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All Bikes/Compare/Ktm Freeride 250 vs Ktm 450 Exc-f

Ktm Freeride 250 vs Ktm 450 Exc-f

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Ktm Freeride 250 vs Ktm 450 Exc-f. Ktm Freeride 250: ~30 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated; KTM did not officially publish figures for this model) hp, ~95 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~110 km/h (estimated; not optimized for top speed — off-road focused), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Ktm 450 Exc-f: ~63 hp @ 9,000 rpm (note: KTM does not officially publish output figures; estimate based on third-party dyno testing of 2020–2024 models) hp, 111 kg (wet/curb weight, based on 2022–2024 model specs) weight, top speed ~170 km/h (note: estimate; street-legal gearing limits top end, varies by year and sprocket setup), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Ktm Freeride 250 Ktm 450 Exc-f
Horsepower (hp)
30 hp
63 hp
Torque (Nm)
25 Nm
54 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
95 kg
111 kg
Type
Enduro
Enduro
Horsepower
~30 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated; KTM did not officially publish figures for this model)
~63 hp @ 9,000 rpm (note: KTM does not officially publish output figures; estimate based on third-party dyno testing of 2020–2024 models)
Torque
~25 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (estimated)
~54 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (note: estimate based on third-party dyno data; official figures not published by KTM)
Top Speed
~110 km/h (estimated; not optimized for top speed — off-road focused)
~170 km/h (note: estimate; street-legal gearing limits top end, varies by year and sprocket setup)
Weight
~95 kg (wet/curb weight)
111 kg (wet/curb weight, based on 2022–2024 model specs)
Fuel
Estimated 4–6 L/100km (note: two-stroke mix; real-world varies significantly with riding style)
Estimated 6–9 L/100km depending on terrain and riding style (note: estimate, varies significantly off-road vs. road)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Ktm Freeride 250
Ktm Freeride 250
7.8/10

"A specialist tool that rewards diligent buyers with proper maintenance history."

Pros
+Featherlight and ultra-flickable
+Explosive two-stroke power delivery
+Premium WP suspension standard
Cons
Top end wears quickly
Battery maintenance often neglected
Thirsty on longer rides
Ktm 450 Exc-f
Ktm 450 Exc-f
8.5/10

"An outstanding used buy, but service history is absolutely non-negotiable."

Pros
+Exceptional power-to-weight ratio
+Street legal enduro capable
+Strong aftermarket parts support
Cons
Expensive maintenance if neglected
Harsh on slow trails
Thirsty for a single

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Akrapovic Racing Line Full Exhaust KTM Freeride 250
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Acerbis X-Factor Handguards KTM Freeride 250
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Polisport Skid Plate Engine Guard KTM Freeride 250
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Acerbis Uniko Adjustable Brake Clutch Lever Set KTM
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