2009 Kawasaki Super Sherpa

2009 Kawasaki Super Sherpa pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
On-Off Road
MSRP
$4,499
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
On-Off Road
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2009
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Display Name
Super Sherpa
Year
2009
Make
Kawasaki
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
72 / 2.84
Stroke (mm/in)
61.2 / 2.41
Displacement (cc/ci)
249 / 15.2
Compression Ratio
9.3:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
US Miles Per Gallon (Combined)
63
CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Combined)
3.7
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
34
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubed
Front Wheel Width (in)
2.75
Rear Wheel Width (in)
4.1
Front Wheel Diameter
21
Rear Wheel Diameter
18
Front Tire (Full Spec)
2.75 x 21
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
4.10 x 18
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.4 / 36
Front Travel (in/mm)
9.1 / 231.1
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
7.3 / 185.4
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Brand Name
UNI-TRAK(R)
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.82
Width (in/mm)
30.7 / 779.8
Height (in/mm)
46.9 / 1191.3
Wheelbase (in/mm)
54.1 / 1374.1
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
10.6 / 269.2
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
9.9
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
282.1 / 128
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
2.4 / 9.1
Performance
Standard
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.7 / 830.6
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Heel Guards
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Decal Kit
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
7 reviews
  • 2010 250 Super Sherpa
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 24, 2011

    The 2010 model was only $224 more than the 2009. It is better than I expected. I bought this bike based on other reviews I had read from around the world. This little dual purpose bike is perfect for me and out performs my previous expectations on and oof road. It gets 80 mpg and sounds great. The ...

    This bike could have a better rack/tie down on it. Kawasaki racks are no longer available according to the dealerships. A tach would also be nice.

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  • Love it!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 04, 2010

    I purchased a used 2000 in 2002 and have enjoyed it ever since. Absolutely no problems, efficent, reliable, practical (can you tell that I'm an engineer?)--and so much fun! I just went out and got a new 2009 model even after checking out the competition. Except for the new color scheme, it's the ...

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  • Way cool bike ........
    By  (I am a Writer) on May 11, 2010

    Love this machine, somehow my old '99 KLR had gotten too tall to get my legs over the saddle and the electric start is a relief. Very easy to ride, has all the power etc. I want and will go anywhere.

    I have a 5 mile, 4WD commute across the desert that was destroying my truck, but this ...

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  • Glad they're back!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 01, 2009

    The 250 Kawasaki Super Sherpa was not available in the U.S. since 2003. It is a low cost, reliable, fun dual purpose bike. Low seat height, low weight, close turning radius, strong reliable engine, 6 speed transmission, tuneable suspension, good ground clearance, 2-up capability and able to run at ...

    I've had mine a month...glad they're back!

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  • Best Bang for the BUCK!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 30, 2009

    I purchased this bike purely for fun. I just had to have it. I love the old school look and love the ride. I wish we had more hills and off road areas here in florida but i'll take what i can get. Very smooth engine at speeds. I get a lot of people asking me about the bike...what year is it? ...

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  • Extremely balanced dual-sport
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 14, 2009

    This is a great dual sport bike! I chose it because it is about 30 pounds lighter with a couple inches shorter seat height than the KLX 250. It has a torquey, powerful engine, yet it's very smooth with low vibration at cruz speed. In contrast, my Yamaha XT 225 feels like it will vibrate apart. The ...

    It is a bit cold blooded but with simple jetting adjustments it warms up quickly and really comes alive. The forks are not bad, as good as the Yamaha XT 225 and the Honda CRF 230F but I do wish it had cartridge forks. Please, Kawasaki are you listening?

    I like it so much I bought a second one for my son and wife!

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  • BEST DAMN DUAL SPORT!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Feb 20, 2009

    Low maintenence!,,Easy on the pocketbook,,,,High Resale value!,,BULLETPROOF BIKE!. Perfect for the beginer and pros,,,excellent all around dual sport,,and it can keep up with the rest of the pack....

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