KTM 250 EXC-F

The 2026 KTM 250 EXC‑F redefines high-output four-stroke excellence in the E2 class—balancing torque, handling, and precision like no other. Fueled by its potent 250 cc DOHC powerplant, benchmark suspension, and race-ready ergonomics, it remains a machine built to elevate performance. How far you push, though, is up to you. 

Now available through KTM authorised dealers, the 2026 KTM 250 EXC‑F delivers championship-grade cross-country and top-tier enduro performance in a lightweight, mid-displacement package—ideal for riders chasing speed, agility, and control.

At its core is a 249.9 cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke DOHC engine with a 44 mm Keihin EFI throttle body managed by Keihin EMS. This setup yields strong mid-range torque and smooth, responsive top-end power, offering usable acceleration across a wide RPM band.

Riding behind the engine is a 6-speed gearbox paired with a Brembo-actuated wet multi-disc DS clutch, offering seamless shifting and precise throttle modulation even in technical sections.

The chassis is built on a high-strength 25CrMo4 chromoly steel frame with an aluminium-reinforced polyamide subframe. This geometry delivers optimized torsional rigidity, mass centralisation, and top-tier rider feedback—key for aggressive trail riding and long cross-country loops. 

Suspension duties come from 48 mm WP XACT closed-cartridge forks and a WP XACT rear shock with linkage—both offering 300 mm travel each, with tool-free adjustability for compression (high/low speed) and rebound. This setup ensures traction, comfort, and control over varied terrain. 

Standard trail-ready spec includes 21″ front and 18″ rear spoked aluminium wheels with 520 X‑Ring chain and high-grip tyres. Stopping power comes courtesy of a 260 mm front disc and 220 mm rear disc, both calibrated with Brembo calipers for consistent, fade-free braking.

With an ergonomic seat height of approximately 963 mm, a lightweight 106.2 kg dry weight, and an 8.5 L transparent fuel tank, the bike achieves a race-ready, balanced setup. Electronics are streamlined under KTM’s LED Off‑Road Control Unit (OCU), simplifying diagnostics and reducing wiring clutter. 

Trail-focused features include a map‑select switch standard across the EXC‑F line, refined wiring routing, and updated threaded radiator caps for enhanced serviceability and durability.

Whether dueling at GNCC checkpoints or threading tight, rocky enduro tracks, the 2026 KTM 250 EXC‑F stands ready—combining elite Ranger-ready 4-stroke power with patience-saving ergonomics and trail-hardened reliability.