1984 Kawasaki KDX250 Specifications and Specs
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1984 Kawasaki KDX250, 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.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 2-stroke reed valve |
| Displacement | 249 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 69.0 × 66.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 |
| Maximum Power | 24.5 kW (33 hp) |
| Maximum Torque | |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM34SS |
| Lubrication | Premix |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | 32:1 |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Spark Plug | NGK BR8ES |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6–0.7 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 6-speed constant mesh |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 3.000 |
| Final Reduction | 3.692 (48/13) |
| Overall Reduction | |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2185 mm |
| Overall Width | 895 mm |
| Overall Height | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1480 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12.5 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Single cradle steel |
| Caster Angle | 28° |
| Trail | 120 mm |
| Front Suspension | Kayaba telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Uni-Trak monoshock |
| Front Suspension Travel | 280 mm |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 300 mm |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear Tire | 4.60-18 |
| Front Brake | Single hydraulic disc |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
250cc Other Specs
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