2023–2025 · Enduro · Buyer's Guide
TE 250 Heritage (MY2023)
Two-Stroke Dirt Specialist
The Machine's Character
The TE 250 Heritage is a 249 cc two-stroke single built for one job: getting you through terrain that stops other bikes. Throttle body injection gives it strong, controllable pull down low, and it still revs out with the snap a two-stroke should have. Peak figures are 52 hp and 31 lb-ft, but the numbers aren't the story here. Rideability is. A chromoly steel frame, WP XACT suspension with 11.8 in (300 mm) of travel at both ends and 13.9 in (354 mm) of ground clearance put it at the sharp end of the enduro class. The Heritage graphics add the Swedish colors on top. Substance first, style second.
On the trail it's light on its feet and the damping is plush and predictable, so you pick a line through rocks and ruts and the bike just follows. Both ends are adjustable, the aftermarket is huge, and the thing is tough and easy to wrench on. It's for experienced off-road riders who want to work on technique, not for anyone looking for comfort or range. Be honest about the upkeep: fork seals can start to leak under heavy use, and some bikes show stalling or hesitation on acceleration, potentially down to the ignition coil or fuel delivery. Ride modes are the only electronic help you get. No ABS, no traction control. That's the deal!
Hard Numbers
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
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| Power | 52 hp (38 kW) |
|---|---|
| Torque | 31 lb-ft (42 Nm) |
| Displacement | 249 cc |
| Engine | Single-cylinder |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Fork | Upside-down (USD) |
| Front tire | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tire | 140/80-18 |
| Ground clearance | 13.9 in (354 mm) |
| Front travel | 11.8 in (300 mm) |
| Rear travel | 11.8 in (300 mm) |
| Seat height | 37.8 in (960 mm) |
| Dry weight | 241 lb (110 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.2 gal (8.5 L) |
Equipment check
Chassis
- Manually Adjustable Front Suspension Standard
- Manually Adjustable Rear Suspension Standard
Lighting
- LED Headlight Standard
Safety
- Ride Modes Standard
Known issues
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Fork seal leakage
Front fork seals may leak over time, especially under heavy use, reducing suspension performance.
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Engine stalling or hesitation
Some riders report engine stalling or hesitation during acceleration, potentially caused by ignition coil or fuel delivery issues.
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