Positioned in Kawasaki's cross - motocross motorcycle lineup, the 2023 Kawasaki KX250 features a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 78.0 x 52.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches) with a 14.1:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the KX250 measures 107.8 kg (238 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 960 mm (37.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,486 mm (58.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 6.21-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 2007 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
960 mm (37.8 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression14.1:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 52.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI® with 44mm Keihin throttle body and dual injectors
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital CDI
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-disc, hydraulic
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminum perimeter
Rake28.0°
Trail117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front Suspension48mm inverted telescopic coil spring fork with 23-way compression damping and 20-way rebound damping
Front Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak with adjustable dual-range (2 turns high speed / 19-way low-speed) compression damping, adjustable 22-way rebound damping and fully adjustable spring preload
Rear Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Wheelbase1486 mm (58.5 inches)
Ground Clearance345 mm (13.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-21
Rear Tyre110/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc with dual-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Petal disc with single-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
WheelsDunlop MX33 tires
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight103.2 kg (227.6 pounds)
Weight incl.107.8 kg (237.7 pounds)
Seat Height960 mm (37.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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