2019
KTM RC 250 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 797774 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | RC 250 |
| Year | 2019 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
| Fronttyre | 110/70-ZR17 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP monoshock |
| Reartyre | 150/60-ZR17 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 72.0 x 61.1 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 248.80 ccm (15.18 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 30.87 HP (22.5 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Topspeed | 265.5 km/h (165.0 mph) |
| Torque | 24.00 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Electric |
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Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.2100 HP/kg |
| 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.