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Kawasaki KH250 (1978-79)

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Kawasaki KH250 (1978-79)

At a glance

Capacity
249 cc / 15.2 cu-in
Power
28 hp @7500 rpm
Torque
2.7 kgf-m / @ 7000 rpm

The full picture.

The Kawasaki KH 250 is a two-stroke, transverse three-cylinder motorcycle with a capacity of 249cc and a compression ratio of 7.5:1. It features three Mikuni VM22SC, 22mm carburetors and CDI ignition, with a maximum power output of 28 horsepower at 7500 rpm and maximum torque of 2.7 kgf-m at 7000 rpm. The five-speed transmission and chain final drive enable smooth power delivery to the rear tyre. The motorcycle has a double tubular steel cradle frame with telescopic hydraulic forks and dual shocks, swingarm rear suspension. It also comes with front and rear drum brakes, with front and rear tyre sizes of 3.25-18 and 3.50-18, respectively. The motorcycle is 2020mm in length, 820mm in width, and has a wheelbase of 1374mm, with a ground clearance of 152mm. It has a dry weight of 157kg and a fuel capacity of 14 litres. The KH 250 has an average consumption of 43 mpg, a standing 1/4 mile of 15.8 seconds, and a top speed of 90 mph. Overall, the Kawasaki KH 250 is a well-built motorcycle that delivers decent power and handling in a lightweight package.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki KH 250

Motorcycle technical specifications
Year1978 – 79
EngineTwo stroke, transverse three cylinder,
Capacity249 cc / 15.2 cu-in
Bore x Stroke45 52.3 mm
Cooling SystemAir cooled
Compression Ratio7.5:1
Induction3x Mikuni VM22SC, 22 mm carburetor
IgnitionCDI
StartingKick
Max Power28 hp @7500 rpm
Max Torque2.7 kgf-m / @ 7000 rpm
Transmission5 Speed
Final DriveChain
FrameDouble tubular steel cradle
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic forks
Rear SuspensionDual shocks, swingarm
Front Brakes180mm Drum
Rear Brakes180mm Drum
Front Tyre3.25-18
Rear Tyre3.50-18
DimensionsLength 2020 mm / 79.5 in Width 820 mm / 32.3 in
Wheelbase1374 mm / 54.1 in
Ground Clearance152 mm / 6.0 in
Dry Weight /157 kg / 348 lbs
Fuel Capacity14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
Consumption Average43 mpg
Standing 1/4 Mile15.8 sec
Top Speed90 mph