KTM 250 XC vs Benelli BKX 250 S (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 250 XCstacks up against the Benelli BKX 250 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 250 XCBenelli BKX 250 S
Model year20232023
Price$10,799
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower26 hp
Torque21 Nm
Weight100 kg
Seat height38 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Four-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 150/60-ZR17

KTM 250 XC vs Benelli BKX 250 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 250 XC and the Benelli BKX 250 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 250 XC brings its published horsepower in a 100 kg package, while the Benelli BKX 250 S counters with 26 hp.

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: