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KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport - 1986 Specifications and Reviews
The 1986 KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport is an all-around lightweight enduro designed for versatile riders seeking accessible off-road performance. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers reliable 17 horsepower with strong compression for mixed terrain capability. Best known for nimble handling and manageable weight, it excels as an entry-level competition and recreational enduro machine.
General information | |
| Category | Allround |
| Year | 1986 |
| Model | KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Membrane |
| Bore x stroke | 67.5 x 69.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 15.0:1 |
| Power | 17.00 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 117.0 kg (257.9 pounds) |
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KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 4.50-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.00-21 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 110.0 km/h (68.4 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
17 hp
Peak Power
68.4 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track15%
City30%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding25%
Touring20%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is best suited to riders with some off-road or dirt bike experience, since the light weight and narrow tyres reward confident, active riding rather than passive cruising. |
| Purpose | Built as a lightweight enduro machine, it excels at trail riding, tight singletrack, and playful off-road exploration rather than sustained road speed. |
| Rider Fit | At just 117 kg with a tall, narrow enduro chassis, it favors riders comfortable standing on the pegs and shifting body weight, though its low mass makes it manageable for smaller or less experienced riders too. |
| Character | It has the personality of a nimble, high-revving dirt companion, eager to be flicked around obstacles rather than settle into long, relaxed cruising. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not for riders wanting sustained highway speeds, passenger comfort, or long-distance touring capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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