2023
KTM Freeride E-XC - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 419988 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | Freeride E-XC |
| Price | US$ 11099. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2023 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Perimeter steel-aluminium composite |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Formula |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP XPLOR Ø 43 mm |
| Fronttyre | 1.6-21 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rake | 23.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Formula |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP Xplor PDS shock absorber |
| Reartyre | 2.15-18 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Wheels | Anodized aluminum rims |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4´ chain |
| Enginedetails | Permanent magnet synchronous motorin a disc armature design |
| Enginetype | Electric |
| Gearbox | 1-speed |
| Power | 12.1 HP (8.8 kW)) @ 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42.0 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Blue/White/Orange/Black |
|---|---|
| Comments | 3.9 lithium-ion KTM PowerPac. 110 minutes charging. Max power 18kW (24.5 hp) @ 5000 rpm. |
| Instruments | LCD instruments |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 111.0 kg (244.7 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 340 mm (13.4 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.1087 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 910 mm (35.8 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.