Built around KTM's cross - motocross motorcycle platform, the 2017 KTM 250 SX pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches).
On the scales, the 250 SX measures 95.4 kg (210 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 992 mm (39.1 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,495 mm (58.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's KTM archive, this model family spans 24 indexed model years from 2000 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
992 mm (39.1 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsReed intake.
Bore x Stroke66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni TMX
IgnitionContactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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