2013
KTM 525 XC - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 114755 |
|---|---|
| Category | ATV |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 525 XC |
| Year | 2013 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Double-cradle frame made from chrome-molybdenum steel tubing, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontsuspension | Independent wheels suspension with double wishbone |
| Frontwheeltravel | 275 mm (10.8 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Floating disc. |
| Rearsuspension | Rigid axle |
| Rearwheeltravel | 272 mm (10.7 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 510.00 ccm (31.12 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan |
| Lubricationsystem | Forced oil lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Groundclearance | 290 mm (11.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Seatheight | 820 mm (32.3 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.