Kawasaki KLX250S

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 mph.

Kawasaki KLX250S
2009 KLX 250s
ManufacturerKawasaki
ProductionSince 2006
PredecessorKLR250
ClassDual-purpose
Engine249 cc four-stroke single cylinder
Transmission6 speed

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.
Fuel Tank Capacity1.9 gal.

Second generation (2009-2014)

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)
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)
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

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