Husqvarna TE 250 2016 vs. KTM 250 EXC 2016

Husqvarna TE 250 2016

Husqvarna TE 250 2016

KTM 250 EXC 2016

KTM 250 EXC 2016

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Overview - Husqvarna TE 250 2016 vs KTM 250 EXC 2016

The Husqvarna TE 250 2016 and the KTM 250 EXC 2016 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They have the same engine and drive train, with a bore of 66.4 mm and a stroke of 72 mm. They both have electric and kick starters, as well as a chain transmission. They both have a single cylinder and a displacement of 249 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front, branded by WP. They also have WP rear suspension. The chassis of both motorcycles is made of steel and has a central tube frame.

Husqvarna TE 250 2016

Husqvarna TE 250 2016

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 140 mm. The rear tire diameter is 18 inches. They both have a wheelbase of 1482 mm and a seat height of 960 mm. However, the Husqvarna TE 250 2016 has a dry weight of 104.4 kg, while the KTM 250 EXC 2016 has a slightly lighter dry weight of 101.9 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the Husqvarna TE 250 2016 is 11 liters, while the KTM 250 EXC 2016 has a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 9.5 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Husqvarna TE 250 2016 has a competitive price for acquisition and maintenance. It also offers great performance and handling, making it unbeatable in hard terrain. On the other hand, the KTM 250 EXC 2016 has high performance combined with lively handling. It has a simple design, which can make it harder to handle under extreme loads. However, it has lower vibrations due to its new motor with a balancer shaft.

KTM 250 EXC 2016

KTM 250 EXC 2016

In terms of weaknesses, the Husqvarna TE 250 2016 is not ideal for smooth and easy tracks, as the rider might prefer a four-stroke engine in those conditions. The KTM 250 EXC 2016 can be more strenuous to ride on long stages compared to a four-stroke. Its engine response is good but not as clean as a four-stroke, and it may lack torque in the rev range, especially for less experienced riders compared to the 300 model.

In summary, both the Husqvarna TE 250 2016 and the KTM 250 EXC 2016 have similar technical specifications but differ in terms of weight, fuel tank capacity, and some performance aspects. The Husqvarna TE 250 2016 is more suitable for hard terrain and has a competitive price, while the KTM 250 EXC 2016 offers high performance and lively handling but may be more challenging to ride under extreme conditions.

Technical Specifications Husqvarna TE 250 2016 compared to KTM 250 EXC 2016

Husqvarna TE 250 2016
KTM 250 EXC 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore66.4 mmBore66.4 mm
StrokeStroke72 mmStroke72 mm
StarterStarterElectric, KickStarterElectric, Kick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionKokusanIgnitionKokusan
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes2-StrokeStrokes2-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement249 ccmDisplacement249 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height960 mmSeat Height960 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight104.4 kgDry Weight101.9 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11 lFuel Tank Capacity9.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna TE 250 2016

Husqvarna TE 250 2016

Completely new engine for 2017! Lighter and quieter, thanks to the balancer shaft. In terms of responsiveness, the 250 moves more towards 300. The 250 also has significantly more punch in the lower rev range! The limits between 250 and 300 are now vanishingly small.

Price acquisition

price maintenance

performance

handling

unbeatable in hard terrain

I would prefer a four-stroke on smooth and easy tracks

KTM 250 EXC 2016

KTM 250 EXC 2016

The "big" two-stroke engine was newly developed in 2017 and is used on the 250 and 300. The electric starter is now no longer "flange-mounted" but compactly integrated. The 250 engine remains true to its line and has increased over the entire rev range. The bike offers a high degree of perfection and in expert hands is an unbeatable and indestructible winning machine. Strong enough for professionals! 300cc for the fast fraction not really necessary. Great plus in riding comfort thanks to the new balance shaft: significantly less vibration!

High performance in combination with lively handling

simple design - thus hardest to handle under extreme loads

lower vibrations due to new motor with balancer shaft

Compared to the four-stroke, still more strenuous to ride on long stages

engine response "good", but not as clean as with the four-stroke

compared to the 300, especially for less experienced pilots, too little torque in the rev range.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna TE 250 vs KTM 250 EXC

There are a few key differences between a Husqvarna TE 250 2016 and a KTM 250 EXC 2016. It takes less time to sell a KTM 250 EXC with 57 days compared to 71 days for the Husqvarna TE 250. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Husqvarna TE 250 and 14 reviews for the KTM 250 EXC since model year 2010. The first review for the Husqvarna TE 250 was published on 19/10/2009 and now has more than 16,900 views. This compares to more than 20,600 views for the first review on KTM 250 EXC published on 25/07/2004.

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