Kawasaki KLX250S

Kawasaki KLX250S

2009 KLX 250s
Manufacturer	Kawasaki
Production	Since 2006
Predecessor	KLR250
Class	Dual-purpose
Engine	249 cc four-stroke single cylinder
Transmission	6 speed

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.

First generation (2006-2007)

Specifications

Engine Type	4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valve Single
Displacement	249 cc
Bore & Stroke	72.0 x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Carburetor	Keihin CVK34
Ignition	Digital CDI
Transmission	6-Speed
Rake/Trail	26.5°/4.2 in.
Front Suspension	43 mm inverted cartridge fork with 16-click compression damping adjustment
Front suspension travel	11.2 in.
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak with adjustable preload, 16-click compression and rebound damping adjustment
Rear suspension travel	11.0 in.
Front tire size	80/100-21
Rear tire size	100/100-18
Front brake type	disc
Rear Brake Type	disc
Wheelbase	56.5 in.
Ground Clearance	11.6 in.
Seat Height	34.8 in.
Dry Weight	262 lb.
Fuel Tank Capacity	1.9 gal.

Second generation (2009-2014)

Specifications

Engine Type	4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valve Single
Displacement	249 cc
Bore & Stroke	72.0 x 61.2 mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Carburetor	Keihin CVK34, EFI (UK, Asian spec)
Ignition	Digital CDI
Transmission	6-Speed
Rake/Trail	27.5°/4.3 in.
Front Suspension	43 mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with 16-Way Compression Damping Adjustment
Front suspension Travel	10.2 in. (285 mm)
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment
Rear suspension Travel	9.1 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 Type	250 mm semi-floating petal disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper
Rear Brake Type	240 mm petal disc with single-piston hydraulic caliper
Wheelbase	56.7 in. (1440 mm)
Ground Clearance	11.0 in. (279 mm)
Seat Height	34.8 in. (88.4 cm)
Dry Weight	278 lbs (126 kg)(curb weight)
Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 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