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
Lubrication Premix
Fuel Mix Ratio 25:1
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
Chassis
Frame Type Steel Single Cradle
Caster Angle Not Published
Trail Not Published
Front Suspension Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension Twin Shock Swingarm
Front Suspension Travel Not Published
Rear Suspension Travel Not Published
Brakes & Wheels
Front Tire 80/100-21 Tubed
Rear Tire 110/100-18 Tubed
Front Brake Drum
Rear Brake Drum
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
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