KTM’s 2016 line of two-stroke off-road bikes feature smaller changes compared to their MX counterparts. A few of the most notable changes are the addition of skid plates and smaller-diameter front axles. The Freeride 250 R, however, is unchanged.
2016 KTM 200 XC-W
Highlights and Changes
• New front axle reduced in size from 26mm to 22mm to reduce weight and offer better front end feel
• Front axle offset is adjusted from 35mm to 33mm to increase trail and provide more stability
• New open design fork protectors offer easier cleaning of the fork lower with the same amount of protection
• New skid plate protects the lower frame tubes
• New orange anodized rear sprocket
• New orange front mask
• New seat cover with Selle Dalla Valle logo
• New WP Protective decal on front fork upper
• New modern frame design of the 200 XC-W combines maximum longitudinal stiffness with optimum torsional stiffness for easy handling and precise steering behavior, as well as excellent ride stability.
• Fitted with a powervalve and 6-speed transmission the 200 XC-W’s engine is designed specifically for rough off-road conditions
2016 KTM 200 XC-W Specifications:
Engine: Single cylinder, two-stroke
Displacement: 193cc
Bore x Stroke: 64 x 60mm
Starter/Battery: Kickstarter & Electric / 12V, 3Ah
Transmission: 6-speed
Fuel system: Keihin PWK 36S AG Carburetor
Lubrication Premix: 60:1
Cooling: Liquid cooling
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, Magura hydraulics
Frame: Central double-cradle 25CrMo4 steel
Subframe: Aluminum
Handlebar: Neken
Front suspension: WP-USD, 48 mm
Rear suspension: WP-Monoshock with PDS
Suspension travel front/rear: 11.8 inches/13.1 inches
Front/rear brakes : 260/220 mm
Front/rear rims: 1.60 x 21”; 2.15 x 18” Giant
Front/rear tires: 80/100-21”, 100/100-18”
Steering head angle: 26.5°
Wheel base: 57.91±0.4 inches
Triple clamp offset: 22mm
Ground clearance: 13.98 inches
Seat height: 37.8 inches
Tank capacity, approx: 2.64 US gallons
2016 KTM 250 XC-W
Highlights and Changes
• New front axle reduced in size from 26mm to 22mm to reduce weight and offer better front end feel
• Front axle offset is adjusted from 35mm to 33mm to increase trail and provide more stability
• New open design fork protectors offer easier cleaning of the fork lower with the same amount of protection
• New skid plate protects the lower frame tubes
• New orange anodized rear sprocket
• New orange front mask
• New seat cover with Selle Dalla Valle logo
• New WP Protective decal on front fork upper
• The modern frame design of the 250 XC-W combines maximum longitudinal stiffness with optimum torsional stiffness for easy handling and precise steering behavior, as well as excellent ride stability.
•The powerful KTM 250 XC-W engine fitted with 6-speed transmission and electric starter.
2016 KTM 250 XC-W Specifications:
Engine: Single cylinder, two-stroke
Displacement: 249cc
Bore x Stroke: 66.4 x 72mm
Starter/Battery: Kickstarter & Electric / 12V, 3Ah
Transmission: 6-speed
Fuel system: Keihin PWK 36S AG Carburetor
Control: Power Valve TVC
Lubrication: Premix 60:1
Cooling: Liquid cooling
Clutch: Wet multi-disc DDS, Brembo hydraulics
Frame: Central double-cradle 25CrMo4 steel
Subframe: Aluminum
Handlebar: Neken
Front suspension: WP-USD, 48 mm
Rear suspension: WP-Monoshock with PDS
Suspension travel front/rear: 11.8 inches/13.1 inches
Front/rear brakes: 260/220 mm
Front/rear rims: 1.60 x 21”, 2.15 x 18” Giant
Front/rear tires: 80/100-21”, 110/100-18”
Steering head angle: 26.5°
Wheel base: 58.35±0.4 inches
Triple clamp offset: 22mm
Ground clearance: 13.98 inches
Seat height: 37.8 inches
Tank capacity, approx: 2.64 US gallons
Weight, approx. (without fuel): 224.6 pounds
2016 KTM 300 XC-W
Highlights and Changes
• New front axle reduced in size from 26mm to 22mm to reduce weight and offer better front end feel
• Front axle offset is adjusted from 35mm to 33mm to increase trail and provide more stability
• New open design fork protectors offer easier cleaning of the fork lower with the same amount of protection
• New skid plate protects the lower frame tubes
• New orange anodized rear sprocket
• New orange front mask
• New seat cover with Selle Dalla Valle logo
• New WP Protective decal on front fork upper
• The modern frame design of the 300 XC-W combines maximum longitudinal stiffness with optimum torsional stiffness for easy handling and precise steering behavior, as well as excellent ride stability.
• The powerful KTM 300 XC-W engine fitted with 6-speed transmission and electric starter unites an unbeatable 2-Stroke power-to-weight ratio.
• All XC-W models are fitted with the super strong, tapered Neken handlebar made of high tensile strength aluminum alloy.
• The XC-W models feature WP suspension, which is specifically designed for Enduro racing and ensures maximum traction comprised with plenty of comfort.
2016 KTM 300 XC-W Specifications:
Engine: Single cylinder, two-stroke
Displacement: 293.2cc
Bore x Stroke: 72 x 72mm
Starter/Battery: Kickstarter & Electric / 12V, 3Ah
Transmission: 6-speed
Fuel system: Keihin PWK 36S AG Carburetor
Control: Power Valve TVC
Lubrication: Premix 60:1
Cooling: Liquid cooling
Clutch: Wet multi-disc DDS, Brembo hydraulics
Frame: Central double-cradle 25CrMo4 steel
Subframe: Aluminum
Handlebar: Neken
Front suspension: WP-USD, 48 mm
Rear suspension: WP-Monoshock with PDS
Suspension travel front/rear: 11.8 inches/13.1 inches
Front/rear brakes: 260/220mm
Front/rear rims: 1.60 x 21”, 2.15 x 18” Giant
Front/rear tires: 80/100-21”, 110/100-18”
Steering head angle: 26.5°
Wheelbase: 58.35±0.4 inches
Triple clamp offset: 22mm
Ground clearance: 13.98 inches
Seat height: 37.8 inches
Tank capacity, approx: 2.64 US gallons
Weight, approx. (without fuel): 225.1 pounds
2016 KTM Freeride 250 R
Highlights and Changes
• The perimeter steel and bolt-on forged aluminum composite frame was specifically designed for the two-stroke engine and the Freeride concept
• Cylinder design with no exhaust control system along with adjusted ports and timing all provide more trials engine-style torque and snappy engine characteristics
• Extremely lightweight with a large amount of steering lock and 15 inches of ground clearance
• High strength polyamide/ABS plastic composite subframe is a lightweight solution with high rigidity
• The engine is 4.4 pounds lighter than the 250 XC-W engine it is based on
• A high output electric starter is powered by a lightweight lithium ion battery
• A 6-speed transmission that has short ratios in the first 5 gears with an extra tall 6th gear
• TwinAir air filter cartridge located at the rear of the fuel tank where it is well protected & easily accessible
• Extremely slim seat and radiator shrouds for freedom of movement and a lightweight feeling
• Formula brakes feature front and rear radially-mounted calipers that work perfectly with the lightweight brake discs
• Fully adjustable 43mm WP-USD fork, 9.8 inches of travel along with the PDS monoshock with a progressive spring and 10.2 inches of travel
• CNC machined triple clamp with 20mm offset matches the chassis rigidity with precise clamping
• Lightweight aluminum tapered handlebar with four-position adjustable aluminum handlebar mounts
2016 KTM Freeride 250 R Specifications:
Engine: Single cylinder, two-stroke
Displacement: 249cc
Bore x Stroke: 66.4 x 72mm
Starter/Battery: Electric / 12V, 3Ah
Transmission: 6-speed
Fuel system: Keihin PWK 28 AG Carburetor
Lubrication: Premix 80:1
Cooling: Liquid cooling
Clutch: Wet multi-disc CSS, Formula hydraulics
Frame: Perimeter Steel-Aluminum Composite
Subframe: High-strength Polyamide / ABS Plastic
Handlebar: Aluminum
Front suspension: WP-USD, 43mm Closed Cartridge
Rear suspension: WP-Monoshock with PDS
Suspension travel front/rear: 9.8 inches/10.2 inches
Front/rear brakes: 260/210mm
Front/rear rims: 1.60 x 21” / 2.15 x 18” Giant
Front/rear tires: 2.75-21” / 4.00-18”
Steering head angle: 23°
Wheelbase: 55.83±0.4 inches
Triple clamp offset: 20mm
Ground clearance: 14.96 inches
Seat height: 36.02 inches
Tank capacity, approx: 1.85 US gallons
Weight, approx. without fuel: 201.7 pounds