KTM 250 XC-W vs Herald Maverick 250 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 250 XC-Wstacks up against the Herald Maverick 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 250 XC-WHerald Maverick 250
Model year20232023
Price$10,799
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower24 hp
Weight103 kg148 kg
Seat height38 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

KTM 250 XC-W vs Herald Maverick 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 250 XC-W and the Herald Maverick 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 250 XC-W brings its published horsepower in a 103 kg package, while the Herald Maverick 250 counters with 24 hp at 148 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: