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2013Kawasaki 250TR

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The 2013 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) @ 7600 RPM
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What’s new for the 2013 Kawasaki 250TR

vs the 2012
Spec20122013
Power 25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7500 RPM 25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7600 RPM
Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 19Agility 64Comfort 45Off-road 45Touring 30Road manners 50
Off-road & trail45%
Cornering40%
City riding60%
Daily riding55%
Touring30%
Two-up30%
Track10%
Best for
Built to be ridden on the road and on dirt tracks, making it a versatile do-it-all machine.
Built for
A dual-sport from Kawasaki with a 249cc engine; its character is versatile and engaging, with 26 hp on tap.
Not ideal for
Not for riders wanting high-speed motorway comfort or track performance.

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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At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 Kawasaki 250TR, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
249.0 ccm
Power
25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7600 RPM
CO2 Emissions
57 CO2 g/km
Torque
19.0 Nm (1.9 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption
2.40 litres/100 km (41.7 km/l)
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
Comments
Model sold in Japan.

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 2011201220132014
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 2013 Kawasaki 250TR has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki 250TR have?

The 2013 Kawasaki 250TR has a Power of 25.5 HP (18.8 kW) @ 7600 RPM.

How many gears does the Kawasaki 250TR have?

The 2013 Kawasaki 250TR has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki 250TR?

The 2013 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 2013 Kawasaki 250TR has a Dry weight of 146.0 kg (321.9 pounds).

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