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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.

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

First generation (2006-2007)

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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.[citation needed]
Fuel Tank Capacity	1.9 gal.

Second generation (2009-2020)

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) (Added to US model in 2018)[2]
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)[citation needed]
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

References

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