P88
2020 250cc FOUR-STROKE MOTOCROSS SHOOTOUT
SHOOTOUT
mance limitation, it is enough to
hold it back in the shootout.
"The forks have improved, once
again, but still lack the confidence
that the spring forks give on the
Yamaha," our pro tester said.
Still, there is plenty to rave about
on the KTM. The broad power
delivery, excellent handling and
incredible light weight are among
its shining points.
The KTM is the lightest bike in
its class, weighing in at a svelte
233 pounds (with fuel). The light
weight combined with the skinny
profile of the frame make the KTM
exceptionally agile and easy to
move around on.
The KTM's 249cc powerplant
churns out a broad swath of torque
in a controlled manner, resulting
in very a user-friendly powerband
that appeals to everyone from pros
to novice riders. "It never felt like
it was ripping my hands off, but
PROS
•STRONG, VERSATILE POWER
•ENGINE MAPS AND
TRACTION CONTROL
•LIGHTEST OF THE BUNCH
CONS
•SUBTLE HARSHNESS IN
THE FORK
•PRICEY
BY THE NUMBERS
ACTUAL WEIGHT
(FULL FUEL): 233 LBS.
MSRP: $9099
KTM
250 SX-F
3
rd Place
