2017 KTM 250 SX
FIRST RIDE
P58
rial is less aggressive for more
modulation, which takes a few
laps to get accustomed to but it is
a nice improvement, reducing the
tendency to spike the rear brake.
We stayed with 105mm of sag
and used the recommended 149
psi in the WP AER 48 air fork.
Stock compression setting on
the fork is 12; we hovered around
10 depending on the track and
bigger riders added a few psi.
WP did an amazing job with the
AER 48 air fork, it out-performs
all other air forks and rivals some
good spring forks, plus it is 3.6
pounds lighter than the WP
4CS fork it replaces. Bottom-
ing resistance from the AER 48
is excellent while still providing
great bump compliance and a
planted front-wheel feel. The
shock does a good job of staying
planted to the ground both under
braking and acceleration. Again,
the smooth delivery from the new
engine really helps keep the rear
wheel planted to the ground.
YOU WANT ONE!
The all-new KTM 250 SX is a
wicked two-stroke motocross
machine. It is also a blast to ride
and embraces everything two-
strokes are about. It is light, fast
and simple. KTM has created a
powerful, yet smooth engine in
a chassis that is stable and pre-
dictable with good suspension.
We love it! CN
That two-stroke vibe has
been significantly reduced
thanks to the new addition of
a counter-balancer.
