Kawasaki KL250G Super Sherpa: history, specs, pictures
The Kawasaki KL 250 Super Sherpa was a Air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Enduro motorcycle produced by Kawasaki in 1999. Max torque was 19.18 ft/lbs (26.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 30.04 HP (22.4 KW) @ 8500 RPM.
Kawasaki KL250 Super Sherpa | |
Manufacturer | |
---|---|
Also called | KL 250 Super Sherpa |
Production | 1997 - 2010 |
Class | Dual-sport |
Predecessor | Kawasaki KL250D |
Engine | Air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
Bore / Stroke | 70.9mm x 70.9mm |
Compression ratio | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 82 mph |
Horsepower | 30.04 HP (22.4 KW) @ 8500RPM |
Torque | 19.18 ft/lbs (26.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM |
Fuel System | Mikuni BST34 Carburetor |
Spark Plug | NGK CR8E `00-04[1] |
Battery | YUASA YXT7L-BS `00-04[1] |
Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
Final Drive | Chain: 520 `00-04[1] |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Swingarm |
Brakes | Front: Single 250mm disc 2 piston caliper Rear: Single 200mm disc 1 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 7.75-21 |
Rear Tire | 4.10-18 |
Wheelbase | 54.09 inches (1374 mm) |
Seat Height | 32.72 inches (831 mm) |
Weight | 113.0 kg (wet) |
Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 70.9mm bore x 70.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 249.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 2.75-21 front tire and a 4.10-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 250mm disc 2 piston caliper in the front and a Single 200mm disc 1 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm. The wheelbase was 54.09 inches (1374 mm) long.
1999 - 2010 Kawasaki KL 250 Super SherpaEdit
This is an excellent dual purpose motorcycle, aimed more towards road use but the low seat height and center of gravity make it excellent for steep off road work. Very soft suspension from the factory, but rear shock is fully adjustable for preload and rebound (although rebound adjustments unfortunately require removal of the shock). I'd suggest new fork springs and heavier fork oil would improve dive in the front under brakes.
1997 KL250-G1Edit
- 249 mL
- 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Air-cooled
- 6-speed, Return Shift
- Color - Pearl Royal Blue (32), Galaxy Silver (F2), Candy Sungod Orange (RK)
- F No. - KL250G-000001
- Engine No. - KL250GE000001
- Parts Catalog No. - 99911-1311-02 & 99911-1311-51
- Owner's Manual No. - 99921-1623-01
- Service Manual No. - 99925-1154-01
1997 KL250-G1AEdit
- 249 mL
- 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Air-cooled
- 6-speed, Return Shift
- Color - Pearl Royal Blue (32)
- F No. - KL250G-000001
- Engine No. - KL250GE000001
- Parts Catalog No. - 99911-1311-02 & 99911-1311-51
- Owner's Manual No. - 99921-1623-01
- Service Manual No. - 99925-1154-01
2000Edit
- 249 mL
- 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Air-cooled
- 6-speed, Return Shift
- Color - Galaxy Silver (F2)
- VIN No. - JKAKLMG1vYA018001
- Engine No. - L250GE000001
- Parts Catalog No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0485
- Owner's Manual No. - 99920-1948-01
- Service Manual No. - 99924-1250-01
2001Edit
- 249 mL
- 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, DOHC, Air-cooled
- 6-speed, Return Shift
- Color - Galaxy Silver (F2)
- VIN No. - JKAKLMG1v1A024001
- Engine No. - KL250GE000001
- Parts Catalog No. - (CA) (US) 99961-0485
- Owner's Manual No. - (US) 99987-1010-01, (CA) 99929-1382-01
- Service Manual No. - 99924-1250-01
2003Edit
In MediaEdit
ReferencesEdit
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.