| Attribute | Kawasaki KLR 250 2001 × | Kawasaki KL250-G5 Super Sherpa × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2001 | 2001 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Kawasaki |
| Model | Kawasaki KLR 250 | Kawasaki KL250-G5 Super Sherpa |
| Category | Enduro / offroad | Enduro / offroad |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin CVK34 | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 249 | 249 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 72 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 61.2 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | - | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc manual | Wet, Multi-disc, Manual |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | - |
| Compression | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Exhaust system | single steel | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Diameter (mm) | 120 | 183 |
| Frame type | steel | - |
| Front tyre | - | 2.75-21 4PR |
| Rear tyre | - | 4.10-17 4PR |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 230 | 230 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 230 | 186 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,415 | 1,375 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 117 | 113 |
| Seat height (mm) | 855 | 830 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 270 | 270 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 11 | 9 |