| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike | 
  | The Ninja® 250R has always been a great place for beginning riders to get started, but modern sportbike technology means the littlest Ninja is a great choice for more experienced riders as well — especially ones experienced at getting the most for their motorcycle dollar. | 
    
        | General information | 
  
    | Model name | Kawasaki Ninja 250R | 
    | Year model | 2010 | 
    | Type | Sport | 
| Price as new | US$ 4299.   MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. | 
    | Rating | 3.2   Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. | 
    
        | Engine and transmission | 
  
    | Engine size | 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) | 
    | Type of engine | Twin, four-stroke | 
    | Compression | 11.6:1 | 
    | Bore x stroke | 62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches) | 
    | Fuel system | Carburettor. Keihin CVK30 x 2 | 
    | Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | 
    | Ignition | Digital | 
    | Cooling system | Liquid | 
    | Gearbox | 6-speed | 
    | Transmission type | Chain  (final drive) | 
    
        | Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | 
  
    | Frame type | Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel | 
    | Rake (fork angle) | 26.0° | 
    | Trail | 81 mm (3.2 inches) | 
    | Front suspension | 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in. | 
    | Rear suspension | Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK  with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in. | 
    | Front tire | 110/70-17 | 
    | Rear tire | 130/70-17 | 
    | Front brakes | Single disc | 
    | Diameter | 290 mm (11.4 inches) | 
    | Rear brakes | Single disc | 
    | Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) | 
    
        | Physical measures and capacities | 
  
    | Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 170.1 kg (374.9 pounds) | 
    | Seat height | 842 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. | 
    | Overall height | 1110 mm (43.7 inches) | 
    | Overall length | 2085 mm (82.1 inches) | 
    | Overall width | 714 mm (28.1 inches) | 
    | Wheelbase | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) | 
    | Fuel capacity | 18.16 litres (4.80 US gallons) | 
    
        | Other specifications | 
  
    | Color options | Metallic Island Blue,  Passion Red,  Lime Green/Pearl Stardust White,  Ebony/Candy Persimmon Red | 
    | Starter | Electric | 
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        | Further information | 
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