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Beta KR 250 - 1988 Specifications and Reviews
The 1988 Beta KR 250 is a lightweight off-road motorcycle designed for amateur riders and enthusiasts seeking an agile trail bike. Powered by a 239cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 10 horsepower, it excels in technical terrain where its manageable weight and responsive handling shine. Best known as a capable entry-level enduro bike for recreational riding and competition.
General information | |
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Year | 1988 |
| Model | Beta KR 250 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Membrane |
| Bore x stroke | 72.8 x 57.5 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Power | 10.00 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 239.00 ccm (14.58 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 116.0 kg (255.7 pounds) |
Beta KR 250 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 4.00-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.00-21 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 87.0 km/h (54.1 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
10 hp
Peak Power
54.1 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track15%
City30%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding25%
Touring15%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This low-powered, lightweight 2-stroke single with a 21-inch front wheel and trail-oriented tires suggests a beginner-to-intermediate trail or enduro-style machine rather than a performance road bike. |
| Purpose | Its combination of a small 239cc air-cooled engine, low top speed, and off-road tire and wheel sizing points to a purpose-built trail or light enduro bike rather than a touring or sport machine. |
| Rider Fit | At just 116 kg the bike is very light and easy to muscle around, favoring nimble riders over long-distance comfort or high-speed stability. |
| Character | It has the character of a playful, easy-to-handle small-bore trail bike, more about tossability and low-speed control than outright performance. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not a bike for highway touring, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking strong acceleration or high top speed. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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