Engineered by Kawasaki for the cross - motocross motorcycle segment, the 2025 Kawasaki Kx250X utilizes a 249 cc engine layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 78.0 x 52.2 mm with a 14.0:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 945 mm (37.2 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1 mm (0 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.2-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2021 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
945 mm (37.2 in)
Engine
Displacement249 cc
Engine Details249cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 4-valve single
Compression14.0:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 52.2 mm
Fuel SystemFuel injection: ø44 mm x 1, with dual injectors
IgnitionDigital DC-CDI
LubricationForced lubrication, semi-dry sump
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed, return
Final DriveChain
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
Chassis
Frame TypePerimeter, aluminum
Front Suspensionø48 mm inverted fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping / 305 mm (12.0 in)
Rear SuspensionNew Uni Trak with adjustable dual-range (high/low-speed) compression damping, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 307 mm (12.1 in)
Wheelbase1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-21 51M
Rear Tyre110/100-18 64M
Front BrakesSemi-floating ø270 mm petal disc with dual-piston caliper
Rear Brakesø240 mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
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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
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