Kawasaki KX 250X
Kawasaki KX 250X
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE
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Kawasaki KX 250X vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE Comparison

Overview: KX 250X vs Versys 1000 SE

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 249 cc 1043 cc
Maximum Power - 118 hp

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.2/5
5 reviews
4.5/5
6 reviews
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  • A noticeable step up for off-road racing

    The 2025 Kawasaki KX250X has proven to be a noticeable step up for off-road racing, especially in terms of engine character. This model previously...

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    Damia Sep 01, 2025 for Kawasaki KX 250X

From The Experts

Things we like

Powerful and high-revving 249cc engine

Race-ready X suspension for enhanced off-road performance

Adjustable handle and footpeg positions for customized rider ergonomics

F21"/R18" wheels and off-road tires for optimal traction

Skid plate and side stand for added convenience

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Comfortable ride quality

Great road presence

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Things we don't like

Lack of road-legal hardware prevents road registration

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Looks slightly disproportionate from the rear

Outdated instrument console

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 249 cc 1043 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity 6.2 L 21 L
Compression Ratio 14.1:1 10.3:1
Bore X Stroke 78.0 mm x 52.2 mm 77.0 mm x 56.0 mm
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Disc Wet, Multi-Plate
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine 4 Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Liquid Cooled Engine
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 1 4
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust 4 into 1 into 2 Exhaust
Maximum Power -- 118 hp
Maximum Torque -- 102 Nm
Lubrication System -- Wet Sump
RPM at Maximum Power -- 9000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque -- 7500 rpm
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Dimension

Category Off Road Adventure Touring
Wheel Base 1485 mm 1520 mm
Height 1270 mm 1490 mm
Length 2189 mm 2270 mm
Kerb Weight 103 kg 257 kg
Seat Height 960 mm 840 mm
Ground Clearance 345 mm 150 mm
Seating Capacity 1 2
Width 820 mm 895 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System DC-CDI Digital
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size R19 R17
Front Tyre 80/100 R21 120/70 R17
Rear Tyre 110/90 R19 180/55 R17
Front Wheel Size R21 R17
Tyre Type Radial Runflat

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 Fork
Rear Suspension Uni-Trak Horizontal Back-link

Safety & Security

Pass Switch No Yes
Back Rest No --
Stability Control Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning No Yes
Shutter Lock No --
Riding Modes Off Road Off Road Touring Touring
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No No
ABS -- Yes
Side Reflectors -- Yes
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Console

Navigator No No
Side Stand Indicator No No
Oil Change Indicator No Yes
Tripmeter No Yes
Tachometer No Yes
Odometer -- Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge -- Digital Digital
Speedometer -- Digital Digital
Display Screen -- Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Single Seat Single Seat Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Perimeter Perimeter Diamond Diamond
Side Wings Yes Yes
Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy --
Chrome Garnish Yes --

Electrical

Adjustable Headlights No Yes
Indicator Light No Yes
Head Lamp -- LED LED
Tail Lamp -- LED LED

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Seats No No

Brake

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

Kawasaki KX 250X vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE FAQs

Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between KX 250X vs Versys 1000 SE?

The KX 250X comes with a ground clearance of 345 mm , on the other hand the Versys 1000 SE comes with a ground clearance of 150 mm , hence the Kawasaki KX 250X has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is KX 250X vs Versys 1000 SE dimension size comparison?

The KX 250X dimension are 2189 mm length, 820 mm width, 1270 mm height while the Versys 1000 SE Dimensions are 2270 mm length, 895 mm width, 1490 mm height. Hence, the Versys 1000 SE is more longer, Versys 1000 SE is more wider and Versys 1000 SE is more higher.

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