{"id":478,"date":"2023-08-10T01:30:17","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T05:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikefinest.com\/?p=478"},"modified":"2023-08-21T00:59:30","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T04:59:30","slug":"how-fast-does-a-250cc-dirt-bike-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikefinest.com\/how-fast-does-a-250cc-dirt-bike-go\/","title":{"rendered":"How Fast Does A 250cc Dirt Bike Go?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
After riding a 125cc dirt bike for some time, I thought it was time to upgrade. I planned to get a 250cc dirt bike, and I had first to research its speed. So, how fast does a 250cc dirt bike go?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unsurprising, most 250cc dirt bikes by leading dirt bike brands can hit 70-85mph on perfect riding conditions. However, a dirt bike like the Kawasaki Ninja 250 can hit 100mph. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While speaking of perfect riding conditions, we are talking about a smooth track and good weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it’s worth noting that factors like engine size, bike weight, rider’s weight, and rider’s experience influence the dirt bike’s top speed just as much as the riding conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, we are going to look at how those factors affect the dirt bike’s maximum speed. We’ll also look at the various top speeds by the best 250cc bikes by leading brands.<\/p>\n\n\n But before that, let’s first compare a 250cc 2-stroke with a 4-stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typically, 2-stroke engines have two main functions; combustion and compression, thus their name. Because they complete their cycles in only two motions, they are less complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2-stroke engines are also pretty lightweight, and that makes them faster. Sadly, they require more maintenance and are often noisier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4-stroke engines, in contrast, have four functions; intake, compression, combustion, and exhaust. They are generally heavier than 2-stroke options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They are, however, easier to maintain and less noisy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speed-wise, leading 250cc two-stroke dirt bikes can hit 70-85mph under favorable conditions. On the other hand, most 4-stroke options have a top speed of about 70-80mph.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, there are a few exceptions, like the Kawasaki Ninja 250, which can hit 100mph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s compare the 2-stroke to the 4-stroke top speeds of leading 250cc dirt bike brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nowadays, you’ve to mention Apollo<\/a> alongside the big boys. The Chinese manufacturer has bossed its way into the 250cc dirt bike sector with its fast 250cc engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2-Stroke vs. 4-Stroke<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Comparing Top Speeds by Leading 250cc Dirt Bike Brands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Apollo 250cc Dirt Bike Top Speed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n