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
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	--
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke Engine
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Disc	Wet, Multi Plate
Bore X Stroke	78.0 mm x 52.2 mm	95 mm x 63.4 mm
Compression Ratio	14.1:1	--
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	Single Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder	1	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled

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Dimension

Category	Off Road	Off Road
Kerb Weight	103 kg	--
Ground Clearance	345 mm	343 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	--	102.6 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

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

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	110/90 R19
Front Wheel Size	R21	R21
Rear Wheel Size	R19	R19
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Front Tyre	80/100 R21	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	--
Shutter Lock	No	No
Side Reflectors	--	No
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No
Engine Immobilizer	--	No
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	No
Central Locking	--	No

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Console

Tripmeter	No	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	No
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

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats	No	No
Cruise Control	Yes	No

Electrical

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

Brake

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