1988Beta KR 250
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The 1988 Beta KR 250 is a lightweight off-road motorcycle designed for amateur riders and enthusiasts seeking an agile trail bike. Powered by a 239cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 10 horsepower, it excels in technical terrain where its manageable weight and responsive handling shine. Best known as a capable entry-level enduro bike for recreational riding and competition.
- Capacity
- 239.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 116.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 10.0 HP (7.4 kW) @ 7900 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Its combination of a small 239cc air-cooled engine, low top speed, and off-road tire and wheel sizing points to a purpose-built trail or light enduro bike rather than a touring or sport machine.
- Built for
- It has the character of a playful, easy-to-handle small-bore trail bike, more about tossability and low-speed control than outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- This is not a bike for highway touring, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking strong acceleration or high top speed.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 239.0 ccm
- Power
- 10.0 HP (7.4 kW) @ 7900 RPM
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0862 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.8 x 57.5 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 87.0 km/h (54.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1987 | 1988 | 1989 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 239 cc | 239 cc | 239 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 9.5 L | 9.5 L | 9.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Beta KR 250?
The 1988 Beta KR 250 has a Capacity of 239.0 ccm (14.58 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Beta KR 250 have?
The 1988 Beta KR 250 has a Power of 10.0 HP (7.4 kW) @ 7900 RPM.
How many gears does the Beta KR 250 have?
The 1988 Beta KR 250 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Beta KR 250 weigh?
The 1988 Beta KR 250 has a Wet weight of 116.0 kg (255.7 pounds).
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