Kawasaki KLX250S 2015 Owner's manual
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GENERAL INFORMATION j
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE j
SAFE OPERATION j
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT j
STORAGE j
Whenever you see the symbols
shown below, heed their instructions!
Always follow safe operating a nd maintenance practices.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practicesnotrelatedtopersonalinjury.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious in-
jury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTE
NOTE indicates information that may
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help or guide you in the operation or
service of the vehicle.
NOTICE
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN
MANUFACTURED FOR USE IN A
REASONABLE AND PRUDENT
MANNER BY A QUALIFIED OPERATOR AND AS A VEHICL E
ONLY.
TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM
PROHIBITED
Owners are warned that the law may prohibit:
(a) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes
of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design
incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to
its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; and
(b) The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been
removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki motorcycle. Your new motorcycle is the product of Kawasaki’s advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,
and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance.
Please read this Owner ’s Manual carefully before riding so that you will be
thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your motorcycle’s controls, its features, c apabilities, and limita tio ns. This manual offers many safe riding tips, but its
purpose is not to provide instruction in all the techniques and skills required to ride
a motorcycle safely. Kawasaki strongly recommends that all operators of this vehicle enroll in a motorcycle rider training p ro gram to attain awareness of the mental
and physical requirements necessary for safe motorcycle operation.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your motorcycle, give it the proper care and
maintenance described in this manual. For those who would like more detailed information on their Kawasaki Motorcycle, a Service Manual is available for purchase
from any authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer. The Service Manual contains detailed disassembly and maintenance information. Those who plan to do their own
work should, of course, be competent mechanics and possess the special tools
described in the Service Manual.
Keep this Owner’s Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can
refer to it whenever you need information.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should
remain with th e motorcycle whe n it is sold.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our
prior written permission.
This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing.
However, there may be minor differences between the actual product and illustrations and text in this manual.
All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.
Motorcycle & Engine Company
© 2014 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Mar. 15, 2014. (1)
TABLE OF CO NTE NTS
SPECIFICATIONS............................... 10
LOCATION OF PARTS....................... 14
LOADING INFORMATION.................. 17
GENERAL INFORMATION................. 20
Meter Instruments ............................ 20
Meter Instruments:........................ 21
Tachometer:.................................. 21
Speedometer : .............................. 21
Odometer/Trip Meter AB
(ODO/TRIP AB):........................ 22
Warning/Indicator Light:................ 26
Key................................................... 27
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 27
Right Handlebar Switches ................ 29
Engine Stop Switch: ..................... 29
Starter Button: .............................. 29
Left Handlebar Switches .................. 30
Dimmer Switch: ............................ 30
Turn Signal Switch:....................... 30
Horn Button: ................................. 30
Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 31
Fuel Tank ......................................... 32
Fuel Requirements: ...................... 32
Filling the Tank:............................. 34
Fuel Tap ........................................... 35
Stand................................................ 36
Helmet Hook .................................... 37
Tool Kit Bag/Tool Kit ......................... 38
Seat.................................................. 39
Rear View Mirror .............................. 40
BREAK-IN ........................................... 41
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .43
Starting the Engine .......................... 43
Jump Starting ................................... 46
Moving Off........................................ 49
Shifting Gears .................................. 50
Braking............................................. 51
Stopping the Engine ......................... 52
Stopping the Motorcycle in an
Emergency ................................... 53
Parking............................................. 54
Catalytic Converter........................... 56
SAFE OPERATION............................. 58
Safe Riding Technique ..................... 58
Daily Checks .................................... 61
Additional Considerations for Off
Road Operation ............................ 64
Additional Considerations for High
Speed Operation .......................... 65
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 67
Periodic Maintenance Chart ............. 68
Engine Oil ........................................ 78
Cooling System ................................ 84
Spark Plugs...................................... 88
Valve Clearance ............................... 90
Air Cleaner ....................................... 90
Throttle Grip ..................................... 96
Carburetors ...................................... 99
Clutch............................................... 100
Drive Chain ...................................... 103
Brakes.............................................. 109
Brake Light Switches........................ 113
Front Fork......................................... 115
Rear Shock Absorber ....................... 117
Wheels ............................................. 120
Battery.............................................. 124
Headlight Beam................................ 130
Fuses ............................................... 132
General Lubrication.......................... 133
Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 134
STORAGE........................................... 140
OWNER SATISFACTION.................... 143
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 145
LABEL INFORMATION ...................... 146
10 SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Horsepower
Maximum Torque
Minimum Turning R adius
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2 200 mm (86.62 in.)
Overall Width 820 mm (32.28 in.)
Overall Height 1 205 mm (47.44 in.)
Wheelbase
Road Clea ran ce 285 mm (11.22 in.)
CurbMass 134kg(295lb)
ENGINE
Type
Displacement
Bore x Stroke 72.0 × 61.2 mm (2.83 × 2.41 in.)
11 kW (15 PS
17 N·m (1.
2.4m(94.5in.)
1 430 mm (56.30 in.)
DOHC, singl e-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
249cm³(15.2cuin.)
) @8 000 r/min (rpm)
7kgf·m,12.5ft·lb)@3000r/min(rpm)
SPECIFICATIONS 11
Compression Ratio
Starting System
11. 0 : 1
Electric starter
Carburetor KEIHIN CVK34
Ignition System CDI
Ignition Timing
(Electronically advanced)
10° BTDC @1 300 r/min (rpm) ∼ 35° BTDC @5 000
r/min (rpm)
Spark Plug NGK CR8E
Lubrication System Forced lubrication (wet sump)
Engine Oil
Type:
API SG, SH, SJ, SL, or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2
SAE 10W-40
Capacity:
1.3 L (1.4 US qt)
Coolant Capacity 1.3 L (1.4 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type
Clutch Type
6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Wet, multi disc
Driving System Chain drive
12 SPECIFICATIONS
Primary Reduction Ratio 2.800 (84/30)
Final Redu ction Ratio
Overall Drive Ratio 8.000 (Top gear)
Gear Ratio
1st 3.000 (30/10)
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
FRAME
Caster
Trail
Tire Size:
Front 3.00-21 51P
Rear
3.000 (42/14)
2.000 (30/15)
1.500 (27/18)
1.250 (25/20)
1.050 (21/20)
0.952 (20/21)
26.5°
105 mm (3.31 in.)
4.60-18 63P
Rim Size:
Front 21 × 1.60
Rear
18 × 2.15
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.7 L (2.04 US gal)
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery 12 V 6 Ah (10 HR)
Headlight 12 V 60/55 W
Brake/Tail Light 12 V 21/5 W
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
SPECIFICATIONS 13
14 LOCATION OF PARTS
LOCATION OF PARTS
1. Clutch Lever
2. Meter Instruments
3. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)
4. Front Brake Lever
5. Left Handlebar Switches
6. Ig nit ion Switch/Steering Lock
7. R ight Handlebar Switches
8. T hro ttle Grip
LOCATION OF PARTS 15
9. Front Fork
10. Headlight
11. Turn Signal Light
12. Fuel Tank Cap
13. Fuel Tank
14. Choke Knob
15. Fuel Tap
16. R ear Sho ck Absorber
17. Tool Kit Bag
18. Tool Kit
19. Helmet Hook
20. B rake Disc
21. B rake Caliper
22. R adiator
23. Horn
24. Shift Pedal
25. Side Stand
26. Side Stand Switch
27. Drive Chain
28. Coolant Reserve Tank
29. Battery
16 LOCATION OF PARTS
30. License Plate Ligh t
31. Tail/Brake L igh t
32. Muffler
33. S eat
34. Air Cleaner Element
35. Carb uretor
36. Idle Adjusting Screw
37. Front Brake Light Switch
38. R adiator Cap
39. B rake Fluid Reservoir (Rear)
40. R ear Brake Light Swi tch
41. Oil Level Inspection Window
42. R ear Brake Pedal
43. Speedo me ter Lead
LOADING INFORMATION
LOADING INFORMATION 17
WARNING
Incorrect loading, improper installation or use of accessories,
or modification of your motorcycle may result in an unsafe riding
condition. Before you ride the
motorcycle, make sure it is not
overloaded and that you have
followed these instructions.
With the exception of genuine
Kawasaki Parts and Accessories,
Kawasaki has no control over the
design or application of accessories.
In some cases, improper installation
or use of accessories, or motorcycle
modification, will void the motorcycle
warranty. In selecting and using accessories, and in loading the motorcycle,
you are personally responsible for your
own safety and the safety of other persons involved .
NOTE
Kawasaki Parts and Accessories
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have been specially designed for
use on Kawasaki motorcycles. We
strongly recommend that all parts
and accessories you add to your
motorcycle be genuine Kawasaki
components.
Because a motorcycle is s en sitive to
changes in weight and aerodynamic
forces, you must take extreme care
in carrying cargo, passengers and/or
in the fitting of additional accessories.
The following general guidelines have
18 LOADING INFORMATION
been prepared to assist you in making
your determinations.
1. Any passenger should be thoroughly familiar with motorcycle operation. The passenger can affect
control of the motorcycle by improper positioning during cornering
and sudden movements. It is important that the passenger sit still while
the motorcycle is in motion and not
interfere with the operation of the
motorcycle. Do not carry animals
on your motorcycle.
2. You should instruct any passenger
before riding to keep his feet on the
passenger footpegs and hold on to
the operator or seat strap. Do not
carry a passenger unless he or she
is tall enough to reach the footpegs
and footpegs are provided.
3. All baggage should be carried as
low as possible to r educe the effect
on the motorcycle center of gravity.
Baggage weight should also be distributed equally on both sides of the
motorcycle. Avoid carrying baggage
that extends beyond the rear of the
motorcycle.
4. Baggage should be securely attached. Make sure that the baggage
will not move around while you are
riding. Recheck baggage security
as often as possible (not while the
motorcycle is in motion) and adjust
as necessary.
5. Do not carry heavy or bulky items on
a luggage rack. They are designed
for light items, and overloading can
affect handling due to changes in
weight distribution and aerodynamic
forces.
LOADING INFORMATION 19
6. Do not install accessories or carry
baggage that impairs the performance of the motorcycle. Make
sure that you have not adversely
affected any lighting components,
road clearance, banking cap a bility
(i.e., lean angle), control operation,
wheel travel, front fork movement,
or any other aspect of the motorcycle’s operation.
7. Weight attached to the handlebar or
front fork will increase the mass of
the steering assembly and can r esult in an unsafe riding condition.
8. Fairings, windshields, backrests,
and other large items have the capability of adversely affecting stability and handling of the motorcycle,
not only because of their weight, but
also due to the aerodynamic forces
acting on these surfaces while the
motorcycle is in operation. Poorly
designed or installed items can result in an unsafe riding condition.
9. This motorcycle was not intended
to be equipped with a sidecar or to
be used to tow any trailer or other
vehicle. Kawasaki does not manufacture sidecars or trailers for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of such accessories on handling or stability, but can only warn
thattheeffectscanbeadverseand
that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for the results of such
unintended use of the motorcycle.
Furthermore, any adverse effects on
motorcycle components caused by
the use of such accessories will not
be remedied under warranty.
Maximum Load
Weight of rider, passenger, baggage,
and accessories must not exceed 181 kg
(399 lb).
20 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
Meter Instruments
A. MODE Button
B. RESET Button
C. Tachometer
D. Odometer/Trip Meter
AB/Fuel Warning Message
E. Speedometer
F. C l o c k
G. Coolant Temperature
Warning Indicator Light
H. High Beam Indicator Light
I. Neutral Indicator Light
J. Turn Signal Indicator Light
K. Red Zone
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION 21
Meter Instruments:
The meter displays all segments for
a few seconds when the ignition key is
turned to “ON”. The tachometer momentarily goes from the minimum to
the maximum, then goes back from the
maximum to the minimum reading to
check its operation. If any meter instruments or tachometer does not operate
or display correctly, have it checked by
an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Tachometer:
The tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per m in ute (r/min,
rpm). On the right side of the tachometer face is a portion called the “red
zone”. Engine r/ min (rpm) in the
red zone is above m aximum recommended engine speed and is also
above the range for good performance.
NOTE
This motorcycle is equipped with the
○
engine speed limitter to prevent the
excesive high engine speed. When
operating this limitter, the segments
of the tac hometer indicate the different engine speed and stops at about
5000 r/min (rpm) for the ignition control, but this operation is not a failure.
NOTICE
Engine r/min (rpm) should not
be allowed to enter the red zone;
operation in the red zone will
overstress the engine and may
cause serious engine damage.
Speedometer :
The speedometer shows the speed
of the vehicle in digital values.
22 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
Odometer/Trip Meter AB (ODO/TRIP
AB):
This meter displa ys the odometer,
thetripmeterAB,andthefuelwarning
message.
The odometer and the trip meter AB
canbeshiftedpushingtheMODEbutton.
A. Odometer
B. Trip meter A
C. Trip meter B
D. MODE Button
NOTE
Do not shift the odometer/trip meter
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while riding for safe operation.
Odometer -
The odometer shows the total distance in kilometers or miles that the vehicle has been ridden. This meter cannot be reset.
NOTE
The data is maintained even if the
○
battery is disconnected.
When the figures come to 999999,
○
they are stopped and locked.
Trip Meters A/B -
The trip meter shows the distance in
kilometers or miles traveled since it was
last reset to zero.
To r e s e t th e t r i p m e te r :
GENERAL INFORMATION 23
PushtheMODEbuttontodisplaythe
•
trip meter A or B.
Push the RESET button and hold it
•
in.
After two second, the figure display
•
turns to 0.0, and then starts counting
when the vehicle is operated. The
meter counts until it is next reset.
NOTE
The data is maintained by the back
○
-up power if the ignition key is turned
off.
When the trip meter reaches 999.9
○
(TRIPA)or9999.9(TRIPB)while
riding, the meter resets to 0.0 and
continues counting.
When the battery is disconnected,
○
the m eter display resets to 0.0.
Mile/Km Display:
Mile/Km Display can alternate between English and metric modes (mph
and km/h) in the meter unit. Make sure
that km/h or mph according to local
regulations is correctly displayed before riding.
24 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
NOTE
Do not operate the vehicle with
○
the meter unit displaying in the
wrong unit (km/h or mph). Shift
the km/h·mph display in the meter
unit as follows.
Display the odometer.
•
The km/h·mph display shifts by push-
•
ing the RESET button while the
MODE button pushed in.
A. Km/h·Mph Display
The km/h/mph display shifts as fol-
•
lows.
A. Km/h
B. Mph
C.PushRESETButtonwithMODEButtonin
NOTE
The data is maintained even if the
○
battery is disconnected.
Clock:
To adjust hours and minutes:
Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
•
Push the RESET button for more
•
than two seconds. Both the hour and
minute displays start blinking.
GENERAL INFORMATION 25
Push the RESET button. The hour
•
display only blin ks. Push the MOD E
button to advance the hours.
Push the RESET button. The hour
•
display stops blinking and the minute
display s tarts blinking . Push the
MODEbuttontoadvancetheminutes.
Push the RESET b u tton. Both the
•
hour and minute displays start blinking again.
Push the MODE button. The dis-
•
plays stop blinking and the clock
starts working.
NOTE
Pushing the MODE button momen-
○
tarily advances the hour or minute
step by step. Pushing and holding the button advances the hour or
minute continuously.
The clock works normally from the
○
back-up power while the ignition
switch is turned off.
26 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
When the battery is disconnected,
○
the clock resets to 1:00 and starts
working again when the battery is
connected.
Warning/Indicator Light:
N : When the transmission is in neutral,
the neutral indicator light is lit.
: When the turn signal switch is
turned to left or right, the turn signal
indicator light blinks on and off.
: When the headlight is on high
beam, the high beam indicator light is
lit.
The coolant temperature warning
indicator light goes on when the ignition key is turned to “ON” and goes off
soon after ensuring that its circuit function properly. The warning indicator
light also goes on whenever the coolant
temperature rise s too high when the
motorcycle is in operation. If it stays on,
stop the engine and check the coolant
levelinthereservetankaftertheengine cools down.
NOTICE
Do not let the engine continue
running when the coolant temperature warning indicator light
goes on. Prolonged engine operation will result in severe damage from overheating.
GENERAL INFORMATION 27
Key
This motorcycle has a combination
key,whichisusedfortheignition
switch/steering lock, helmet hook, and
fuel tank cap.
Blank keys are available at your
Kawasaki dealers. Ask your dealer to
make any additional spare keys you
may need, using your original key as a
master.
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
This is a three-position, key-operated
switch. The key can be removed from
the switch when it is in the OFF or
LOCK position.
A. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
B. ON position
C. OFF position
D. LOCK position
28 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
ON
OFF
LOCK
Engine on. All electrical
equipment can be used.
Engine off. All electrical
circuits off.
Steering locked. Engine off.
All electrical circuits off.
NOTE
The headlight and taillight are on
○
whenever the ignition key is in the
ON position. To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after turning the ignition
key to "ON".
To lock the steering:
1. Turn the handlebar fully to the left.
2. For locking, push down the key in
the OFF position and turn it to Lock
position.
3. Pull the key out.
NOTE
If the steering is hard to lock, turn the
○
handlebar slightly to the left or the
right.
GENERAL INFORMATION 29
Right Handlebar Switches
Engine Stop Switch:
In addition to the ignition switch, the
engine stop switch must be in the
position for the motorcycle to operate.
The engine stop switch is for emer-
gency u se. If required, move the switch
to the
position.
NOTE
Although the engine stop switch
○
stops the engine, it does not turn off
all the electrical circuits. Ordinarily,
theignitionswitchshouldbeusedto
stop the engine.
Starter Button:
The starter button operates the electric starter when the tra nsmission is in
neutral.
Refer to the Starting the Engine sectionofthe"HowtoRidetheMotorcycle"
chapter for starting instructions.
A. Engine Stop Switch
B. Starter Button
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