Beta RR Race Edition 250 vs KTM XC 250 W (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Beta RR Race Edition 250stacks up against the KTM XC 250 W. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Beta RR Race Edition 250 | KTM XC 250 W |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $11,390 | $11,549 |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Weight | 103 kg | 104 kg |
| Seat height | 950 mm | 963 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9.0 L | 9.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 6 speed, Chain | Manual, 6 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Maxxis Maxx R21 / Maxxis Maxx R18 | Maxxis® MaxxEnduro 80/100 R21 / Maxxis® MaxxEnduro 110/100 R18 64M |
Beta RR Race Edition 250 vs KTM XC 250 W — which should you buy?
Picking between the Beta RR Race Edition 250 and the KTM XC 250 W usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta RR Race Edition 250 brings its published horsepower in a 103 kg package, while the KTM XC 250 W counters with its own power figure at 104 kg. On price, the Beta RR Race Edition 250 has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: