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Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 was first introduced in 1998 and is still in production today.
 
Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 was first introduced in 1998 and is still in production today.
 
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* [[Kawasaki_D-Tracker_150 | Kawasaki D-Tracker 150]]
 
* [[Kawasaki_D-Tracker_150 | Kawasaki D-Tracker 150]]
 
* [[Kawasaki_D-Tracker_250 | Kawasaki D-Tracker 250]]
 
* [[Kawasaki_D-Tracker_250 | Kawasaki D-Tracker 250]]
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''' Main competitors: '''
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* [[Suzuki_250SB | Suzuki 250 SB]] - Identical to the 1st generation Kawasaki D-Tracker 250.
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* [[Honda_XR250 | Honda XR250 Motard]]
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* [[Honda_CRF250L | Honda CRF250M]]
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* [[Yamaha_WR250 | Yamaha WR250X]]
  
 
The first versions of the model were focused mainly on the domestic Japanese market, but at different times they were sold in some countries of the world, incl. European, North American (USA, Canada) and Oceania (Australia). Since 2003, production of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 has been completely moved to Thailand, from where the motorcycle has been sold to many Asian countries.
 
The first versions of the model were focused mainly on the domestic Japanese market, but at different times they were sold in some countries of the world, incl. European, North American (USA, Canada) and Oceania (Australia). Since 2003, production of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 has been completely moved to Thailand, from where the motorcycle has been sold to many Asian countries.
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The appearance of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 was driven by Kawasaki's desire to introduce the factory motard to the market - a class of motorcycles based on converting enduro-cross models into full-fledged road models. It was based on the lightweight enduro [[Kawasaki_KLX250 | Kawasaki KLX 250]], which received road wheels, more powerful brakes and retuned suspensions. As a result, a new model Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 appeared on the market, which had a 249 cc engine. cc (30 hp, 25.5 Nm), 17 'road spoke wheels, steel frame and powerful disc brakes at a dry weight of only 118 kg.
 
The appearance of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 was driven by Kawasaki's desire to introduce the factory motard to the market - a class of motorcycles based on converting enduro-cross models into full-fledged road models. It was based on the lightweight enduro [[Kawasaki_KLX250 | Kawasaki KLX 250]], which received road wheels, more powerful brakes and retuned suspensions. As a result, a new model Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 appeared on the market, which had a 249 cc engine. cc (30 hp, 25.5 Nm), 17 'road spoke wheels, steel frame and powerful disc brakes at a dry weight of only 118 kg.
  
'' Major generations of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 '':
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''' Generations: ''':
 
* '''Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 (1998-2007)''' - first generation. Gives out 30 hp. power, is equipped with a carburetor and has a fuel tank of 8 liters. The model was also sold under the name - [[Suzuki_250SB | Suzuki SB250]].
 
* '''Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 (1998-2007)''' - first generation. Gives out 30 hp. power, is equipped with a carburetor and has a fuel tank of 8 liters. The model was also sold under the name - [[Suzuki_250SB | Suzuki SB250]].
 
* '''Kawasaki D-Tracker X (2008-)''' - second generation. Known as “KLX250SF” in North America and Australia. The model has a more modern appearance, an injector (KLX250SF - carburetor), brake discs with an increased diameter, a 7.7 liter fuel tank and a power of 23 hp.
 
* '''Kawasaki D-Tracker X (2008-)''' - second generation. Known as “KLX250SF” in North America and Australia. The model has a more modern appearance, an injector (KLX250SF - carburetor), brake discs with an increased diameter, a 7.7 liter fuel tank and a power of 23 hp.
  
 
The modern Kawasaki D-Tracker X is actively sold in the Asian market, and is also available in some European countries. 2016 was the last year of sales of this model in the Japanese market.
 
The modern Kawasaki D-Tracker X is actively sold in the Asian market, and is also available in some European countries. 2016 was the last year of sales of this model in the Japanese market.
 
'' "Little brothers" of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250: ''
 
* [[Kawasaki_D-Tracker_125 | Kawasaki D-Tracker 125]]
 
* [[Kawasaki_D-Tracker_150 | Kawasaki D-Tracker 150]]
 
 
'' The main competitors of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 in the class: ''
 
* [[Suzuki_250SB | Suzuki 250 SB]] - Identical to the 1st generation Kawasaki D-Tracker 250.
 
* [[Honda_XR250 | Honda XR250 Motard]]
 
* [[Honda_CRF250L | Honda CRF250M]]
 
* [[Yamaha_WR250 | Yamaha WR250X]]
 
  
 
== Photos ==
 
== Photos ==

Revision as of 21:22, 23 June 2023

Kawasaki D-Tracker X / KLX250SF (generation II)

Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 was first introduced in 1998 and is still in production today.

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Main competitors:

The first versions of the model were focused mainly on the domestic Japanese market, but at different times they were sold in some countries of the world, incl. European, North American (USA, Canada) and Oceania (Australia). Since 2003, production of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 has been completely moved to Thailand, from where the motorcycle has been sold to many Asian countries.

The appearance of the Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 was driven by Kawasaki's desire to introduce the factory motard to the market - a class of motorcycles based on converting enduro-cross models into full-fledged road models. It was based on the lightweight enduro Kawasaki KLX 250, which received road wheels, more powerful brakes and retuned suspensions. As a result, a new model Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 appeared on the market, which had a 249 cc engine. cc (30 hp, 25.5 Nm), 17 'road spoke wheels, steel frame and powerful disc brakes at a dry weight of only 118 kg.

Generations: :

  • Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 (1998-2007) - first generation. Gives out 30 hp. power, is equipped with a carburetor and has a fuel tank of 8 liters. The model was also sold under the name - Suzuki SB250.
  • Kawasaki D-Tracker X (2008-) - second generation. Known as “KLX250SF” in North America and Australia. The model has a more modern appearance, an injector (KLX250SF - carburetor), brake discs with an increased diameter, a 7.7 liter fuel tank and a power of 23 hp.

The modern Kawasaki D-Tracker X is actively sold in the Asian market, and is also available in some European countries. 2016 was the last year of sales of this model in the Japanese market.

Photos


Specifications

Specifications Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 / D-Tracker X:

Model Kawasaki D-Tracker 250 (since 2008 - D-Tracker X)
Motorcycle type supermoto (motard)
Release year 1998+
Engine type 1-cylinder, 4-stroke
Working volume 249 cc cm.
Cooling Liquid
Bore / stroke 72 x 61.2 mm
Compression ratio 11.0: 1
Number of valves per cylinder 4 valves, DOHC
Fuel supply system carburetor, 1x Keihin CVK34 - 1998-2007, KLX250SF

injector, 1x Keihin 34 mm - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Ignition type CDI
Run electric starter
Maximum power 30 h.p. at 8500 rpm - 1998-2007

23 h.p. at 8500 rpm - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Maximum torque 25.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm - 1998-2007

21 Nm @ 6500 rpm - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Gearbox 6-speed
Drive type chain
Frame steel half-duplex
Front suspension 43mm inverted fork, 230mm travel
Rear suspension linkage Uni-Trak with monoshock, stroke - 205 mm
Front tire size 110 / 70-17
Rear tire size 130 / 70-17
Front brakes Single 260mm disc, 2-piston caliper (300mm - 2008+)
Rear brakes Single 220mm disc, 1-piston caliper (240mm - 2008+)
Dimensions (LxWxH) 2065x790x1175 mm - 1998-2007

2130x795x1140 mm - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Saddle height 865 mm - 1998-2007

860 mm - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Wheelbase 1435 mm - 1998-2007

1420 mm - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Fuel tank capacity 8.0 l (since 2008 - 7.7 l)

7.5 L - Japanese versions (1998-2007)

Maximum speed 145 km / h
Acceleration to 100 km / h (0-100) 8 sec
Motorcycle weight (curb) 128 kg - 1998-2007

137 kg - 2008+ (D-Tracker X)

Kawasaki Off-Road Motorcycle Range

Kawasaki
85-150 см³ KX85 · KX125 · D-Tracker 125 · D-Tracker 150
200-250 см³ D-Tracker 250 · KDX250 · Super Sherpa · KLR250 · KLX250 · KX250 · KX250F
300-350 см³ KLX300
400-500 см³ KLX450 · KX450F · KX500
600-750 см³ KLR650

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