The Kawasaki KLR250 was a lightweight dual-sport bike built from the mid-1980s to the mid-2000s. It used a liquid-cooled 249cc single, offering smooth performance and good off-road ability.
It was popular with riders who wanted a reliable, versatile bike for commuting and trail riding. It was replaced by the KLX250S. Rivals included the Honda XR250L and Yamaha XT250.
| Year | Photo | Engine | Power | Weight | Seat | Fields |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 2004 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 855 mm | 45 |
| 2003 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 855 mm | 45 |
| 2002 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 855 mm | 45 |
| 2001 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 855 mm | 43 |
| 2000 | ![]() |
249 cc | 28 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1999 | ![]() |
249 cc | 28 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1998 | ![]() |
249 cc | 28 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1997 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1996 | ![]() |
249 cc | 23 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1995 | ![]() |
249 cc | 23 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1994 | ![]() |
249 cc | 30 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1993 | ![]() |
249 cc | 23 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |
| 1992 | ![]() |
249 cc | 23 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1991 | ![]() |
249 cc | 23 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1990 | ![]() |
249 cc | 23 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1989 | ![]() |
249 cc | 27 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1988 | ![]() |
249 cc | 27 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1987 | ![]() |
249 cc | 27 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1986 | ![]() |
249 cc | 27 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1985 | ![]() |
249 cc | 27 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 47 |
| 1984 | ![]() |
249 cc | 17 hp | 117 kg | 856 mm | 46 |