KTM 500 EXC-F Champion Edition 2025 is a high-performance enduro motorcycle, equipped with a 510.9 cc SOHC single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled engine, with electronic fuel injection. The engine is compact and light, weighing 29.5 kg, and offers an exceptional power-to-weight ratio. The total weight is 108.7 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 8.5 liters.
The transmission includes a 6-speed gearbox, a DDS multi-disc wet clutch with Brembo hydraulics, and a chain final drive.
The suspension consists of a 48 mm WP Xact closed-cartridge inverted fork at the front, fully adjustable without tools via hand clickers on the bottom of the fork leg and the top cap, and a WP Xplor PDS (Progressive Damping System) mono-shock at the rear, with manually adjustable dual compression controls for high and low-speed settings. The shock settings have been updated for 2025, providing improved pressure balance and consistent damping.
The braking system includes a semi-floating disc at the front and a disc at the rear.
The seat height is 963 mm, and the ground clearance is 347 mm. The frame is tubular with a glossy orange powder-coated finish, specially designed for longitudinal rigidity, providing exceptional rider feedback, energy absorption, and high-speed stability. The steering head connection is forged and repositioned. The triple clamps are CNC machined.
Special Champion Edition equipment includes Red Bull KTM Factory Racing graphics that set it apart from the rest of the Enduro range, glossy orange frame, orange frame protection set, ribbed Factory Racing orange seat with flat profile and high-grip cover, orange anodized front axle puller, Supersprox Stealth rear sprockets, gray ODI lock-on grips, plastic skid plate, radiator fan, and Map-Select switch. Tires are Michelin Enduro, which offer exceptional traction thanks to the innovative tread design that adapts perfectly to sand, grass, mud, and harder dirt tracks.
The electronic system includes electric start with an ultra-light 2 Ah lithium-ion battery, with most electrical components carefully positioned under the seat for easy accessibility.
The air filter box is designed to ensure maximum airflow with minimal water intrusion, featuring an enduro-specific splash protector under the air box. The Twin Air filter and air filter support design feature a simple and secure mounting system.
Ergonomics include a rider-focused body position triangle, providing improved knee contact, especially when standing on the footpegs, with enhanced grip surfaces throughout. The polyamide-reinforced aluminum subframe offers unmatched feel and feedback for the rider.