Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2012Kawasaki 250TR
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The 2012 Kawasaki 250TR is a dual-sport for riders who want one bike for roads and dirt tracks. Its 249cc air-cooled single makes 25.5 hp and 19 Nm, with a 775 mm seat, a 153 kg wet weight and a 6.6-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 146.0 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It is best suited to light commuting, easy trail exploring, and general utility riding rather than serious performance use.
- Built for
- It has a simple, low-stress, workhorse personality rather than a sporty or thrilling one.
- Not ideal for
- It is not a good fit for riders wanting highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, or aggressive off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Torque
- 19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1747 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 66.0 x 73.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1650 mm
- Overall length
- 2100 mm
- Overall width
- 840 mm
- Overall height
- 1105 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Dry weight
- 146.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 153.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.60 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 160 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-18
Other
- Color options
- Polar solar yellow, Polar white
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 146 kg | 146 kg | 146 kg | 146 kg |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.6 L | 6.6 L | 6.6 L | 6.6 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 Kawasaki 250TR?
The 2012 Kawasaki 250TR has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki 250TR have?
The 2012 Kawasaki 250TR has a Power of 25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki 250TR have?
The 2012 Kawasaki 250TR has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki 250TR?
The 2012 Kawasaki 250TR has a Torque of 19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 14.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki 250TR weigh?
The 2012 Kawasaki 250TR has a Dry weight of 146.0 kg (321.9 pounds).
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