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The History of KTM Dirt Bikes - Specs On The 2008 Models



KTM dirt bikes have become a competitive force not only in the enduro and trail scene, but also around the motocross track.

But, unlike their four main Japanese competitors, KTM originates from Austria in Europe.

It began as a dirty ol' metalworking/repair shop in 1934, started by an engineer named Hans Trunkenpolz. Over the next few years they became one of the largest motorbike and car repair workshops in Upper Austria.

It was 1951 when KTM began developing its first motorcycle - the R-100. It was considered an engineering success and created quite a stir in the motorcycle industry.

With this new-found confidence in themselves as a motorcycle producer, they built a dedicated manufacturing plant in Mattighofen and officially founded KTM - which stands for "Kronreif, Trunkenpolz, Mattighofen" - the two founders names and the place where it all began...

Since then KTM dirt bikes have crossed the finishing line first in many international events including the Paris To Dakar Rally, proving their engineering brilliance in the enduro scene.

KTM hit a spot of trouble in the early 90's and found themselves up the proverbial creek without a paddle... They filed for bankruptcy and split the different sectors of the business into independent companies - KTM Motorcycles being the one we're interested in here.

Today KTM dirt bikes are everywhere you turn... Whether you're weaving through trails, riding the dunes or hitting the mx track, you're bound to see a blur of black and orange tearing it up. And KTM are showing no signs of fading away in the near future!



Some 2008 KTM Dirt Bikes To Drool Over

ktm 450 xcf 08

Photographer: Mitterbauer H.

SPECS:
Model: KTM 450 xc-f
Engine type: Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement: 449.3 cc
Bore x stroke: 97 x 60.8 mm
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Starter: Electric Starter
Transmission: 5 gears
Carburetor: Keihin FCR-MX 41
Control: 4 V controlled by cam levers ad 2 camshafts, driven by helical gear pair and tooth-wheel chain
Engine lubrication: Pressure circulation lubrication with 3 rotor pumps
Primary drive: 29:74
Final drive: 14:52
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Frame: Central tube frame made of chrome molybedenum steel tubing
Front suspension: WP 4860 MXMA CC
Rear suspension: WP PDS 5018 DCC
Suspension travel front / rear: 300 / 335 mm (11.81 / 13.19")
Front brake: Disc brakes 260 mm
Rear brake: Disc brakes 220 mm
Chain: 5/8 x 1/4"
Steering head angle: 63.5°
Wheel base: 1465... 1485 mm (57.68... 58.46 in)
Ground clearance: (unloaded) 380 mm
Seat height: 925 mm (36.42")
Fuel capacity: 9.2 Liters (2.43 gal)
Weight: (no fuel) approx. 114.8 kg



ktm 250 xcf 2008

Photographer: Mitterbauer H.

SPECS:
Model: KTM 250 xc-f
Engine type: Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement: 249.51 cc
Bore x stroke: 76 x 55 mm
Starter: Kickstarter
Transmission: 6 gears
Carburetor: Keihin FCR-MX
Engine oil: Full synthetic oil (Motorex Power Synt 4T 10W/50
Engine lubrication: Pressure circulation lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
Primary drive: 22:68
Final drive: 13:48
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Frame: Central tube chrome-moly-steel frame
Front suspension: WP Suspension - 7860 MXMA CC/MXMA + PA
Rear suspension: WP monoshock PDS
Suspension travel front / rear: 300 / 335 mm (11.81 / 13.19")
Front brake: Disc brakes 260
Rear brake: 220 mm
Tires, front / rear: 80/100-21"; 100/100-18"
Chain: 5/8 x 1/4"
Steering head angle: 63.5°
Wheel base: 1475±10 mm (58.07±0.39")
Ground clearance: (unloaded) 380 mm
Seat height: 925 mm (36.42")
Fuel capacity: approx. 9.2 (2 Liters reserve)
Weight: (no fuel) approx. 104.2 kg



ktm 530 excr 08

Photographer: Mitterbauer H.

SPECS:
Model: KTM 530 exc-r
Engine type: Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement: 510.4 cc
Bore x stroke: 95 x 72 mm
Compression ratio: 11.9:1
Starter: Electric Starter / kickstarter
Transmission: 6 gears
Carburetor: Keihin FCR-MX 39
Control: 4 valves controlled via rocker arm, drive via tooth/wheel chain
Engine lubrication: Pressure circulation lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
Primary drive: 33:76
Final drive: 15:45 (14:50)
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition: Kokusan digital
Frame: Central tube frame made of chrome molybedenum steel tubing
Front suspension: WP 4860 MXMA PA
Rear suspension: WP monoshock PDS
Suspension travel front / rear: 300 / 335 mm (11.81 / 13.19")
Front brake: Disc brakes 260 mm
Rear brake: Disc brakes 220 mm
Chain: 5/8 x 1/4"
Steering head angle: 63.5°
Wheel base: 1465... 1485 mm (57.68... 58.46 in)
Ground clearance: (unloaded) 380 mm
Seat height: 925 mm (36.42")
Weight: (no fuel) approx. 114.8 kg



ktm 250 sx 08

Photographer: Mitterbauer H.

SPECS:
Model: KTM 250 sx
Engine type: Single cylinder, 2-stroke
Displacement: 249 cc
Bore x stroke: 66.4 x 72 mm (2.61 x 2.83")
Starter: Kickstarter
Transmission: 5 gears
Carburetor: Keihin PWK 36 S AG
Engine lubrication: Mixture oil lubrication 1:60
Transmission lubrication: 15W50
Primary drive: 26:72
Final drive: 13:48
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition: Kokusan digital magneto CDI
Control: TVC power valve
Frame: Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4
Subframe: Aluminium 7020
Handlebar: Tapered Renthal Aluminium Ø 28/22 mm (1.10/0.87")
Front suspension: WP USD Ø 48 mm (1.89")
Rear suspension: WP monoshock PDS
Suspension travel front / rear: 300 / 335 mm (11.81 / 13.19")
Front brake: Disc brakes 260
Rear brake: 220 mm (10.24 / 8.66")
Rims, front / rear: 1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 19"
Tires, front / rear: 80/100-21"; 100/90-19"
Chain: 5/8 x 1/4"
Main silencer: Aluminium
Steering head angle: 63.5°
Wheel base: 1475±10 mm (58.07±0.39")
Ground clearance: (unloaded) 385 mm (15.16")
Seat height: 925 mm (36.42")
Fuel capacity: approx. 7.5 liters (2 gal)
Weight: (no fuel) approx. 95.4 kg (208 lbs)



KIDS KTM DIRT BIKE

ktm 85 xc

Photographer: Mitterbauer H.

SPECS:
Model: KTM 85 xc
Engine type: Liquid cooled single cylinder two-stroke engine with reed valve intake
Displacement: 84.93 cc
Bore x stroke: 47 / 48.95 mm
Starter: Kickstarter
Transmission: 6 speed, claw actuated
Carburetor: Keihin PWK 28
Engine lubrication: Mixture lubrication
Transmission lubrication: 0.5 liter engine oil Motorex Topspeed 4t 15W50
Primary drive: straight cut spur gears, 19 : 66 t
Final drive: 14:49
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition: Moric digital 2M1
Frame: Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4
Subframe: Aluminium
Handlebar: Renthal Aluminium Ø 28/22 mm (1.10/0.87")
Front suspension: WP USD Ø 43 mm (1.69")
Rear suspension: WP monoshock PDS
Suspension travel front / rear: 275 / 288 mm (10.83 / 11.34")
Front brake: Disc brakes 220
Rear brake: 200 mm (8.66 / 7.87")
Tires, front / rear: 70/100-17" / 90/100-14" (17"/14")70/100-19" / 90/100-16" (19"/16")
Chain: 5/8 x 1/4"
Main silencer: Aluminium
Steering head angle: 66°
Wheel base: 1278±10 mm (50.31±0.39")
Ground clearance: (unloaded) 385 (17"/14") / 415 mm (19"/16")
Seat height: 865 (17"/14") / 900 mm (19"/16")


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