KTM Enduro 250 TVC vs Honda XL 250 R (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM Enduro 250 TVCstacks up against the Honda XL 250 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM Enduro 250 TVCHonda XL 250 R
Model year19921987
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower17 hp24 hp
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires90/90-21 / 140/80-18 3.00-21 / 4.60-17

KTM Enduro 250 TVC vs Honda XL 250 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM Enduro 250 TVC and the Honda XL 250 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM Enduro 250 TVC brings 17 hp, while the Honda XL 250 R counters with 24 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: