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1996Kawasaki KLR 250
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The 1996 Kawasaki KLR 250 is a light dual-sport for trails and commuting. Its liquid-cooled 249cc four-stroke single makes 23 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 135 km/h. An 856 mm seat, 134 kg wet weight and 11-litre tank give it a useful range.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 117.0 kg
- Seat height
- 856 mm
- Power
- 23.0 HP (16.9 kW)
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A lightweight dual-sport for trail riding, fire roads, gravel and commuting. Happy on dirt and back lanes, with enough tarmac ability for short road links.
- Built for
- Cheerful, unintimidating and rugged. The liquid-cooled DOHC single revs willingly but stays gentle, rewarding easy exploration rather than speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not for highway distance riders, two-up tourers or anyone wanting speed or sporty tarmac cornering; the small carbureted single runs out of breath quickly.
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
- 23.0 HP (16.9 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1966 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multi disc
Performance
- Top speed
- 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall length
- 2140 mm
- Overall width
- 855 mm
- Overall height
- 1210 mm
- Seat height
- 856 mm
- Dry weight
- 117.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 134.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 270 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum
- Front suspension
- Air adjustable hydraulic telescope fork
- Rear suspension
- UNI-TRAK® single-shock system
- Front wheel travel
- 229 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 229 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.5°
- Trail
- 117 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 212 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 120 mm
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.60-17
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 | 1984 | 1989 | 1995 | 1996 | 2000 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 117 kg |
| Seat height | 856 mm | 856 mm | 856 mm | 856 mm | 856 mm | 856 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KLR 250?
The 1996 Kawasaki KLR 250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLR 250 have?
The 1996 Kawasaki KLR 250 has a Power of 23.0 HP (16.9 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLR 250 have?
The 1996 Kawasaki KLR 250 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KLR 250 weigh?
The 1996 Kawasaki KLR 250 has a Dry weight of 117.0 kg (257.9 pounds).
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