Kawasaki KX 250 vs Kawasaki KX85-D Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Potent 249cc engine for robust power. Factory-style launch control enhances starts. A lightweight aluminium perimeter frame boosts agility. Adjustable ergonomics for a rider-friendly experience. Off-road dominance with race-ready features. Read More	Nimble handling Spirited performance Read More
Things we don't like	Lack of road-legal hardware. Limited color options (Lime Green only). Read More	Ergonomically tight for tall riders Stiff ride quality Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	249 cc	84 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity	6.2 L	5.0 L
Compression Ratio	14.1:1	10.9:1
Bore X Stroke	78.0 mm x 52.2 mm	48.5 mm x 45.8 mm
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Disc	Wet, Multi-Plate
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine	Single Engine, Liquid-Cooled, 2-Stroke, Single Piston Reed Valve with KIPS
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	--
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	2-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder	4	2
Valve Configuration	DOHC	OHC
No. Of Cylinder	1	1
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	Single Exhaust
Lubrication System	--	Pre-Mix

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Dimension

Category	Off Road	Off Road
Wheel Base	1485 mm	1310 mm
Height	1270 mm	1150 mm
Length	2189 mm	1920 mm
Kerb Weight	103 kg	77 kg
Seat Height	960 mm	870 mm
Ground Clearance	345 mm	330 mm
Seating Capacity	1	1
Width	820 mm	765 mm

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	DC-CDI	Digital, CDI
Start Option	Electric	Kick
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Supply System	--	Carburetor

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size	R19	R16
Front Tyre	80/100 R21	70/100 R19
Rear Tyre	110/90 R19	90/100 R16
Front Wheel Size	R21	R19
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box	5-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual

Electrical

Range City	No	--
Range Highway	No	--
Battery Charge Time	No	--
Pack Life	No	--
Power Pack	No	--
Pack Capacity	No	--
Pack Voltage	No	--
Motor Type	No	--
Charger Type	No	--
Input	No	--
Battery Voltage	12 V	12 V

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Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Inverted Fork	Inverted Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension	Uni-Trak	Uni Trak

Safety & Security

Pass Switch	No	No
Back Rest	No	No
Stability Control	Yes	No
Traction Control	Yes	No
Engine Check Warning	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	No
Riding Modes	Off Road Off Road	Off Road Off Road
Leg Guards	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
ABS	--	No
Engine Immobilizer	--	No
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	No
Central Locking	--	No
Wheel Lock Front/back	--	No
Side Reflectors	--	No

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Console

Navigator	No	No
Side Stand Indicator	No	No
Oil Change Indicator	No	No
Tripmeter	No	No
Tachometer	No	No
Odometer	--	No
Fuel Gauge	--	No
Display Screen	--	No
Speedometer	--	No

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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type	Single Seat Single Seat	Single Seat Single Seat
Body Frame Type	Perimeter Perimeter	Perimeter Perimeter
Side Wings	Yes	Yes
Body Frame Material	Alloy Alloy	Steel Steel
Chrome Garnish	Yes	No
Electronic Suspension Adjustment	--	No

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Electrical

Adjustable Headlights	No	No
Indicator Light	No	No
Tail Lamp	--	No
Accessory Outlet	--	No
Head Lamp	--	No

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Seats	No	No

Brake

Rear Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc
Front Brake	Disc Disc	Disc Disc