Kawasaki Eliminator EL250
It is hard to find a replacement for my 1996 Kawasaki Eliminator EL250. It has an upright riding position. The gear shift pedal and brake pedal are positioned nicely that we do not have to move our legs much to find them in a stop-and-go traffic.
It is light and manageable to manoeuvre in between cars during heavy traffic. It suits people who have to cope with traffic jam everyday and cruise at moderate speed (110-120km/h).
Nowadays, 250cc bikes tend to have sportier riding position (forward riding position). During long distance journey, I find it less comfortable, putting weight and strain to the arms.
Details
Engine type: 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, Inline
Displacement: 248 cc
Cooling system: Water cooled
Power: 27 HP @ 11800 rpm
Torque: 18 Nm @ 9500 rpm
Throttle: Cable operated
Valve train: DOHC, variable
Valves per cylinder: 4
Sparks per cylinder: 1
Fuel supply system: Carburetor
Ignition type: TCI (Transistor Controlled Ignition)
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Gear box: Manual 6-speed
Clutch: Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Final drive: Chain
Spark plug type: NGK, CR8HSA
Length: 2180 mm
Width: 745 mm
Height: 1040 mm
Wheel base: 1490 mm
Ground clearance: 160 mm
Seat height: 73 cm
Curb weight: 159 kg
Dry weight: 143 kg
Front Suspension travel: 140 mm
Front Brake: Single Disc
Front Tire: Bridgestone Exedra 100 / 90 R17
Tire pressure: 2bar
Rear Suspension: twin shock, Swing-arm
Rear Suspension travel: 100 mm
Rear Brake: Drum,
Rear Tire: Bridgestone Exedra 140 / 90 R15
Tire pressure: 2 bar
Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 7.3 sec
Top speed: 139 km/h
Fuel capacity: 11 litres