Kawasaki KLR250

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Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-D) (November 1984) 1985-2005

The Kawasaki KLR 250 enduro first appeared in 1978 in the North American market. At that time, the model was an archaic (by modern standards) motorcycle, with an air-cooled engine, a round headlight, drum brakes and a rear suspension in the form of two shock absorbers. This generation had the factory code - KL250-A.

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In 1983, the model changes slightly, receiving the new factory designation KL250-C . This generation has a lot in common with the previous version.

In November 1984 (model year 1985), Kawasaki introduced the new generation KLR250 to the market under the new code “KL250-D”. This version is radically different from the previous ones - a new liquid-cooled engine, new suspensions, frame, headlight, plastic, front disc brake and more. It was this generation of Kawasaki KLR250 that gained the greatest popularity and was available not only in the USA and Canada, but also in many other countries - Japan, Europe, Australia, South Africa. This motorcycle was also actively used as a police version and for the needs of the army (special version).

Throughout the entire production period, from 1985 to 2005, the model practically did not change, but at the same time it enjoyed stable demand. Reliable and simple design, low price, increased fuel tank capacity (11 liters), soft long-travel suspensions and a 6-speed gearbox made the Kawasaki KLR 250 model extremely successful and suitable for use in any purpose - from off-road trips of the day to long motorcycle trips on the cross terrain.

In 2006, a new model was released to replace the KLR 250 - Kawasaki KLX250S.

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Specifications

Specifications Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-D, November 1984-2005):

Model Kawasaki KLR250
Motorcycle type enduro
Release year 1985-2005
Frame steel half-duplex
Engine type 1-cylinder, 4-stroke
Working volume 249 cm³
Bore / Stroke 74.0 x 58.0 mm
Compression ratio 11.0: 1
Cooling liquid
Number of valves per cylinder DOHC, 4 valves
Fuel supply system Carburetor, 1x Keihin CVK34
Ignition type CDI
Maximum power 28.0 h.p. (20.6 kW) @ 9000 rpm - full-strength versions (Japan, North America, etc.)
Maximum torque 22.0 Nm (2.3 kg * m) @ 7500 rpm - full-strength versions (Japan, North America, etc.)
Gearbox 6-speed
Drive type chain
Front tire size 3.00-21 4PR
Rear tire size 4.60-17 4PR
Front brakes 1 disc, 250 mm, 2-piston caliper
Rear brakes drum
Front suspension 36 mm telescopic fork (with air pump), stroke - 230 mm
Rear suspension linkage progressive Uni-Trak with monoshock (adjustable preload and rebound damping), stroke - 230 mm
Motorcycle length 2200 mm
Motorcycle width 855 mm
Motorcycle height 1210 mm
Wheelbase 1415 mm
Saddle height 855 mm
Minimum ground clearance 270 mm
Acceleration to 100 km / h
Maximum speed
Fuel tank capacity 11.0 l
Motorcycle weight (curb) 134 kg

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