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==1978== | ==1978== | ||
KX250A4 | KX250A4 | ||
Featured gold-anodized aluminum swingarm and wheel rims. 70 x 64.9mm engine featuring reed valve induction and a 7.6:1 compression ratio. Mikuni VM38SS | Featured gold-anodized aluminum swingarm and wheel rims. 70 x 64.9mm engine featuring reed valve induction and a 7.6:1 compression ratio. Mikuni VM38SS carburetor. Maximum power of 40bhp @ 8,000 RPM. Kayaba front forks. remote reservoir rear shocks with 9in of wheel travel. | ||
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KX250A5 | KX250A5 | ||
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The 2004 Kawasaki KX250F is a 4-stroke motocross motorcyle loaded with a no-nonsense 249cc single-cylinder engine capable to deliver a staggering 43 PS max power, and being suitable for both intermediate and experienced riders. | The 2004 Kawasaki KX250F is a 4-stroke motocross motorcyle loaded with a no-nonsense 249cc single-cylinder engine capable to deliver a staggering 43 PS max power, and being suitable for both intermediate and experienced riders. | ||
This bike comes with lightweight rims and cast | This bike comes with lightweight rims and cast aluminum hubs for complying with the rigors of racing over rough terrain, while the 16-way adjustable forks provide excellent damping on any surface, no matter how hard you hit it. Disc brakes are used for the 2004 Kawasaki KX250F to make sure there is enough stopping force for the most demanding riding styles. | ||
Since the 2004 Kawasaki KX250F is not a street-legal bike, you're supposed to ride it on the tracks or non-public roads/ wilderness trails. | Since the 2004 Kawasaki KX250F is not a street-legal bike, you're supposed to ride it on the tracks or non-public roads/ wilderness trails. | ||
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The good old 2006 Kawasaki KX250F 249cc 4-stroker just got better and can deliver a new level of performance, thanks to its revised carburetor, engine and gearbox. The updated piston, intake valves and polished intake ports make sure the fuel and air mix flow faster and steadily, never letting you down. | The good old 2006 Kawasaki KX250F 249cc 4-stroker just got better and can deliver a new level of performance, thanks to its revised carburetor, engine and gearbox. The updated piston, intake valves and polished intake ports make sure the fuel and air mix flow faster and steadily, never letting you down. | ||
With a new radiator in place, this motocross machine will keep within the optimal working parameters even in long, hard races. The racing-like | With a new radiator in place, this motocross machine will keep within the optimal working parameters even in long, hard races. The racing-like aluminum skidplate is taller in front of the engine to prevent mud from accumulating and cause trouble. | ||
A 16-way adjustable forks provide excellent damping on any surface, no matter how hard you hit it, while the new, adjustable Uni-Trak rear suspension complements it in a spectacularly efficient manner. Petal disc brakes are used to make sure there is enough stopping force for the most demanding riding styles, while their design keeps brakes clean and in good condition during longer races. | A 16-way adjustable forks provide excellent damping on any surface, no matter how hard you hit it, while the new, adjustable Uni-Trak rear suspension complements it in a spectacularly efficient manner. Petal disc brakes are used to make sure there is enough stopping force for the most demanding riding styles, while their design keeps brakes clean and in good condition during longer races. | ||
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[[File:kawasaki-kx250-2009-2009-0.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki KX250F]] | [[File:kawasaki-kx250-2009-2009-0.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki KX250F]] | ||
The 2008 version of the Kawasaki KX250F sports and even slimmer frame made of | The 2008 version of the Kawasaki KX250F sports and even slimmer frame made of aluminum, with revised reinforcement to provide dependable rigidity. To withstand the rigors of motocross racing, the 2009 bike got Showa dual-chamber forks and a redesigned swingarm, while the previous model's rear shock retained the hardware specs, but received upgraded damping characteristics. | ||
A synthetic skidplate was installed, offering the same sturdiness the | A synthetic skidplate was installed, offering the same sturdiness the aluminum one provided but with a lighter design. Wider, serrated footpegs are now in place, to complement other nifty hardware upgrades, such as the factory-style Renthal handlebar and racing-specced petal rotors. If middleweight 4-stroke machines are your game, then the 2008 Kawasaki KX250F is the right toy. | ||
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The new year model comes with a higher-grade radiator, less prone to mud build-up, with a thicker profile which makes reinforcement brackets unnecessary, thus shaving off some weight. The titanium-coated Showa dual-chamber forks and revised rear suspension now offer even better shock damping and eliminate the “kicking” effect. | The new year model comes with a higher-grade radiator, less prone to mud build-up, with a thicker profile which makes reinforcement brackets unnecessary, thus shaving off some weight. The titanium-coated Showa dual-chamber forks and revised rear suspension now offer even better shock damping and eliminate the “kicking” effect. | ||
The synthetic skidplate offers the same sturdiness of the old | The synthetic skidplate offers the same sturdiness of the old aluminum one but with less mass. The 2009 KX250F sports the 2008 wide, serrated footpegs, factory-style Renthal handlebar and racing-specced petal rotors. The slim shrouds offer enhanced riding ergonomics. | ||