With the FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) kicking off next week in Bergamo, Italy, it’s no surprise that KTM decided to release its 2026 EXC 6DAYS lineup earlier this week, which includes four 4-stroke models and one 2-stroke model. Racers competing in Italy will be some of the first to throw a leg over the latest EXC models bathed in KTM’s 6DAYS treatment, which features a lemon-lime livery that I’m assuming pays homage to the Bergamot orange found in that part of Italy.
The 4-stroke lineup includes a 250 EXC-F, 350 EXC-F, 450 EXC-F and 500 EXC-F, while the 2-stroke model will be the familiar 300 EXC. All the bikes are based on KTM’s 2026 Enduro platform, which features updated settings on the 48mm WP XACT closed cartridge forks, as well as the WP XPLOR PDS rear shock. KTM claims “less weight, improved feel, increased stability for faster times.”
And according to KTM's press release, they reinforced the fueling system across all models with a new protector cap, and bolstered cooling reliability with a more resistant radiator closure. Radiator fans come as standard equipment on all 2026 Enduro models, too.
CNC machined triple clamps, front axle puller, chain guide, frame protectors and Supersprox stealth rear sprocket also come standard on the 6DAYS, but it’s mostly an aesthetic update that helps sell the ISDE models – “a dedicated livery and blue, white, green and red colors across the bodywork, front mask, fork guards, seat and swingarm,” is what you’ll get, along with an oh-so glossy orange frame.
Generally speaking, the 6DAYS is the top-of-the-line Enduro bike that KTM offers, and while I can’t say I’m excited about the colorway, it is nice to see a fresh line of Enduro bikes being built by the Austrian brand following a rather rocky couple of months. OK, OK, year.
Additional 2026 KTM EXC 6Days highlights:
- 6DAYS branded handlebars (with a specific bend), silencer and wheel rims
- Floating front brake disc & solid rear disc
- Rear brake safety wire for increased resistance
- Skid plate
- Map selector switch
- Metzeler 6DAYS Extreme tires
All 4-stroke 2026 KTM EXC 6DAYS Enduro models will be available at KTM dealers starting in September, while the 2-stroke KTM 300 EXC 6DAYS will be available come October.
