Specifications

ENGINE
Type 4-stroke, Parallel Twin
Displacement 249cc
Bore and Stroke 62.0 x 41.2 mm
Cooling Liquid
Compression Ratio 11.6:1
Valve System DOHC, 8 valves
Fuel System Two Keihin CVK30 carburetors
Ignition Digital
Lubrication Forced lubrication (wet sump)
DRIVETRAIN
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Transmission 6-speed, with positive neutral finder
Final Drive Sealed Chain
Primary Reduction Ratio 3.087 (71/23)
Gear Ratio: 1st 2.600 (39/15)
Gear Ratio: 2nd 1.789 (34/19)
Gear Ratio: 3rd 1.409 (31/22)
Gear Ratio: 4th 1.160 (29/25)
Gear Ratio: 5th 1.000 (27/27)
Gear Ratio: 6th 0.893 (25/28)
Final Reduction Ratio 3.214 (45/14)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
FRAME
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Type Diamond, high-tensile steel
Wheel Travel: Front 120 mm (4.7 in.)
Tire: Front 110/70-17
Wheel Travel: Rear 130 mm (5.1 in.)
Tire: Rear 130/70-17
Caster (Rake) 26°
Trail 82 mm (3.2 in.)
Steering Angle (Left/Right) 35º/35º
SUSPENSION
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Suspension, Front 37 mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Suspension, Rear Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload
BRAKES
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Front: Type Single 290 mm hydraulic disc
Front: Calipers 2-piston caliper
Rear: Type Single 220 mm petal disc
Rear: Calipers 2-piston caliper
DIMENSIONS
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Overall Length 2,085 mm (82.1 in.)
Overall Width 715 mm (28.1 in.)
Overall Height 1,110 mm (43.7 in.)
Wheelbase 1,400 mm (55.1 in.)
Ground Clearance 130 mm (5.1 in.)
Seat Height 775 mm (30.5 in.)
Curb Mass** 170 kg (375 lbs.)
Fuel Capacity 18 litres (4 gal.)

** Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied)

PERFORMANCE
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Maximum Power‡ 24 kW {32.6 PS} @ 11,000 rpm
Maximum Torque‡ 22 N.m {2.24 kgf.m} @ 9,500 rpm

‡ Power / Torque figures measured at the crankshaft.

DETAILS
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Warranty 12 months warranty
ADDITIONAL COST OPTIONS
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Good Times Protection Plan 24 or 36 months (Kawasaki GTPP coverage begins after the standard limited warranty expires)
MSRP*
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EbonyEX250JBF $4,999
Metallic Imperial BlueEX250JBF $4,999
Pearl White / EbonyEX250JBFA $5,199

* The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price does not include freight, pre-delivery inspection or applicable taxes. The final price is at the discretion of the dealer. Prices and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

The specifications mentioned here apply to and have been achieved by production models under standard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and its performance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied for sale. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available colours may vary by market.

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