A 250cc dirt bike can go fast. It's just a matter of how fast do you need, and how fast is sensible to learn on. Let's take a look.

Despite 250cc motors sitting toward the bottom of motorcycle engine power levels, 250cc motorcycles can go fast. It's just a matter of how fast do you need, and how fast is sensible to learn on.

For 2024, a few motorcycle manufacturers – Husqvarna, KTM, and Gasgas – offer two-stroke dirt bikes with up to 300cc displacements, while others, like Yamaha, stop at 250cc or less.

This 485-lb-ft torque dirt bike is electric, American, and lots of fun By Utkarsh Sood. December 16, 2024 ... which is around 2 inches shorter than your usual 250cc dual-sports.