| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
| Lower seat height (due to the suspension’s reduced stroke) makes it easier for riders to reach the ground with their feet, for added confidence when stopped. A revised handlebar is straighter and moves the hand position up and in. |
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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Kawasaki KLX 250 |
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Year
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2012 |
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Category
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Enduro / offroad |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
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Power
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21.5 HP (15.7 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
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Torque
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20.5 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
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Compression
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11.0:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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72.0 x 61.2 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Injection. Fuel injection: and #966;34 mm x 1 (Keihin) |
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Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
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Ignition
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Digital CDI |
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Lubrication system
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Forced lubrication, wet sump |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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6-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Perimeter, high-tensile steel |
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Rake (fork angle)
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26.5° |
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Trail
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105 mm (4.1 inches) |
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Front suspension
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43 mm upside-down telescopic fork |
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Front wheel travel
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255 mm (10.0 inches) |
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Rear suspension
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New Uni-Trak |
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Rear wheel travel
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230 mm (9.1 inches) |
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Front tire
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3.00-21 |
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Rear tire
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4.60-18 |
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Front brakes
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Single disc. Dual -piston hydraulic caliper |
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Diameter
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250 mm (9.8 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc. Single-piston |
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Diameter
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240 mm (9.4 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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138.0 kg (304.2 pounds) |
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Seat height
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890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1205 mm (47.4 inches) |
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Overall length
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2200 mm (86.6 inches) |
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Overall width
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820 mm (32.3 inches) |
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Ground clearance
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285 mm (11.2 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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7.70 litres (2.03 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Black |
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Starter
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Electric |
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