KTM Freeride 250R

Make Model	KTM Freeride 250R
Year	2014 - 15
Engine	Two stroke, single cylinder
Capacity	249 cc / 15.2 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	66.4 X 72 mm
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio	12.3:1
Induction	Carburettor
Ignition	Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan
Starting	Electric
Max Power	NA
Max Torque	NA
Clutch	Wet multi-disc clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Transmission	6 Speed, claw shifted
Final Drive	Chain 5/8 x 1/4" X Ring
Primary Ratio	26:72
Frame	Perimeter steel-aluminium composite frame
Front Suspension	WP Suspension4357 MXMA
Front Wheel Travel	250 mm / 9.8 in
Rear Suspension	WP-PDS shock absorber,
Rear Wheel Travel	280 mm / 11.0 in
Front Brakes	Single 260mm disc 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes	Single 210mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre	80/100-21
Rear Tyre	110/90-19
Rake	23.0°
Wheelbase	1418 mm / 55.8 in
Seat Height	915 mm / 36.0 in
Steering Head Angle	67°
Ground Clarence	325 mm / 12.7 in
Dry Weight	92.5 kg / 204 lbs
Fuel Capacity	7.0 Litres / 1.85 US gal

The decision to add, of all things, a completely new two-stroke model to the brand new Freeride segment may seem strange – but only at first glance. And mostly to those who have not yet had the chance to enjoy the punch of a burly two-stroke within a light and agile off-road chassis. However, those who have had that pleasure know: Such an engine epitomises the kind of response you want from a FREERIDE, because after all, the hot, burning gases hit the piston twice as often. This means that even KTM's two-stroke enduros, designed for maximum power, churn out gut-wrenching torque from the low rev range in an absolutely glorious manner. And as the FREERIDE 250 R's engine, true to the Freeriding ideal, is designed not for maximum power, but for a pleasant torque response and optimum rideability, this is where the concept of enjoyable off-roading comes to full fruition.