2008 KTM 250 XC-W (e) - An Electric-Start Two-Stroke? What A Kick!
By Karel Kramer /Dirt Rider, Photography by Joe Bonnello
Tech Spec
Evolution
Austria's best-selling model gets electric start and the latest motocross-derived chassis.
Rivals
The only other electric start two-stroke is KTM's 300 XC-W (e).
| Tech |
| Price | $7148 |
| Engine type | l-c two-stroke single |
| Displacement | 249cc |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Frame | Steel double cradle with aluminum subframe and swingarm |
| Front suspension | 48mm WP inverted fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | WP shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake | Brembo two-piston caliper, 260mm disc |
| Rear brake | Brembo two-piston caliper, 260mm disc |
| Front tire | 80/100-21 Bridgestone M59 |
| Rear tire | 110/100-18 Bridgestone M70 |
| Seat height | 36.4 in. |
| Wheelbase | 58.1 in. |
| Fuel capacity | 2.9 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight | 224 lbs. |
Contact
http://www.ktmusa.com
Verdict
It doesn't take long to get spoiled by the button.
By Karel Kramer /Dirt Rider
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