MX-10 or KTM
OSET MX-10
This page has not been created to take anything away from the KTM. Anyone who knows kids dirtbikes, knows that the KTM is the bench mark.
Here at MK Off Road, we're passionate about all motorcycles, and own both petrol and electric bikes!
The MX-10 is only criticised for one thing, the price. And while it may seem high, when you look at the spec involved you can justify it. We just want to highlight that the OSET MX-10 is an option when looking for a new bike, and that it has a lot of benefits once you take a good look at it.
This page exists to highlight the cost savings going forward when purchasing an OSET.
Please note! All prices are estimates. Fuel, oil, parts etc prices change often. Deals can be had, and different kids will ride more or less often and different paces.
2021 KTM 50 SX Mini
£2499
Fuel cost per ride
£3699
MX-10
£0.7-10 pence
Around 7-10pence per charge for between 1hr 45 - 4 hours runtime (depending on how fast it's been ridden)
KTM
£3.40
1 tank of fuel (2.3 litres) will cost around £2.60, with around 58ml of 2 stroke oil around 80 pence. For a total runtime around of 1hr 30 mins to 2 hours
Maintenance per ride
MX-10
£0
Like any bike, the chain tension will need checking and adjusting accordingly, the brakes checked for safe operation, the throttle checked for smooth operation. Tyre pressures, check bolts, etc etc
KTM
£5 per plug if needed
Gear oil £2.50 every other ride
Air filter oil cleaning kit approx. £25 (will last a while)
Similar to the MX-10 in terms of checking moving parts
In addition, the air filter will need to be cleaned and oiled
Check gear oil level, change every 2 rides.
Check coolant level
Change spark plug if necessary
Forks will need to be checked for leaks (etc etc, general maintenance)
Fill with fuel
Cost per year
Based on one ride per week = 52 rides
approx 2 hours per ride = 104 hours riding
MX-10
Electric £46.80
Consumables may need changing, such as chain/sprockets. Brake pads. Tyres. Wheel bearings. Handle bar grips. Although linear electric power is kind to tyres chains etc.
Brake pads front & rear £22
Chain & sprockets front & rear £65
Tyres (Michelin) front & rear £68
Grips £11
Wheel bearings (skf) front & rear £11
Total cost to run per year
£223.80
Total cost in first year of ownership
£2722.80
KTM
In addition to the parts listed to the left for the OSET (£177)
Petrol 119.6 litres £155.48
2 stroke oil 60 litres £36
Gear oil 6.5 litres £65
1 Top end rebuild (may need two )£70 each
Spark plugs x4 £20
Coolant £10 per litre £10
Two No Toil air filter kits £50
Air filters x2 £16
Total cost to run per year
£599.48
(parts to the left, above + 1 top end)
Total cost in first year of ownership
£4298.48
A new OSET MX-10 is potentially £1475.68 cheaper to buy and run than a new KTM 50 Mini in it's first year.
Aswell as that, there are also the below benefits
· No pollution or fumes to breathe in
· No noise to upset people
· No kickstarting
· No running to kickstart them should they need help
· No leaking fuel or oil, especially if the bike is on it’s side
· No need to dispose of old oil
· No hot exhausts or parts
· No carb to clean
· No need to plug airbox/exhaust when washing
· MORE time riding in areas where noise/fuel wouldn’t allow
· MORE time to do other things than oiling filters, changing spark plugs, pistons etc etc
· MORE time riding means kids learn faster
In the second year, the gap in expense will grow further. As the need to rebuild the crankshaft, replace reeds, throttle cables, clutch/fluid, cylinder replates etc etc.
Specifications
OSET MX-10
1.4w 48v neodymium magnet DC
4-7 mx/Adult mini bike
10”
Hydraulic 160mm
37kg
Chrome Molybdenum
USD air fork adjustable rebound/preload
Preload adjustable & oil dampened
20ah 48v Lithium
940mm (37”)
Adjustable 515 - 550mm
Adjustable 170mm - 200mm
£2499
Engine
Age Range
Wheels Size
Brakes
Weight
Frame
Fork
Shock
Fuel Capacity
Wheelbase
Seat Height
Ground Clearance
RRP
KTM 50 SX Mini
49cc Liquid Cooled
4-7
10”
Hydraulic 160mm
40kg (dry)
Chrome Molybdenum
WP Inverted
WP Shock
2.3 Litre
914.4
558mm
184mm
£3499