2012 Kawasaki KLX 250. Image credits - Kawasaki.
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.
General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki KLX 250
Year
2012
Category
Enduro / offroad
Rating
3.4 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine type
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power
21.5 HP (15.7 kW )) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
20.5 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Compression
11.0:1
Bore x stroke
72.0 x 61.2 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection. Fuel injection: and #966;34 mm x 1 (Keihin)
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
Digital CDI
Lubrication system
Forced lubrication, wet sump
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle)
26.5°
Trail
105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front suspension
43 mm upside-down telescopic fork
Front wheel travel
255 mm (10.0 inches)
Rear suspension
New Uni-Trak
Rear wheel travel
230 mm (9.1 inches)
Front tire
3.00-21
Rear tire
4.60-18
Front brakes
Single disc. Dual -piston hydraulic caliper
Diameter
250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Single-piston
Diameter
240 mm (9.4 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
138.0 kg (304.2 pounds)
Seat height
890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1205 mm (47.4 inches)
Overall length
2200 mm (86.6 inches)
Overall width
820 mm (32.3 inches)
Ground clearance
285 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheelbase
1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Fuel capacity
7.70 litres (2.03 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Black
Starter
Electric
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