Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2008Kawasaki KLX250S
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The 2008 Kawasaki KLX250S is a road-legal enduro bike for trail riders and commuters who want off-road ability. Its liquid-cooled 249cc single makes 21.4 hp through a six-speed gearbox. With a tall 884 mm seat, 135 kg wet weight and a 7.2-litre tank, it is light enough for tight trails and practical for everyday road use.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 118.8 kg
- Seat height
- 884 mm
- Power
- 21.4 HP (15.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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 21 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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- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 21.4 HP (15.7 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1801 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 61.2 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1435 mm
- Overall length
- 2200 mm
- Overall width
- 820 mm
- Overall height
- 1204 mm
- Seat height
- 884 mm
- Dry weight
- 118.8 kg
- Wet weight
- 135.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 295 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with 16-Way Compression Damping Adjustment / 11.2 in.
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak® with Adjustable Preload, 16-Way Compression and Rebound Damping Adjustment / 11.0 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 254 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 231 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.5°
- Trail
- 107 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 100/80-18
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2011 | 2014 | 2018 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg |
| Seat height | 884 mm | 884 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 889 mm | 890 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.2 L | 7.2 L | 7.6 L | 7.6 L | 7.7 L | 7.7 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 KLX250S?
The 2008 Kawasaki KLX250S has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KLX250S have?
The 2008 Kawasaki KLX250S has a Power of 21.4 HP (15.7 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KLX250S have?
The 2008 Kawasaki KLX250S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KLX250S weigh?
The 2008 Kawasaki KLX250S has a Dry weight of 118.8 kg (261.9 pounds).
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