KTM 300 EXC

The 2026 KTM 300 EXC redefines torque-rich 2‑stroke performance for enduro riders, blending raw power with remarkable agility. With its award-winning TBI engine, sharp chassis, and precise suspension tuning, it sets the benchmark in the competitive E3 class. How hard you push depends entirely on you.

Now available through KTM authorised dealers, the 2026 KTM 300 EXC delivers elite-level cross-country and enduro capability in a rugged, high-displacement platform—perfect for the rider seeking maximal acceleration, traction, and confidence in technical terrain.

At its core lies a 293.2 cc single-cylinder 2‑stroke engine with 39 mm Keihin throttle‑body EFI managed by Vitesco EMS. Together, they deliver explosive low-end torque and crisp mid-range punch, backed by a responsive top-end powerband that remains smooth and controllable across altitude and conditions.

Matched to a 6-speed gearbox and a wet DDS multi‑disc hydraulic clutch (with Brembo actuation), the drivetrain offers seamless throttle-to-wheel feedback and effortless control in tight, technical sections.

Built on a central double‑cradle chromoly‑steel frame reinforced with an aluminium‑polyamide subframe, the chassis balances torsional stiffness, weight centralisation, and rider feel. This design enhances precision and reduces fatigue during demanding rides.

Suspension setup features WP XACT 48 mm closed‑cartridge USD forks and a WP XACT rear shock with linkage, delivering 300 mm travel both ends. Both ends offer tool-free adjustment—compression (high/low speed) and rebound up front, preload and damping at the rear—ensuring optimal setup for changing terrain.

Trail-ready features include durable 21″ front and 18″ rear spoked wheels wrapped with sticky Dunlop enduro tyres (e.g. AT82), a slim skid plate, side stand, and handguards for real-world use.

Stopping power comes via a 260 mm front disc and 220 mm rear disc with Brembo calipers, providing fade-resistant braking in variable terrain.

With a seat height of 954 mm and about 102–104 kg dry weight (~224 lb without fuel), the bike remains balanced and flickable, yet stable at speed. Combined with a 9 L transparent fuel tank and KTM’s LED Off‑Road Control Unit (OCU) beneath the seat, functionality is built for long days in the dirt with easy diagnostics and low-down electronics visibility.

Trail-tuned features include dual-map switching, lightweight wiring with updated routing and harness fixings for improved durability, and new threaded radiator cap and fuel connector protection to reduce dirt ingress and ease maintenance.

Whether chasing podiums in cross-country or smashing steep technical features in hard enduro, the 2026 KTM 300 EXC is engineered to dominate—delivering uncompromised 2‑stroke fury wrapped in precision mechanics and trail-honed resilience.