KX250

~~WAS $14,495~~ NOW $12,995

EVEN MORE POWERFUL KX250

In the over 40 years since the brand was launched, the KX design philosophy – to put mid-level to expert riders on the top step of the podium – has remained unchanged.

The philosophy has served Kawasaki well: in the extremely competitive 4-stroke 250cc class Kawasaki race machines have helped capture the most AMA Supercross and Motocross titles. After benefitting from major updates in 2020 and 2021, further revisions for the 2023 KX250 resulted in significantly increased performance.

Engine updates deliver increased performance at all rpm, while new tyres and revised suspension settings offer improved handling when cornering. The resultant quicker lap times make the KX250 an even more potent track weapon.

NEW FOR 2023 MODEL YEAR

NEW increased engine performance across rev-range
NEW racer-friendly gearing
NEW wider footpeg design
REVISED Coned Disc-Spring Hydraulic Clutch

FEATURES

LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINIUM PERIMETER FRAME

New KX450-based frame contributes to the KX250’s light weight, light handling, and slim ergonomics. Along with the new swingarm (also from the KX450), the new frame offers improved handling and increased rear wheel traction.

INCREASED ENGINE PERFORMANCE

Stronger performance across the rev-range translates to quicker lap times and better holeshot performance.

Downdraft-style intake duct is straighter, and the upstream injector is repositioned from above to below the duct. These changes further contribute to increased cylinder-filling efficiency, which adds to peak performance.

HYDRAULIC CLUTCH

Like the KX450, a hydraulic clutch offers direct feel and light lever action. Less play as the clutch heats up during heavy use results in more consistent feeling. The use of coned-disc springs contributes to lighter clutch actuation when the lever has been pulled in, and a wider clutch engagement range, which facilitates control (especially when half-clutching). Friction plates with offset (slightly rotated) segments promote clean separation of the discs and help to reduce drag when the clutch is pulled in.

WIDE-STYLE FOOTPEGS

Revised footpeg design is 5 mm wider (front-to-rear) and positioned 3 mm
rearward, offering excellent grip, superb feel, and making it easier to weight the pegs.

NEW TYRE PATTERN, LARGER REAR TYRE

Dunlop MX33 tyres offer increased traction to match the engine’s increased power.

Wider 110/90-19 rear tyre (previously 100/90-19) contributes to increased rear wheel traction as well as a greater planted feeling.

SUSPENSION FINR-TUNING

Front and rear suspension setting updates contribute to improved cornering. On corner entry, greater front-end feedback contributes to a more planted feel.

Increased ground-holding performance makes it easier to hold a chosen line through the corner. After exiting the corner, revised rear suspension settings contribute to stronger acceleration.

COLOURS AVAILABLE

SPECIFICATIONS

POWER CAPABILITY DETAILS


ENGINE	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single
DISPLACEMENT	249cc
BORE & STROKE	78.0 x 52.2mm
COMPRESSION RATIO	14.1:1
FUEL SYSTEM	Fuel injection (ø44 x 1)
IGNITION	Digital DC-CDI
TRANSMISSION	5-speed, return
STARTING SYSTEM	Electric
CLUTCH	Wet multi-disc, manual


FRONT SUSPENSION	ø48 mm inverted telescopic fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping
REAR SUSPENSION	New Uni Trak with adjustable dual-range (high/lowspeed) compression damping, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable preload
FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL	314mm
REAR WHEEL TRAVEL	316mm
FRONT TYRE	80/100-21 51M
REAR TYRE	100/90-19 57M
FRONT BRAKES	Single semi-floating ø270 mm petal disc with dual-piston caliper (Effective diameter: ø241 mm)
REAR BRAKES	Single ø240 mm petal disc with single-piston caliper (Effective diameter: ø215 mm)


FRAME TYPE	Perimeter, aluminium
RAKE/TRAIL	28° / 118mm
LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT	2,180 x 820 x 1,265mm
WHEELBASE	1,485mm
FUEL CAPACITY	6.2 L
SEAT HEIGHT	950mm
CURB MASS	107.5kg