Engineering:Kawasaki KLX250S
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 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 miles per hour (137 km/h).
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.[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
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