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250 SX-F 2013 - Sand

Tuned for MCC Tessin Motocross - adds: sand, jumps, fast

KTM 250 SX-F 2013 - 75 kg, Intermediate, Neutral, Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

Set this first

Most important change

Fork: Compression

Stock value
12 clicks
Recommended
8 clicks
Change
4 clicks harder than stock

clicks out from fully closed

Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

How to test it: Change Compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

Key values

15 confirmed settings available.

Source

Computed from factory specs and your factors

Last reviewed: no release date - this starting value was computed, not measured.

All recommended changes

In order, biggest deviation from the stock value first. Take them one at a time.

  1. Fork: Compression4 clicks harder than stock

    12 clicks8 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  2. Shock: High-speed compression0.5 turns harder than stock

    1.5 turns1 turnclicks out from fully closed

    How to test it

    Change High-speed compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  3. Shock: Low-speed compression4 clicks harder than stock

    15 clicks11 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Low-speed compression only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  4. Tire: Front tire pressure0.1 bar less than stock

    1 bar0.9 bar

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Front tire pressure only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  5. Tire: Rear tire pressure0.1 bar less than stock

    1 bar0.9 bar

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Rear tire pressure only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  6. Fork: Rebound1 click softer than stock

    20 clicks21 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Rebound only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  7. Shock: Sag5 mm more than stock

    105 mm110 mmloaded, rider in gear

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Sag only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  8. Shock: Rebound1 click softer than stock

    22 clicks23 clicksclicks out from fully closed

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Rebound only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  9. Fork: Spring rate0.1 N/mm more than stock

    4.4 N/mm4.5 N/mm

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Spring rate only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  10. Transmission: Rear sprocket1 tooth less than stock

    48 teeth47 teeth

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Rear sprocket only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

  11. Shock: Spring rate1 N/mm more than stock

    69 N/mm70 N/mm

    Reason: condition Sand - MCC Tessin Motocross

    How to test it

    Change Spring rate only, nothing else. Then ride the same section or the same number of laps as before and watch whether exactly the behaviour that bothers you changes. If it gets worse or less settled, put the value back.

All technical values

Complete settings, technical data, components, gearing and geometry - including the adjusters that exist on the bike but do not carry a confirmed value yet.

15 confirmed values
BrakeBrembo Hydraulic Disc Brakes (260/220 mm)
ChainOEM Chain
Chain length114 linksOEM
ChassisOEM Chromoly Steel Frame
ClutchOEM Wet Multiplate Clutch
ECUKeihin EMS
ForkWP 4860 MXMA Closed-Cartridge Fork
Compressionclicks out from fully closed8 clicks -4computed
Reboundclicks out from fully closed21 clicks +1computed
Spring rate4.5 N/mm +0.1computed
HandlebarOEM Handlebar
ShockWP XACT Monoshock
Sagloaded, rider in gear110 mm +5computed
Static sagwithout load33 mmOEM
High-speed compressionclicks out from fully closed1 turn -0.5computed
Low-speed compressionclicks out from fully closed11 clicks -4computed
Reboundclicks out from fully closed23 clicks +1computed
Spring rate70 N/mm +1computed
SwingarmOEM Aluminium Swingarm
TireBridgestone Motocross M59/M70
Front tire pressure0.9 bar (13.05 psi) -0.1computed
Rear tire pressure0.9 bar (13.05 psi) -0.1computed
TransmissionOEM Final Drive
Front sprocket13 teethOEM
Rear sprocket47 teeth -1computed
Triple ClampOEM CNC Triple Clamp
Offset22 mmOEM

After the ride

Tested a change? Record what happened. LAISA stores it against this bike and this condition. The recommendation above does not adapt to it automatically yet.

About this baseline

For a 75 kg Intermediate rider with a Neutral style, the Sand baseline for the KTM 250 SX-F 2013 at MCC Tessin Motocross shifts 11 of 15 computed settings away from the OEM standard. The biggest shifts: Compression 8 clicks (-4 vs OEM), High-speed compression 1 turn (-0,5 vs OEM). All values are computed from OEM defaults and your rider and condition factors.

Value provenance: OEM = manufacturer specification · verified = confirmed by an expert · reviewed = editorially reviewed reference · community = confirmed by the community (median of at least three public setups) · computed = automatically derived by the LAISA engine. Automatically extracted and unconfirmed values never appear on public pages.

No public community setups yet for this bike and condition.

Doesn't feel right on track?

Pick the symptom and we'll show the likely setup causes - and whether it is really a technique thing.

Troubleshoot a handling problem
Riding technique
Vision and line in ruts - corneringControlling the bike off jump faces - jumpingThrottle control on corner exit (MX) - throttle

Matching protective gear

The right setup is half the job - the other half is protective gear matched to the discipline and conditions.

Acerbis Motocross-Helm Airstrike-C
HelmetFits the discipline
Acerbis Motocross-Helm Airstrike-C
ECE 22.06
Acerbis Handschuhe Carbon G 5.0
GlovesFits the discipline
Acerbis Handschuhe Carbon G 5.0
Level 2Level 1
Alpinestars Tech-T Stiefel Brown Oiled
BootsFits the discipline
Alpinestars Tech-T Stiefel Brown Oiled
EN 13634CE

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Gear for these conditions

Frequently asked questions

What is a good Sand setup for the KTM 250 SX-F 2013?

For a 75 kg Intermediate rider with a Neutral style, the Sand baseline for the KTM 250 SX-F 2013 at MCC Tessin Motocross shifts 11 of 15 computed settings away from the OEM standard. The biggest shifts: Compression 8 clicks (-4 vs OEM), High-speed compression 1 turn (-0,5 vs OEM).

How much race sag for the KTM 250 SX-F 2013?

As a starting point, 110 mm of race sag at 75 kg rider weight. Measure with a helper and set it via spring preload.

What tire pressure for the KTM 250 SX-F 2013 in Sand conditions?

As a starting point: 0.9 bar front, 0.9 bar rear - computed for a 75 kg Intermediate rider. Check cold and adjust in small steps by feel.

What gearing (sprockets) does the KTM 250 SX-F 2013 run?

As a starting point, 13 teeth front / 47 teeth rear. For more acceleration go larger at the rear (or smaller at the front); for more top speed, the reverse.

Are these values safe to ride?

Baseline values are starting points generated from OEM defaults, rider weight, skill, style and conditions - not safety guarantees. Verify on the bike, adjust step by step and ride within your limits.

Baseline values are starting points generated from OEM defaults, rider weight, skill, style, and condition - or lifted from an expert/verified setup where one exists (see the provenance badge). They are not safety guarantees. Verify on the bike and ride within your limits.