The Kawasaki KR-1 and KR-1S are road-oriented 249 cc (15.2 cu in) two-stroke sports bikes introduced between 1988 and 1992 by Kawasaki Heavy Industries. In 1988, Kawasaki produced a road racing replica motorcycle. The initial models were the B1, B2 series of the KR-1.

Jan 11, 2017 · Kawasaki’s KR-1S was the quickest mass-produced, 250 two-stroke ever (139mph being recorded in a 1990 speed test), being quicker than both Suzuki’s RGV and even Aprilia’s later (but RGV-powered)...

Jun 6, 2023 · Price: £5000-£9000 (KR-1S) | Power: 59bhp | Weight: 131kg | Overall BikeSocial Rating: 4/5. Kawasaki’s KR-1 and KR-1S are the fastest 250cc production two-stroke race replicas ever built, the former scorching to 131mph in 1989 and the latter topping 140mph in some magazine tests a year or so later.

Genuine UK Kawasaki KR1S C2 for sale. 4 owners from new. matching key lock set. clocks showing 24485. Before I bought her the engine had been rebuilt and is very quiet. I have had a lot of these and this engine is spot on and runs really well. In fact could still do with some more miles on it running it in.

Led astray by the lure of wild powerbands and wilder tank-slappers we present: KR-1S, RGV250M, TZR250 and, just for old time's sake, RD350LC-F.

Dec 12, 2020 · State of the art technology was used, with liquid cooling, balance shaft, crescent-slide carburettors, electronic ignition, six-speed gearbox, and an alloy box-section frame. Power was impressive for a 250, and the following year it was boosted again with the new KR1S version to become the ultimate 250.

1988 Kawasaki KR1-S specs, performance data, engine specifications, pictures, updated January 2025.

How much horsepower does a Kawasaki KR1-S has? The Kawasaki KR1-S has 59.13 HP (43.2 kW) @ 10500 RPM. How fast is a Kawasaki KR1-S? The Kawasaki KR1-S top speed is 218.9 km/h (136.0 mph). How much does a Kawasaki KR1-S weighs? The Kawasaki KR1-S weighs 131.0 kg (288.8 pounds). How tall (seat height) is a Kawasaki KR1-S?

GJC Trading Classic & Modern Motorcycle Exporter. Kawasaki ZXR400 Enthusiasts! The original (and best) group dedicated to the greatest two-stroke twin ever created. The Kawasaki KR250, KR-1 and KR-1S... and we mustn't forget the 'rare as hen's teeth' KR-1R. For technical information and advice ask on here.

Jul 8, 2014 · When it comes to rare, imported smokers, the Kawasaki KR-1 series is a hidden gem. While the world rides around on NS-Rs, RZs, RGs, RGVs and the like, few KR-1 models seem to come up for sale. Definitely the most unknown of the quarter liter two strokes, the KR-1 is a basic parallel twin following in the footsteps of the early 250cc RG.