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Kawasaki Motors Australia has announced that the upgraded 2017 Kawasaki KX250F is now available through Australian Kawasaki dealerships nationwide.

Lighter, faster, slimmer and better-handling, the highly-anticipated latest KX250F is new from the ground up and retails locally at $10,499.

Some of the major updates include a weight-saving of 1.7kg at 104.5kg, increased power, a narrower and lighter frame with revised rigidity, KX450F-spec swingarm, modern ergonomics, modified suspension and aggressive new styling featuring in-mold graphics.

A Bike article detailing the 2017 Kawasaki KX250F’s technical information can be viewed here and be sure to read MotoOnline.com.au’s Review from the recent Australian media launch here at Ride Park in Victoria.