KTM Freeride E-SX - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 KTM Freeride E-SX is a lightweight electric dirt bike designed for young riders and beginners seeking an accessible, quiet off-road experience. Its compact dimensions, responsive handling, and automatic transmission make it ideal for learning fundamentals in controlled environments. Known for zero-emission trail riding, it delivers instant torque and minimal maintenance compared to traditional gas-powered bikes.
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 1/4 |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Torque | 42.00 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) |
| Power | 22.00 HP (16.1 kW) @ 4500 RPM |
| Engine details | Permanent magnet synchronous motor in a disc armature design |
| Engine type | Electric |
| Category | Cross / motocross |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | KTM Freeride E-SX |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear wheel travel | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | WP PDS shock absorber |
| Front wheel travel | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Front Suspension | WP upside-down Ø 43 mm |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.0° |
| Frame type | Perimeter steel-aluminium composite frame. Subframe in high-strength polymide/ABS plastic. |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,418 mm (55.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 108.0 kg (238.1 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | KTM PowerPack: 260 volts, 2.6 kWh, 28 kg. Charging time: 50 min (80%), 80 min (100%). |
| Electrical | Lithium-ion battery |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Orange/white/gray/blue |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
22 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track25%
City20%
Cornering80%
Daily Riding10%
Touring5%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders with at least some off-road or trials experience, though its smooth electric power delivery makes it approachable for motivated beginners as well. |
| Purpose | Designed purely as a lightweight electric cross/enduro trainer for tight technical trails, practice tracks, and skill-building rather than any form of road use. |
| Rider Fit | Its extremely low 108 kg weight and tall 870 mm seat height favor riders who can manage a tall, dirt-bike-like stance but benefit from the reduced physical fatigue of no clutch or gearshifting. |
| Character | A quiet, torquey, instant-response electric dirt bike that rewards precise throttle control and effortless low-speed technical maneuvering. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for riders wanting highway capability, long-distance touring, passenger carrying, or sustained high-speed performance. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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