At the heart of the 2005 Kawasaki KX 250 cross - motocross motorcycle, Kawasaki utilizes a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches) with a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KX 250 measures 97 kg (214 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 965 mm (38 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,481 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1990 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
965 mm (38 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin PWK38S with Power Jet
IgnitionDigital CDI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypePerimeter style, high-tensile steel with aluminum subframe
Rake26.0°
Front Suspension48mm twin chamber inverted cartridge-type telescopic fork
Rear SuspensionNew UNI-TRAK® swingarm, single shock
Wheelbase1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance340 mm (13.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/90-21
Rear Tyre110/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight97.0 kg (213.8 pounds)
Seat Height965 mm (38.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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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.
