Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
Sharing the high-performance engine and chassis of the new Ninja 250, the Z250 offers the acceleration and handling to dominate the 250cc class. Coupled with a relaxed, upright riding position and wide handlebar enabling active rider control, urban riding excitement increases exponentially. In both looks and performance, the Z250 has what it takes to get noticed. |
General information |
Model name
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Kawasaki Z250 |
Model year
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2015 |
Category
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Naked bike |
Rating
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3.4 See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle. |
Engine and transmission |
Displacement
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249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
Engine type
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Twin, four-stroke |
Power output
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32.0 HP (23.4 kW)) |
Top speed
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170.0 km/h (105.6 mph) |
Max RPM
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12500 |
Compression
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11.6:1 |
Bore x stroke
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62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection |
Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Ignition
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Digital |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Driveline
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O-ring chain |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel |
Rake (fork angle)
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26.0° |
Front suspension
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37mm hydraulic telescopic fork |
Front wheel travel
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119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload |
Rear wheel travel
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130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Front tire
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110/70-17 |
Rear tire
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140/70-17 |
Front brakes
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Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. |
Diameter
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290 mm (11.4 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
Diameter
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220 mm (8.7 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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168.0 kg (370.4 pounds) |
Seat height
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785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1110 mm (43.7 inches) |
Overall length
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2085 mm (82.1 inches) |
Overall width
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714 mm (28.1 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1400 mm (55.1 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Red, green |
Starter
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Electric |
Comments
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Sold in some Asian countries. |
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