EL 250

1992 Kawasaki EL 250 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 1992 Kawasaki EL 250 features a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 11,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 108.4 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 EL 250 measures 159 kg (351 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 HP/kg (5.89 kg per horsepower). The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 135 km/h (84 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1988 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.