KTM 250 XCF-W vs Sherco 250 SEF (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 250 XCF-Wstacks up against the Sherco 250 SEF. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM 250 XCF-W | Sherco 250 SEF |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 2014 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 250 cc | 250 cc |
| Weight | 106 kg | 102 kg |
| Seat height | 38 mm | 37 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 0.3 L | 2.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings | Single disc. Brembo |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings | Single disc. Brembo |
| Tires | — | 1.60-21 / 2.15-18 |
KTM 250 XCF-W vs Sherco 250 SEF — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM 250 XCF-W and the Sherco 250 SEF usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 250 XCF-W brings its published horsepower in a 106 kg package, while the Sherco 250 SEF counters with its own power figure at 102 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: