2023 Kawasaki KX250X vs 2020 KTM 250 SX-F

Side-by-side specs. Differences are highlighted. Blank = not yet verified for that year-model (we don’t guess).

Spec2023 Kawasaki KX250X2020 KTM 250 SX-F
Class250cc 4-stroke250cc 4-stroke
Displacement
Cooling
InductionLubricated carburetorSingle overhead camshaft (SOHC) with four valves per cylinder
Power valve
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front travel120 in120 in
Rear travel135 in150 in
Front brake280mm310mm
Rear brake245mm280mm
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Seat height34 in694.5 in
Weight205 lb180 lb
MSRP$6,999

Highlighted (blue) rows differ between the two. Verified manufacturer data; see each bike’s page for sources. Torque/fluid specs are on the individual pages (service-manual only).