Pass Switch	No	No
Back Rest	No	No
Stability Control	Yes	No
Traction Control	Yes	No
Engine Check Warning	No	--
Shutter Lock	No	No
Riding Modes	Off Road Off Road	Off Road Off Road
Leg Guards	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
Side Reflectors	--	No
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No
Central Locking	--	No
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	No
Engine Immobilizer	--	No

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Console

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

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Chassis & Suspension

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

Electrical

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

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Seats	No	No

Brake

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