Sherco 250 SE Factory vs KTM 250 XC (2024)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSherco 250 SE FactoryKTM 250 XC
Model year20242023
Price$10,799
Engine249 cc249 cc
Weight100 kg
Seat height37 mm38 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires1.60-21 / 2.15-18

Sherco 250 SE Factory vs KTM 250 XC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco 250 SE Factory and the KTM 250 XC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco 250 SE Factory brings its published horsepower, while the KTM 250 XC counters with its own power figure at 100 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: