KTM 525 SX Racing - 2004 Specifications and Reviews
The 2004 KTM 525 SX Racing is a high-performance motocross machine built for competitive off-road riders seeking raw power and aggressive handling. Its potent 510cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine delivers impressive torque, while the lightweight 105.8kg chassis enables sharp cornering and rapid acceleration. Best known for its winning race heritage, this bike excels in sand and soft terrain conditions.
General information | |
| Category | Cross / motocross |
| Year | 2004 |
| Model | KTM 525 SX Racing |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | OHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Bore x stroke | 95.0 x 72.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 510.40 ccm (31.14 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,481 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 380 mm (15.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 525 mm (20.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 525 mm (20.7 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 675 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 925 mm (36.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 105.8 kg (233.2 pounds) |
KTM 525 SX Racing dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 216 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear suspension | WP-PDS-DA shock absorber |
| Front suspension | WP-USD 48/26 MA/PA |
| Trail | 64 mm (2.5 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Chromium molybdenum |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Color options | Orange |
| Fuel capacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track40%
City10%
Cornering85%
Daily Riding8%
Touring8%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a full-on competition motocross machine best suited to experienced off-road riders and racers, not beginners. |
| Purpose | Built purely for motocross racing, it excels at jumps, berms, and rough closed-course terrain rather than any form of street use. |
| Rider Fit | The tall 925mm seat height, lightweight 106kg dry chassis, and aggressive four-stroke power delivery demand strong rider fitness and confidence standing on the pegs. |
| Character | Sharp, explosive, and razor-focused, this bike rewards aggressive inputs with rapid direction changes and strong acceleration out of corners. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not suitable for commuting, touring, carrying a passenger, or any rider seeking comfort and low-maintenance road use. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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