sag on the rear shock with just
an 8mm T-handle.
The big difference in suspen-
sion is that the Husqvarna has
0.3 of an inch less rear travel,
which in turn positions it 0.3 of
an inch closer to the ground.
The seat height is also about
half an inch lower on the Husky
than on the KTM.
The Husqvarna Factory Edi
-
tion also comes standard with
the same CUO, two maps (stan-
dard and aggressive), traction
control, and a quickshifter.
(Above) Both bikes are fitted with
top-of-the-line WP suspension.
(Below) Handlebar bends are
different between the two bikes.
SIDE BY SIDE
Putting the bikes side by side, you'll
find the following differences:
n Husqvarna costs $100 more
than the KTM
n The KTM has an Akrapovic
muffler; the Husqvarna FMF
n The KTM has D.I.D wheels;
the Husqvarna Excel
n The KTM has a Hinson clutch
cover; the Husqvarna Rekluse
n The KTM has an open airbox; the
Husqvarna has a sealed airbox
n The KTM is 0.9 of a pound lighter
at 231.48 pounds; the
Husqvarna is 232.36 pounds
n The KTM has 0.3 of an inch more
rear travel at 11.8 inches; the
Husqvarna has 11.5 inches
n The KTM has a half-inch taller
seat height at 37.7 inches; the
Husqvarna has 37.2 inches
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RIDE REVIEW I KTM 250 SX-F VS. HUSQVARNA FC 250 FACTORY EDITIONS
