Kawasaki KLR250

1992 KLR 250

The Kawasaki KLR250 was a motorcycle produced from 1984 to 2005, with only minor changes during the model run. This lightweight dualsport motorcycle was used for several years by the US military for a variety of tasks, including messenger duty and reconnaissance. It was produced by Kawasaki Heavy Industries in Japan and exported to many parts of the world, including the U.S. and Canada, Europe and Australia. The Chilean national police ("carabineros") made extensive use of the KLR250. It is similar in appearance to the larger KLR650. Both bikes have had few styling changes since launch, except paint and the color of the plastic. The KLR250 shares many engine parts with an ATV sold by Kawasaki, the KSF250 "Mojave".

Kawasaki discontinued the KLR250 at the end of the 2005 model run. It was replaced by the KLX250S in 2006. This only applies in the USA. In other markets the KLX250 was introduced in 1981 and has been sold since then to the current day.

The base specifications have remained virtually unchanged throughout the production period.

Engine:

• Type: Four-stroke, DOHC, four-valve, single cylinder,
• Displacement: 249 cc
• Bore and Stroke: 74.0 x 58.0 mm
• Carburetor: Keihin CVK34
• Compression ratio: 11.0:1
• Output: 28 horsepower 1985–1989, 23 horsepower 1990–2005 @9,000 rpm, (U.S. model). Due to change in cam profile. Maximum torque: 23 N-m (2.3 kg-m, 16.5 ft-lb) @8,000 rpm (U.S. model) Source:Kawasaki KLR 250 Service Manual, 14th Edition, June 9, 2004 (K), Part No.99924-1051-14
• Starting Method: Kick

Drivetrain:

• Transmission: 6-speed
• Final Drive: O-ring chain

Brakes:

• Front: Hydraulic disc
• Rear: Drum

Suspension:

• Front: Air-adjustable hydraulic telescopic fork
• Rear: UNI-TRAK single-shock system

Wheels and tires:

• Front: 3.00 x 21 tire
• Rear: 4.60 x 17 tire

Dimensions:

• Length: 84.3 in
• Seat height: 33.7 in
• Rake and Trail: 28.5 degrees / 4.6 in
• Wheelbase: 55.7 in
• Weight: 258 lb (117 kg) dry
• Fuel Capacity: 2.9 US gal (11.0 litres)
• Engine oil capacity: 2 liters

Estimated fuel efficiency: 65 miles per U.S. gallon. Maximum range: 188.5 U.S. miles