Kawasaki_KLX250S

Kawasaki KLX250S

Kawasaki KLX250S

Type of motorcycle


The Kawasaki KLX250S is a dual-purpose motorcycle. In 2009, Kawasaki released their supermoto inspired KLX 250SF to the public. It is a relatively lightweight dual sport which can be used both on and off-road. Its 249 cc engine has a top speed of 85 miles per hour (137 km/h).

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First generation (2006-2007)

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Specifications

Engine Type4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valve Single
Displacement249 cc
Bore & Stroke72.0 x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio11.0:1
CarburetorKeihin CVK34
IgnitionDigital CDI
Transmission6-Speed
Rake/Trail26.5°/4.2 in.
Front Suspension43 mm inverted cartridge fork with 16-click compression damping adjustment
Front suspension travel11.2 in.
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak with adjustable preload, 16-click compression and rebound damping adjustment
Rear suspension travel11.0 in.
Front tire size80/100-21
Rear tire size100/100-18
Front brake typedisc
Rear Brake Typedisc
Wheelbase56.5 in.
Ground Clearance11.6 in.
Seat Height34.8 in.
Dry Weight262 lb.[citation needed]
Fuel Tank Capacity1.9 gal.

Second generation (2009-2020)

Specifications

Engine Type4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valve Single
Displacement249 cc
Bore & Stroke72.0 x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio11.0:1
CarburetorKeihin CVK34, EFI (UK, Asian spec) (Added to US model in 2018)[2]
IgnitionDigital CDI
Transmission6-Speed
Rake/Trail27.5°/4.3 in.
Front Suspension43 mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with 16-Way Compression Damping Adjustment
Front suspension Travel10.2 in. (285 mm)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment
Rear suspension Travel9.1 in. (231 mm)
Front Tire Size (S)80/100-21 (110/70-17 on the SF version)
Rear Tire Size (S)100/100-18 (130/70-17 on the SF version)
Front Brake Type250 mm semi-floating petal disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper
Rear Brake Type240 mm petal disc with single-piston hydraulic caliper
Wheelbase56.7 in. (1440 mm)
Ground Clearance11.0 in. (279 mm)
Seat Height34.8 in. (88.4 cm)
Dry Weight278 lbs (126 kg)(curb weight)[citation needed]
Fuel Tank Capacity7.7 litre (2.04 US Gal)

Differences from previous generation

  • All-digital instrument console
  • New, stiffer seat
  • New fender shape and headlight
  • Thicker spokes
  • Increased fuel capacity
  • New swing arm design
  • Less front and rear suspension travel
  • Slightly less ground clearance
  • Supermoto inspired KLX 250SF version available for 2009 and 2010 model years

References

  1. "Kawasaki Motorcycles, ATV, SXS, Jet Ski Personal Watercraft".

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