249 cc four-stroke single cylinder. The KLX also has a low 34.8-inch seat height and short 54.3-inch wheelbase. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 21.46 HP (15.7 kW)) @ 7500 RPM and a maximum torque of 20.50 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM . The KLX is good mount for such malarkey, offering willing power delivery and a lithe feel. Even though the WR250R has not changed over the years, its price tag has crept up to its current $6699 MSRP. With full-size wheels and tires, confidently tackle off-road trails, while also comfortably cruising the pavement with ease. Get things started with the push of a button and enjoy the crisp, responsive power on the street or the trails. But the KLX is now fuel injected, and youll piss away the $200 (and probably a lot more) you saved buying the Honda on making the suspension functional (unless youre Pedrosa), meaning the KLXs adjustable suspension (with cartridge fork!) Total Motorcycle is my pride and joy and being able to reach out 375 million people has been incredible but I could not have done it without the support of my visitors, readers and members, thank you so much! Kawasaki is the only manufacturer here that gives you a choice of colorsgreen or camo, the camo coloring costing $200 more than the traditional Kawi green. Despite giving away up to a two of inches of wheel travel to the other two bikes, the XT isnt afraid of rough roads and tricky trails and handles them quite well, even at speed. Copyright 2023 Steahly Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Not the case with the KLX: loose gravel, mud, hard-packed dirt, even dust covered roller rocks are all managed with minimal drama. This is not to say that the KLX is bad, but there are a few details that dont stack up as nicely to the competition. There are no surprises when the dirt ends and its time to ride homethe digi-camo bike is equally capable on pavement and dirt (and probably the green one too). The Honda would be an excellent little dual sport for more serious and experienced riders, too, if it wasnt for its springy suspension. You can offer or request second-hand parts and equipment as a privat person. parts, fluids. Ive made my personal dont give a fuck stance very clear by buying the heaviest 250 dual-sport, but for those of you more concerned about poundage, the KLX tips the scales at 304.3 poundsalmost ten pounds more than the WR, and about thirteen pounds less than the CRF. Fishs is a Rally, after all, and Surjs is better anyway. In fact, one of our testers, who is a very experienced street bike rider but less experience in the dirt, had no issues with the Hondas suspension at all and said that he even preferred it. That planted a seed that grew into a well-rounded appreciation of all things mechanical, and eventually, into a formal education of same. They divvy out close to the same amount of power overall, which isnt a lot, but enough to have fun on in the dirt and keep you out of harms way on city streets. If you are currently subscribed, check your email for a secure link. 20.6 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000. Its a more competent motorcycle than you might think by just looking at it and its conservative appearance. 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And, as mentioned, their MSRPs are comparable. There's a grab strap at the intended break between the rider's and passenger's area and a slight rise up the subframe to the rear of the seat, but otherwise the rider is free to shift weight fore and aft on the seat for technical work. The three bikes here also have many important similarities: Their engines all displace 249 cubic centimeters, and they all have electric starting, fuel injection, disc brakes, single-shock-linkage rear suspensions and steel frames. The KLX rules the roost here. It was, and still is, a much more capable motorcycle of the three when ridden aggressively over rough terrain. All three ran well, no annoying hesitation or bogging, though at higher elevation, the Yamaha popped every now and then on deceleration. Both Fish and I have added aftermarket tanks to our 250LsI used an IMS tank, and he used a Camel Tank, which is kinda ingenious. The back half of the KLX features 16-way compression and rebound adjustability in addition to the usual preload. It responds more quickly to rpm changes for betterresponse and power when you need it. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Rebound damping: 20-way. Receive the latest news, special offers and exclusives. The KLX offers reasonable road manners, and its mixed-use Dunlops do a great job both in town and on the highway. Enter your email address so that we can find your existing information. 249cc DOHC fuel-injected four-stroke engine of the KLX250 motorcycle delivers smooth, responsive power and offers easy starting and consistent performance. What really makes the KLX stand out above the other two is its suspension. The suspension is quite good, too, but suffers the same issues as the CRF250Lits quite soft and bottoms easily as soon as the pace picks up. 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Air mixed into the oil results in inconsistent damping. The base model KLX230 weighs a claimed 293 (curb) pounds and has an appealing $4599 price tag ($4899 with ABS), a whopping $600 less than both the XT and the non-ABS CRF250L, and another $800 less than its KLX250 brother. Sorry, cannot submit. On paper, its harder to choose the Honda now (although smart folks know that Hondas seldom look as good on paper as they perform in the real world). Good thing too since the liquid-cooled engine has a tendency to be a bit cold-blooded, even in moderate ambient air temperatures, thanks to its pair of high-capacity Denso radiators. Kawasaki KLX250S discussion group. My time on our 2018 KLX250 began in front of Maxs lens, on some amazing property owned by friends of his. Period. The Honda and Yamaha share the same MSRP at $5199, though the Hondas ABS-fitted option (which we tested) checks in at $5499. This replaces the heavy old cast-iron sleeves, and is applied directly to the aluminum bore for considerable weight savings. This versatile dual-purpose motorcycle delivers serious on and off-road riding performance that appeals to riders of various skill levels, and provides a superior ride for confidently navigating through city streets, twisty roads and tackling off-road trails with ease. Depending on the model application, cartridge forks may have compression damping adjustment or both compression and rebound damping adjustment.Benefits:The cartridge design provides damping control necessary for high performance motorcycles and allows for the addition of damping adjustment. Honda slips even further at the rear end even if suspension travel falls out at 9.8 inches up front and 9.4 inches out back, and a smaller, 220 mm rear brake disc. Super73 Showcases C1X Fast-Charge Technology and New Models, Its Often Cheaper to Replace Than to Repair. Supporting over Motorcyclists and Motorcycling for 23 great years. Receive the latest news, special offers and exclusives. They both have water-cooled DOHC four-valve engines, six-speed transmissions, inverted forks and have similar chassis dimensions in wheelbase, seat height and wheel travel, whereas the Yamaha has an air-cooled SOHC two-valve engine with a five-speed gearbox, conventional forks, a shorter wheelbase, shorter seat height and less wheel travel. Riding The Completely New 2020 Indian Motorcycle Challenger, 2020 Triumph Street Triple RS First Ride Review, 2020 Harley Road Glide Limited First Ride, 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 And YZF-R1M First Ride Review, Super73 Showcases C1X Fast-Charge Technology and New Models, Its Often Cheaper to Replace Than to Repair. Stopping to not only kill the motor, but turn the ignition off and back on again, seemed to allow it to readjust. Fueling is nothing short of perfect, with nary a hint of flat spots to be found, although I did perceive an almost dual powerband: a very pleasant wave of torque down low that mellows before a finishing touch of peaky power up high. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. , Your email address will not be published. Like the CRF250L, ABS is offered as an option. Never ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Required fields are marked *. Up on the bars, the switchgear lacks the rounded edges of the Hondas, and seem slightly less robust in design and action. Compare models, find your local dealer & get a quote. It also puts more power to the ground. The shock absorber is centrally located low in the frame, improving mass centralization and lowering the machines center of gravity. An Octane Media, LLC Publication. Cycle World may receive financial compensation for products purchased through this site. Kickin ass ever since. All the Japanese 250 dual-sports have pretty small tanks. But it also feels thinner between your legs. And not only all this, but its also a looker! What the KLX250 offers is still a new-rider-friendly mount that borrows from the KX line for dirt capability with long suspension travel, high ground clearance, and large-diameter tires, but this has a slightly-shorter-than-dirt-bike seat height at 35 inches. Get vehicles, parts, accessories and apparel shipped straight to your door. see you around the campfire . DIGITAL CAPACITOR DISCHARGE IGNITIONFeatures:Digital CDI features a computer chip that dictates spark advance. An Octane Media, LLC Publication. KLX250 motorcycles are among the most capable mid-size motorcycles in the dual-purpose category, featuring a light curb weight and ample ground clearance. The independent moto-journalism your mother warned you about. In a world where every bike I ride seems to be sprung for someone lighter than me, the KLXs rear spring rate had no issues with my body or the terrain I subjected it to. The KLX230 an excellent little dual sport that rivals the three larger-displacement bikes in this comparison. This story originally appeared in our August 2018 issue, which you can read in all its original high-res glory here. Im 6 tall with a 34 inseam, and thus usually unaffected by seat height. It wont throw copious roost and wheelie on power alone, but the counterbalanced single is tractable and smooth throughout its rev range, delivering friendly and useful power that lets you concentrate on controlling the bike rather than your right hand. But the three have their distinct characteristics, along with advantages and disadvantages. Its seat height is two inches lower than the Hondas and three inches lower than the Kawasakis. At least the color is the same). Im not much of a dirt rider. 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