Kawasaki KL 250 (1980-81)

The Kawasaki KL 250 is a four-stroke single-cylinder motorcycle with a capacity of 246 cc and a compression ratio of 8.9:1. The bike has a maximum power of 21 hp at 8500 rpm and a max torque of 2 kgf-m at 6500 rpm. The transmission is 5 speed with a final drive of a chain. The KL 250 has a front suspension of telescopic forks and dual shocks for the rear suspension. It has drum brakes for both the front and rear wheels. The dry weight of the bike is 116 kg/255.7 lbs with a fuel capacity of 10 litres/2.6 US gal. The fuel consumption average for this motorcycle is 78 mpg. It has a standing 1/4 mile time of 16.9 seconds and a top speed of 119 km/h or 74 mph. The KL 250 has been a part of Bike magazine’s 1978 group test.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki KL 250

Year: 1980 – 81

Engine: Four stroke single cylinder. SOHC, 2 Valve

Capacity: 246 cc / 15.0 cu-in

Bore x Stroke: 70 64 mm

Cooling System: Air cooled

Compression Ratio: 8.9:1

Induction: Carburetor

Ignition:

Starting: Kick

Max Power: 21 hp / 15.6 kW @ 8500 rpm

Max Torque: 2 kgf-m / 14.4 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm

Transmission: 5 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Front Suspension: Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension: Dual shocks

Front Brakes: Drum

Rear Brakes: Drum

Front Tyre: 3.00-21

Rear Tyre: 4.00-17

Dry Weight: 116 kg / 255.7 lbs

Dry Weight: 140 kg / 308 . lbs

Fuel Capacity: 10 Litres / 2.6 US gal

Consumption Average: 78 mpg

Standing 1/4 Mile: 16.9 sec

Top Speed: 119 km/h / 74 mph

Road Test: Bike magazine Group Test 1978