Triumph TF 250-C vs KTM SX 250 (2026)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Triumph TF 250-Cstacks up against the KTM SX 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Triumph TF 250-C | KTM SX 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $9,995 | $9,649 |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Weight | 110 kg | 99 kg |
| Seat height | 950 mm | 958 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.0 L | 7.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Manual, 5 speed, Chain | Manual, 5 speed, Chain |
| Front brakes | Dual Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc | Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Dunlop® Geomax AT82: 80/100 - 21 / Dunlop® Geomax AT82: 110/100 - 18 | Dunlop® GEOMAX MX34 80/100 R21 51M / Dunlop® GEOMAX MX34 110/90 R19 62M |
Triumph TF 250-C vs KTM SX 250 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Triumph TF 250-C and the KTM SX 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Triumph TF 250-C brings its published horsepower in a 110 kg package, while the KTM SX 250 counters with its own power figure at 99 kg. On price, the KTM SX 250 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: