Kawasaki KLX250S

Kawasaki KLX250S

File:KLX250S 2009.jpg 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. It is a lighter bike, and is great for on and off road use. Its 249cc engine is more than enough for the streets, and has a top speed of 138kph.

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	43mm inverted cartridge fork with 16-way compression damping adjustment
Front suspension travel	11.2 in.
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak with adjustable preload, 16-way 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-present)

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	43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with 16-Way Compression Damping Adjustment
Front suspension Travel	10.2 in.
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment
Rear suspension Travel	9.1 in.
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	250mm semi-floating petal disc with two-piston hydraulic caliper
Rear Brake Type	240mm petal disc with single-piston hydraulic caliper
Wheelbase	56.7 in.
Ground Clearance	11.0 in.
Seat Height	34.8 in.
Dry Weight	278 lbs (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