2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE vs CF MOTO 250 CL-X
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
- CF MOTO 250 CL-X 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 6 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 26.5 hp (CF MOTO 250 CL-X) up to 30 hp (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE).
- Torque spans 22 Nm (CF MOTO 250 CL-X) up to 24 Nm (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE).
- Weight spans 155 kg (CF MOTO 250 CL-X) to 156 kg (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KTM 250 ADVENTURE | CF MOTO 250 CL-X |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | CF MOTO |
| Model | KTM 250 ADVENTURE | CF MOTO 250 CL-X |
| Engine size | 250cc | 250cc |
| Power | 30hp | 26.5hp |
| Torque | 24nm. | 22nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 156kg | 155kg |
| Front brake | Four-piston radial fixed calliper | 292mm disc with 4-piston caliper ABS (CF MOTO calipers) |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper | 220mm disc with single-piston caliper ABS (CF MOTO calipers) |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.5cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 100/90 19 | 110/70-17 (CST) |
| Rear tyre | 130/80 17 | 150/60-17 (CST) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | 37mm inverted fork telescopic |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Single central shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Naked |
| Top speed | 160km/h | 160km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14.5 L – 3.4 L/100km | 14.5 L – 3.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6649 | $3899 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View CF MOTO price list |
| Extra features | -Slipper clutch, Windshield, Handle Bar, LCD display |
-Euro5, Slipper Clutch -Power modes: Sport and Economic -Bosch EFI, Continental ABS |
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2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE vs 2023 CF MOTO 250 CL-X: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE and 2023 CF MOTO 250 CL-X are closely matched in weight and displacement, while the 250 ADVENTURE has more peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
250 ADVENTURE and 250 CL-X have very similar engine displacement (250 cc vs 250 cc).
Peak power
250 ADVENTURE has a modest listed power advantage (30 hp vs 26.5 hp).
Torque
250 ADVENTURE has a modest listed torque advantage (24 Nm vs 22 Nm).
Listed top speed
250 ADVENTURE and 250 CL-X have very similar listed top speeds (160 km/h vs 160 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
250 ADVENTURE and 250 CL-X have very similar listed weights (156 kg vs 155 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 250 ADVENTURE is listed higher (85.5 cm) than 250 CL-X (79.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque and seat height, while displacement, listed top speed and weight remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 250 ADVENTURE vs CF MOTO 250 CL-X?
Both are listed at 160 km/h (99 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 250 ADVENTURE or CF MOTO 250 CL-X?
KTM 250 ADVENTURE has 30 hp compared with 27 hp on the CF MOTO 250 CL-X.
Which is lighter, KTM 250 ADVENTURE or CF MOTO 250 CL-X?
CF MOTO 250 CL-X is lighter at 155 kg vs 156 kg for KTM 250 ADVENTURE.
Which is better, KTM 250 ADVENTURE or CF MOTO 250 CL-X?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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