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Class: enduro
Production: 1978-2005
Successor:Kawasaki KLX250S
| Models | ||
|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-A) 1978-1982 (North America) | Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-C) 1983-1984 Download tripod beta software program. Tripod Beta Download Software PocketPool v.1.0b PocketPool is a billiards simulation game designed for Microsoft Windows mobile devices. It features realistic physics, intuitive controls and addictive gameplay. Tripod Beta primer. Download the Tripod Beta primer for a free sample of the full manual. ISBN: 9 7808 5293 8539 Version: 5.1 (2017) Price: £150.00 Purchase the Tripod Beta primer. Changes from v5.01 (2015). (North America) | Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-D) (nov. 1984) 1985-2005 (North America, Japan, Europe, Australia, South Africa) |
Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-A) 1978-1982 | Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-C) 1983-1984 | Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-D) (nov. 1984) 1985-2005 |
History
| History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year | Country | Name / Frame / Engine |
| 1978 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-A1 |
| 1979 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-A2 |
| 1980 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-A3 |
| 1981 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-A4 |
| 1982 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-A5 |
| 1983 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-C1 |
| 1984 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-C2 |
| 1985 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D2 |
| 1986 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D3 |
| 1987 | North America, Japan | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D4 |
| 1988 | North America, Japan | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D5 |
| 1989 | North America | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D6 |
| 1990 | North America, Japan, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D7 |
| 1991 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D8 |
| 1992 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D9 |
| 1993 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D10 |
| 1994 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D11 |
| 1995 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D12 |
| 1996 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D13 |
| 1997 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D14 |
| 1998 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D15 |
| 1999 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D16 |
| 2000 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D17 |
| 2001 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D18 |
| 2002 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D19 |
| 2003 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D20 |
| 2004 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D21 |
| 2005 | North America, Europe | Name: Kawasaki KLR250 Code: KL250-D22 |
Specifications
Kawasaki KLR250 (KL250-D, nov. 1984-2005): specs.
| Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS | Overall length | 2200 mm / 86,6 in |
| Overall width | 855 mm / 33,7 in | |
| Overall height | 1210 mm / 47,6 in | |
| Seat height | 855 mm / 33,7 in | |
| Wheelbase | 1415 mm / 55,7 in | |
| Ground clearance | 270 mm / 10,6 in | |
| Dry weight | ||
| Curb (wet) weight | 134 kg / 295 lbs | |
| FRAME | Type | Tubular, semi double cradle (steel) |
| Front suspension, travel | 36 mm telescopic fork (air-adjustable), 230 mm / 9,1 in | |
| Rear suspension, travel | Swingarm Uni-Trak with mono-shock (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 230 mm / 9,1 in | |
| Front tire size | 3.00-21 4PR | |
| Rear tire size | 4.60-17 4PR | |
| Front brake | Single disc, 250 mm, 2-piston caliper | |
| Rear brake | Drum | |
| Fuel capacity | 11,0 l / 2,9 US gal | |
| Trail | 117 mm / 4,6 in | |
| Fuel economy | ||
| ENGINE | Type | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke |
| Cylinder arrangement | Single cylinder | |
| Bore & Stroke | 74,0 x 58,0 mm | |
| Displacement | 249 cm³ (15,2 cu-in) | |
| Compression ratio | 11.0:1 | |
| Valve train | Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves | |
| Max. power | 28,0 hp (20,6 kW) / 9000 rpm – max. power for full-power version (Japan, North America and other) | |
| Max. torque | 22,0 Nm (2,3 kg*m) / 7500 rpm – max. torque for full-power version (Japan, North America and other) | |
| 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph) | ||
| Top speed | ||
| CARBURETION SYSTEM | Type | Carburetor, 1x Keihin CVK34 |
| ID | ||
| DRIVE TRAIN | Clutch | Wet, multi-plate, cable operated |
| Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh | |
| Final drive | Chain | |
| Primary reduction | 2.913 | |
| Final reduction | 2.933 | |
| Gear ratio I II III IV V VI |
2.000 1.500 1.250 1.050 0.904 | |
| ELECTRICAL | Ignition | CDI |
| Alternator | 10,5A 14V at 8000 rpm | |
| Battery capacity | 12V-4Ah | |
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