2023 Kawasaki KX 250, New Motorcycles • Motocross

Giving Kawasaki more Supercross and Motocross championships than any other manufacturer, the KX™ name is synonymous with winning. The KX™250 motorcycle is the championship-proven machine built so you can ‘Be Next'. Be the next champion. Be the next hero. Be the next legend. Be the next trailblazer for an entire generation of greatness. On the KX™250, your time is now.

Features

AGILE HANDLING

BUILT FOR AGILITY: The KX™250 motorcycle features an evolution of the KX™450 motorcycle's lightweight aluminum perimeter frame and swingarm, race-ready suspension, and powerful brakes.

LIGHT & NIMBLE: The lightweight aluminum perimeter frame contributes to the KX™250's quick handling, confidence inspiring stability, and slim ergonomics.

SMOOTH RIDE: A high-performance KYB 48mm inverted coil-spring fork handles suspension duties up front while the large diameter inner tubes and large 25mm damping pistons deliver smooth action and firm damping. For 2023, the front and rear suspension settings have been revised contributing to improved cornering -- a more planted feel upon corner entry and improved performance at the exit of the corner for stronger acceleration.

TRACTION IS KEY: Dunlop MX33 tires offer increased traction to match the engine’s increased power. Stay grounded with a wider 110/90-19 rear tire that contributes to a greater planted feeling and increased rear wheel traction. An oversized 270mm front disc contributes to strong front brake force and a high level of control and the 240mm diameter rear disc offers performance for controllability and total riding confidence.

MORE POWER

TAKE THE LEAD: For 2023, thanks to an updated engine, the most powerful KX™250 to date was achieved, increasing performance at all rpm. Complementing the improved power of the 249cc 4-stroke engine is the racer-friendly gearing, revised suspension settings, and tires that offer improved handling when cornering. Together, these updates result in quicker lap times that make the KX™250 motorcycle an even more potent weapon on the racetrack.

START STRONG. FINISH STRONG.: Tuned for race-experienced riders, a high rev limit and stronger performance across the entire rev-range translates to quicker lap times and better holeshot performance.

PEAK PERFORMANCE: The downdraft-style intake layout, intake valves, and piston deliver increased cylinder-filling efficiency and improved combustion for increased peak performance.

POWER. DELIVERED.: In addition to increased performance, a racer-friendly power delivery was achieved by increasing the moment of inertia in the magneto rotor. Riders will also benefit from lighter clutch operation thanks to the clutch pushrod.

POWER THROUGH: Advanced ignition timing was developed to complement the engine changes made to the KX™250