KLR250 FEATURES

249cc 4-Stroke Single Cylinder Engine

Nov. 01, 2005 By ORC STAFF

249cc 4-Stroke Single Cylinder Engine

  • A smooth, reliable and proven design
  • Incorporates many state-of-the-art features
  • Silent cam chain runs quietly, reliably
  • Automatic cam chain tensioner keeps cam timing "spot on" without maintenance

Liquid Cooling

  • Even running temperatures mean no "power fade" on hot days and longer engine life
  • Allows tighter engine clearances for quieter running Automatic fan keeps things cool even in traffic
  • Includes a temperature gauge

Four Valves per Cylinder

  • Boosts low end torque and provides better breathing for more power at high rpm
  • Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today's gasolines
  • Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow

Double Engine Balancers

  • Engine runs smoothly from idle to redline for rider comfort and less fatigue on long rides

KACR

  • Kawasaki Automatic Compression Release ensures quick, easy starts

Capacitor Discharge Ignition with Electronic Advance

  • Delivers a hot spark at the right time no matter what the rpm
  • Fewer moving parts for long, trouble-free life
  • Requires no adjustment or maintenance

Semi-Flat Slide CVK Carburetor

  • Precisely meters fuel for good economy
  • Provides quick throttle response
  • Handlebar-mounted choke makes starting and warm-up easier

Long Travel Suspension

  • Designed to provide a good compromise between the requirements of on and off-road riding

Universal Tires

  • Provide good traction on and off the road

Semi-Double Cradle Frame

  • Made of hi-tech, round section high tensile steel, the same strong yet light-weight metal used in our world-class motocross bikes

Aluminum Skid Plate

  • So you don't have to worry about the engine when the going gets interesting

Detachable Aluminum Rear Sub-Frame

  • Helps keep weight to a minimum and simplifies maintenance by providing better access to the rear shock, air box and carb

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK@ Rear Suspension

  • Lowers the center of gravity for better handling
  • Progressive rate provides a smoother, more controlled ride
  • Features adjustable preload shock absorber with 4-way rebound damping

Ignition Switch Incorporates Steering Lock

  • Easier to secure when parking or storing

Rear Fender Tool Pouch

Extra space for riding accessories

2000 KLR250 SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve single
Displacement 249cc
Bore x Stroke 74.0 x 58. 0 mm
Cooling Liquid
Carburetion Keihin CVK34
Ignition CDI
Transmission 6-speed
Frame Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 28.5 degrees/4.6 in.
Suspension type, front 36mm leading-axle fork
Suspension adjustments, front Air-adjustable hydraulic telescopic fork
Suspension type, rear UNI-TRAK? single shock system
Suspension adjustments, rear adjustable preload and 4-way rebound damping adjustment
Wheel travel, front 9.1 inches
Wheel travel, rear 9.1 inches
Tire, front 3.00 x 21
Tire, rear 4.60x17
Brakes, front/rear Hydraulic disc/drum
Overall length 84.3 in.
Overall width 33.7 in.
Overall height 47.6 in.
Ground clearance 10.6 in.
Seat height 33.7 in.
Dryweight 2581bs.
Fuel capacity 2.9 gal.
Wheelbase 55.7 in.
Color Olive Green


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