| Attribute | Kawasaki KLR 250 1997 × | Yamaha DT 175 2006 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1997 | 2006 |
| Make | Kawasaki | Yamaha |
| Model | Kawasaki KLR 250 | Yamaha DT 175 |
| Category | Enduro / offroad | Enduro / offroad |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. KEIHIN CVK34 | Injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 249 | 171 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | - | 2 |
| Bore (mm) | 74 | 66 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 50 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | - |
| Ignition | CDI | CDI |
| Clutch | Wet, multi disc | - |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | Autolube |
| Compression | 11.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Rear suspension | UNI-TRAK® single-shock system | - |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Front tyre | 3/21-4PR | - |
| Rear tyre | 5/17-4PR | - |
| Trail (mm) | 117 | - |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | 28.5 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,415 | 1,345 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 117 | 100 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,210 | 1,150 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,140 | 2,110 |
| Overall width (mm) | 855 | 855 |
| Seat height (mm) | - | 1 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 270 | 382 |
| Performance | ||
| Reserve fuel capacity (l) | 2 | - |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 11 | - |