1995
KTM EXC 300 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 924771 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | EXC 300 |
| Year | 1995 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | CrMo steel |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Fronttyre | 90/90-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rake | 62.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Single piston caliper |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Monoshock |
| Reartyre | 140/80-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 69.5 x 73.0 mm (2.7 x 2.9 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet plate |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 297.00 ccm (18.12 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Keihin PWK 39 |
| Ignition | SEM K11 |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 112.0 kg (246.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 385 mm (15.2 inches) |
| Seatheight | 945 mm (37.2 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.