1979 Kawasaki KX250 Specifications and Specs
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1979 Kawasaki KX250, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
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General Specifications
Engine Type 2-Stroke Reed Valve Single Displacement 249 cc Bore × Stroke 70.0 mm × 64.9 mm Compression Ratio 7.6:1 Maximum Power Not Published Maximum Torque Not Published Carburetor Mikuni VM36SS | Replacement Options Lubrication Premix Fuel Mix Ratio 25:1 | Premix Calculator Ignition Electronic CDI Spark Plug NGK BR8EG Spark Plug Gap Not Published
Transmission
Transmission Type 5-Speed Clutch Wet Multi-Plate Primary Reduction Not Published Final Reduction 13T / 47T Overall Reduction Not Published
Dimensions
Overall Length 2120 mm Overall Width 940 mm Overall Height 1185 mm Wheelbase 1415 mm Ground Clearance 300 mm Fuel Tank Capacity 8.0 L
Bearing Sizes
Bearing Finder
Chassis
Frame Type Steel Single Cradle Caster Angle Not Published Trail Not Published Front Suspension Telescopic Forks | Fork Oil Levels Rear Suspension Twin Shock Swingarm Front Suspension Travel Not Published Rear Suspension Travel Not Published
Brakes & Wheels
Service Data
Spark Plug NGK BR8EG Front Fork Oil (Left) 274 cc Front Fork Oil (Right) 266 cc Main Jet 165-R Chain Type 520 Chain Links 114
250cc Other Specs
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