Kawasaki Motors have announced that the highly anticipated lighter, faster, slimmer and better handling Kawasaki KX250F has been released and is now available through Kawasaki dealerships. See our full 2017 Kawasaki KX250F test here.

The new 2017 Kawasaki KX250F offers an even more powerful 249 cm³ liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single cylinder engine, a significant overall reduction in weight and class leading ergonomics, making this model the fastest KX250F yet. In fact, the new model gets around the track 1.6 seconds quicker* than its predecessor, holding true to the KX philosophy of building champions and placing mid to expert riders on the top step of the podium.

2017 Kawasaki KX250F Bike Review Stat (8)Key updates include:
• 1.7 kg lighter overall enabling quicker handling (weighs only 104.5kg).
• New, lighter weight engine that benefits from factory style tuning to provide even more power and faster lap times.
• Narrower and lighter aluminium frame with revised rigidity contributes to greater front-end feel while incorporating the benefits of the proven KX450F swingarm.
• Revised radiator orientation allows for slimmer shrouds, combined with an even flatter seat and tank to make for easier body positioning.
• Improved Uni-Trak rear suspension boosts rear-end feedback.
• Enhanced Race ready Separate Function front Fork (SFF) provides greater stability over braking bumps and through corners.
• Aggressive new factory styling featuring in-mould graphics.

2017 Kawasaki KX250F Bike Review Det (1)Engine:
• Downdraft-style intake routing – new downstream injector now dispenses its 75 μm particles from 8 holes (previously 4), improving cylinder-filling efficiency and contributing to increased engine power.
• Reduced mechanical loss care of an offset cylinder, plateau honing and use of journal bearings instead of a needle bearing for the connecting rod big-end.
• A more upright engine orientation (14° forward >> 7° forward) and a repositioned intake duct allow an even straighter approach for intake air.
• Lightest piston in its class, contributes to increased engine performance. Coating and striation on the pistons outer surface ensures exceptional wear resistance and oil retention for minimal sliding friction.
• Crank web design results in reduced engine vibration, smoother power delivery and increased performance in the mid-high rpm range.
• Revised rigidity for the shift fork delivers an improved shift touch.

Existing class leading features:
• Proven launch control system
• Adjustable foot peg and handlebar positioning
• Large 270mm front disc brakes
• Easy engine tuning with KX FI couplers and genuine KX Calibration Kit accessory

Colour: Lime Green with factory-style graphics
RRP: $10,499
Availability: Now available through Kawasaki dealerships

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