Husqvarna WR300 vs KTM 300 MXC (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna WR300stacks up against the KTM 300 MXC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna WR300KTM 300 MXC
Model year20132005
Price
Engine293 cc293 cc
Weight107 kg101 kg
Seat height39 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave disc. Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Floating disc. Single disc
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18

Husqvarna WR300 vs KTM 300 MXC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna WR300 and the KTM 300 MXC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna WR300 brings its published horsepower in a 107 kg package, while the KTM 300 MXC counters with its own power figure at 101 kg.

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: