250 F 11

1974 Kawasaki 250 F 11 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1974 Kawasaki 250 F 11 utilizes a 247 cc (15.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 23.5 HP (17.2 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 95.1 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 250 F 11 measures 127 kg (280 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.4 kg per horsepower). The 9.5-liter (2.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 125 km/h (78 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1972 to 1974, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.