KTM 625 SXC reviews

The bike is excellent. I have been riding 33 years, and this is the best bike I've ever ridden. I'm 6'4" at 235-lbs, and it fits me perfectly. I use it for everything from riding MX to tight trails to commuting to work. I bought the bike to replace an XR-650L that I had for 10 years, and it's like KTM took that bike and fixed every single complaint that I had. It feels at least 60-lbs lighter, has about twice as much power, and has a stiff frame with good all-around suspension. It even comes with what are in my opinion, the best true dual-sport tires available, the Pirelli MT-21 Rallycross. You can buy all the parts to convert it to dual-sport from the KTM dealer and they are reasonably priced. It doesn't take much, though as the bike is sold street-legal in Europe, and they've just left off a few parts. The bike even comes with a parts manual that gives all the part numbers. I've added a factory luggage rack and passenger pegs from an LC4 Adventure, and went up one tooth on the countershaft sprocket. The gearing change really helps on the street, and still works well for all but the tightest trail situations (and I have a KTM-250 for that). My only complaint with the bike is that it has a carb-venting problem that causes it to stumble when you push it hard in rough going. I've added a Tee to the carb vent, and that has helped a lot, but it didn't cure the problem completely. The vent is really small, so I plan to add larger tubing soon. Others might disagree, but I think the bike is killer on the street - it's basically a super-moto bike, and even with the gearing change it will effortlessly loft the front wheel at 30MPH with just a twist of the throttle. The only problem I see is that if you ride it on the street long enough, you will eventually get a ticket. Feel free to e-mail me if you have any questions. Show less

1st through 3rd gear it's neck and neck with an XR650R, but it pulls away in 4th and 5th...torquilicious, and the suspension with inverted forks sucks up the trails so even an amateur rider can haul. It comes "outta the box" ready to race. Put some Akropovics on it and a little tweakin' here and there, and even an unplugged XR doesn't have a chance. Gotta keep an eye on the oil and adjust the valves frequently though. Other than that, I love this bike much better than my XR650R... in fact, don't bother riding this bike until you're ready to buy it... because it will suck to go back to your old bike after tasting what the KTM has to offer. Trust me. Show less

What an awesome bike. I just got back from a 100+ mile ride starting in Hesperia all the way down to El Verde a small town in Mexico. I was very impressed with how much power this bike had and talk about comfortable. I give the bike a *****. Mike Show less

The LC4 KTM 625 SXC is by far the sickest dual sport bike ever made! I think the bike handles great on and off road (hills or not). The bike is a little heavy but who cares. I didn't buy the bike for the weight I bought it because it rules over the XR 650. If your thinking about buying one, do it! This bike is sick! FYI: Go with the Trick Dual Sport kit if you plan on making it a dual sport bike.... Show less

I chose this bike over the 525exc because Im 6"6' 245 lbs and liked the bigger bike.(not to mention price). this bike is not a super cross track bike and was not supposed to be. For trail riding,desert, or just about anything else this bike really handles awsome. just dont try to muscle it around tight corners, let the bike do the work for you. I wanted the 525 at first, but felt like I was sitting on a mini bike. this bike is a good choice for anyone, but I think for guys that are bigger than most it is the best off road bike out there. Ditch the street leagle tires, install a 165 main jet throw the airbox snorkle in the trash, and take the giant tampon out of the silencer and this is a monster of a bike. 5 stars from me! Show less