2014
KTM 200 XC-W - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 499924 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 200 XC-W |
| Year | 2014 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA |
| Frontwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rake | 26.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC |
| Rearwheeltravel | 335 mm (13.2 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 64.0 x 60.0 mm (2.5 x 2.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Multidisc clutch in oil bath/hydraulically activated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 193.00 ccm (11.78 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Enginetype | Reed intake. |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital ignition adjustment, type Kokusan |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/Black |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 99.5 kg (219.4 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 355 mm (14.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 960 mm (37.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.