2017
KTM Freeride 250 R - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 262755 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | Freeride 250 R |
| Year | 2017 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Perimeter steel-aluminium composite frame. |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
| Fronttyre | 2.75-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rake | 23.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP PDS shock absorber |
| Reartyre | 4.00-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Wheels | Trial-Maxx tyres |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet, CSS multi-disc clutch, Formula hydraulics |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 X Ring |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan |
| Lubricationsystem | Mixture oil lubrication |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Orange/white/gray/red |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 92.5 kg (203.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 380 mm (15.0 inches) |
| Seatheight | 915 mm (36.0 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.