2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL. Image credits - Kawasaki.
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Sleek, lightweight and compact, yet with true Kawasaki Supersport DNA, the Ninja 250SL belies its proportions delivering eager performance and big bike thrills. Combining a free-revving single-cylinder engine with a lightweight trellis frame, the fully faired Ninja 250SL has genuine presence.
General information
Motorcycle name
Kawasaki Ninja 250SL
Year model
2017
Type
Sport
Rating
3.8 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
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Effect
31.0 HP (22.6 kW )) @ 9700 RPM
Torque
22.6 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.7 ft.lbs) @ 2300 RPM
Compression
11.3:1
Bore x stroke
72.0 x 61.2 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
Injection
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition
TCBI with digital advance
Lubrication system
Forced lubrication, wet sump
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Clutch
Wet multi-disc, manual
Driveline
Sealed chain
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle)
36.0°
Trail
90 mm (3.5 inches)
Front suspension
37 mm telescopic fork
Front wheel travel
119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable spring preload
Rear wheel travel
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front tire
100/80-M17
Rear tire
130/70-M17
Front brakes
Single disc. Optional ABS
Diameter
290 mm (11.4 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Optional ABS
Diameter
220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
172.0 kg (379.2 pounds)
Seat height
780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height
1075 mm (42.3 inches)
Overall length
1935 mm (76.2 inches)
Overall width
685 mm (27.0 inches)
Ground clearance
165 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheelbase
1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Fuel capacity
11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Metallic Carbon Gray, Candy Burnt Orange
Starter
Electric
Factory warranty
12 months
Comments
ABS bakes adds 1.5 kg.
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