Engineered by Kawasaki for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 2011 Kawasaki KLX 250 pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 20.5 Nm (15.1 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 72.0 x 61.2 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches) with a 11.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KLX 250 measures 138 kg (304 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 890 mm (35 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,430 mm (56.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 7.7-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 1980 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
890 mm (35 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Torque20.5 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 61.2 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital CDI
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet mDouble disk, manual
Performance
Emission Detailsfornia
Chassis
Frame TypePerimeter, high-tensile steel
Rake26.5°
Trail105 mm (4.1 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm upside-down telescopic fork
Front Travel255 mm (10.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionNew Uni-Trak
Rear Travel230 mm (9.1 inches)
Wheelbase1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground Clearance285 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre3.00-21
Rear Tyre4.60-18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston hydraulic caliper
Front Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.138.0 kg (304.2 pounds)
Seat Height890 mm (35.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
