Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2017Kawasaki KLX250
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The 2017 Kawasaki KLX250 is a versatile dual-sport motorcycle designed for riders seeking adventure both on and off-road. Its lightweight chassis, adjustable suspension with 255mm front and 230mm rear travel, and aggressive tread tires make it ideal for trail exploration and beginner-friendly terrain conquering. Known for reliability and accessible performance, the KLX250 excels as an entry-level adventure bike for aspiring riders.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 117.0 kg
- Seat height
- 890 mm
- Power
- 21.5 HP (15.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki KLX250
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | 43 mm upside-down telescopic fork | 43 mm inverted telescopic fork 16-way |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Dual-piston |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Single-piston |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a dual-sport/enduro machine for trail riding and light off-road exploration, with occasional street use.
- Built for
- A nimble, low-stress trail bike that rewards playful, momentum-based riding rather than outright speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained highway touring, high top speed, or a plush two-up passenger experience.
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
- 21.5 HP (15.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Torque
- 20.5 Nm (2.1 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1838 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 61.2 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Performance
- Top speed
- 118.0 km/h (73.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1430 mm
- Overall length
- 2200 mm
- Overall width
- 820 mm
- Overall height
- 1205 mm
- Seat height
- 890 mm
- Dry weight
- 117.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 138.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 285 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted telescopic fork 16-way
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak. Compression damping: 20-way. Rebound damping: 20-way. Spring preload: Fully adjustable.
- Front wheel travel
- 255 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 230 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.6°
- Trail
- 106 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Dual-piston
- Front brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.60-18
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green
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 | 2001 | 2006 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 117 kg | 117 kg | 117 kg | 117 kg | 117 kg | — |
| Seat height | 885 mm | 885 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm | 890 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.7 L | 7.7 L | 7.7 L | 7.6 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 KLX250?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX250 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX250 has a Power of 21.5 HP (15.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX250 have?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX250 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki KLX250?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX250 has a Torque of 20.5 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX250 weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki KLX250 has a Dry weight of 117.0 kg (257.9 pounds).
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