FIRST LOOK: 2025 KTM XC RANGE

KTM introduces its latest XC and XC-F range, drawing inspiration from its successful KTM Factory Racing endeavours. These updates reflect KTM’s commitment to delivering top-tier cross-country motorcycles, designed for competitive racing – perfect for a Transmoto event!

Building on its rich history of championship victories, KTM incorporates race-proven technologies and insights into the 2025 XC and XC-F models. Stemming from the renowned KTM Motocross line-up, these bikes are optimized for peak performance in off-road conditions.

Notable enhancements include a larger fuel tank capacity of 8.5 litres, an 18-inch rear wheel, as well as standard features like a side stand, handguards, and a skid plate. These refinements aim to provide riders with the utmost confidence and capability to tackle diverse terrains with ease.

Leading the charge when it comes to development, the frame now features visible cutouts and different tube-wall thicknesses around the headstock area, with the engine mount and rear shock mount areas receiving the same treatment.

These changes have been specifically engineered to improve chassis flex characteristics and reduce weight by around 300g while maintaining overall stability and improving cornering behaviour. An updated swingarm with a machined chain slider – for better mud dissipation – and an updated rear brake pedal – for improved durability and resistance to bending – round out the changes to the frame.

To complement the updates, the WP XACT Closed Cartridge spring fork and XACT linkage shock feature reworked settings to account for the more flex and less weight. The WP XACT shock also benefits from an updated linkage with renewed seals and smaller diameter linkage bolts. The setup is taken directly from the KTM Factory Racing Team and is optimized to benefit weight savings and stiffness parameters.

New tank shrouds with bi-composite plastics make for a fresh, sharper look, along with improved cooling characteristics. This is supported by an updated fuel tank mount that protects the frame against wear from scrubbing and improves tank fitment. Full-orange bodywork with red and black in-mold graphics brings these changes together.

The 2025 KTM XC and XC-F models also feature an updated, 1-piece air inlet sleeve and snorkel design to prevent deformation, thanks to a more robust and stiffer material design, with full-orange bodywork and orange and black in-mold graphics bringing these changes together.

2025 also sees the introduction of the Connectivity Unit Offroad available as KTM PowerParts for the XC-F line-up. The CUO offers a wide range of functionalities and adjustability options via the KTMconnect app. This exists as two parts, namely, the CUO itself, mounted on the right upper fork between the lower and upper triple clamp, and the GPS sensor on the front fender in a CUO-compatible pocket. This comes as a complete kit from KTM PowerParts.

The 2025 KTM XC and XC-F range will be available in limited numbers at authorised KTM Dealerships in Australia and New Zealand from July 2024 onwards. Discover more about the 2025 KTM Cross-Country motorcycles at KTM.com.