KTM SX 250 F Factory Edition vs Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM SX 250 F Factory Editionstacks up against the Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM SX 250 F Factory Edition | Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $12,599 | $8,299 |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Weight | 105 kg | 103 kg |
| Seat height | 958 mm | 975 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.0 L | 6.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 5 speed, Chain | Manual, 5 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Hydraulic Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Dunlop® GEOMAX MX34 80/100 R21 51M / Dunlop® GEOMAX MX34 110/90 R19 62M | Dunlop® Geomax MX33F 80/100 R21 / Dunlop® Geomax MX33 110/90 R19 |
KTM SX 250 F Factory Edition vs Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM SX 250 F Factory Edition and the Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM SX 250 F Factory Edition brings its published horsepower in a 105 kg package, while the Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition counters with its own power figure at 103 kg. On price, the Yamaha YZ 250 70th Anniversary Edition 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:

