Kawasaki has
succeeded in making the KX250 even better for 2006 by fine tuning the
engine, suspension and brakes.
To make this 250
quieter, the 249cc, liquid-cooled, two-stroke engine features a new
piston profile, while a longer, wider silencer ensures the KX250 meets
modern noise emission standards. Plus, the silencer's all-new,
long-fiber packing is more durable and requires less maintenance. And to
keep the KX250 at the best-possible temperature, a new water pump
impeller increases coolant circulation.
Changes to the
KX250's chassis include a strong, lightweight Renthal aluminum
handlebar, and the rear shock now features dual compression
adjustability so riders have more tuning options for both low-speed and
high-speed compression damping. Up front, the Kayaba AOS fork has a new,
one-piece sleeve to improve suspension action at full compression.
For 2006, the
KX250 has even stronger stopping power. The new petal-style disc brakes
are not only lighter, but their shape helps to clean the brake pads for
more efficient braking performance.
The KX250 also
features a new look for 2006, new graphics and a new, two-tone seat.
Kawasaki offers optional parts for the KX250, including carburetor
tuning parts, ignition rotors, a larger countershaft sprocket, aluminum
and steel rear sprockets, solid brake discs for wet racing conditions
and a 20-inch front wheel.
FEATURES
Engine
- New piston profile helps to reduce mechanical noise
- Copper-plated steel washer improves cylinder head's sealing
performance
- KIPS® power valve O-ring offers improved sealing performance
- New reed valve stopper features new shape to improve low-rpm response
-
revised shape improves scavenging efficiency by facilitating
airflow through the
third scavenging port
- New water-pump impeller increases coolant circulation for improved
high-rpm
and over-rev performance
- Primary gear is now secured using a key and lock-nut to help reduce
mechanical noise
- New kickstart lever has revised shape and mounting angle for improved
durability
- New silencer is slightly wider and nearly two inches longer to ensure
the KX250
meets stricter noise emission standards
- New long-fiber silencer packing is more durable and requires less
maintenance
Chassis
- Renthal aluminum handlebar is strong
and lightweight
- Front and rear petal disc brakes help to
reduce unsprung weight
- Petal-shaped discs help to clean the
brake pads for more efficient braking
performance
- Rear shock now features dual
compression adjustability so riders have
more tuning options for both low-speed
and high-speed compression damping
- Fine-tuning to the Kayaba AOS (Air-Oil-
Separate) fork via a new one-piece plastic sleeve inside the
fork inner tubes improves
suspension action at full compression
New Styling
- Kawasaki Lime Green and black graphics are matched by a two-tone seat
Options
- Carburetor tuning parts
- Different inertia magneto rotors
- Larger countershaft sprocket
- 20-inch front wheel
- Solid brake discs for wet racing conditions
- Aluminum and steel rear sprockets
- Optional fork and shock springs
- Steel spoke nipples
- Front and rear wheel assemblies
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Two-stroke single with KIPS®
Displacement: 249cc
Bore x stroke: 66.4 x 72.0mm
Cooling: Liquid
Carburetion: Keihin PWK38S with Power Jet
Induction: Piston reed valve
Compression ratio: 10.5 (low speed) - 9.1 (high speed):1
Ignition: Digital CDI
Transmission: Five-speed
Final drive: Chain
Frame: Perimeter style, high-tensile steel with aluminum subframe
Rake / trail: 26 degrees / 4.1 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 48mm inverted cartridge-type telescopic
fork with 16-way compression and rebound damping / 11.8 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: UNI-TRAK® linkage system with 18-way
low-speed compression and 2-turn high-speed compression damping, plus
16-way rebound damping and fully adjustable spring preload / 12.2 in.
Front tire: 80/100-21 51M
Rear tire: 110/90-19 62M
Front brake: Single semi-floating 250mm petal disc with dual-piston
caliper
Rear brake: Single 240mm petal disc with single-piston caliper
Overall length: 86.0 in.
Overall width: 32.1 in.
Overall height: 49.8 in.
Ground clearance: 13.4 in.
Seat height: 38.0 in.
Dry weight: 213.9 lbs.
Wheel base: 58.3 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.2 gal.
Color: Kawasaki Lime Green / Black
MSRP: TBA
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