Kawasaki Ninja 250R Special Edition
- Production years
- 2013
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Ninja 250R Special Edition (2011-2012)
Selected year: 2013
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 249 cm³
- Power
- 32 hp (24 kW)
- Wet weight
- 170.1 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
Overview
The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Special Edition is a sportbike powered by a 249.0 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel twin. It produces 32 hp (24 kW) and has a wet weight of 170.1 kg.
The 775 mm seat height puts the saddle close to the ground, which can make stopping and parking easier. The rear Uni-Trak suspension has five-way adjustable preload, so you can adjust it for different loads; the chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 62.0 x 41.2 mm
- Engine capacity
- 249 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 11.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Starting
- Electric
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 32 hp (24 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1881 HP/kg (wet)
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 18.2 L
- Overall height
- 1,110 mm
- Overall length
- 2,085 mm
- Overall width
- 714 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Wet weight
- 170.1 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,400 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
- Rake
- 26.0°
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic petal disc with two-piston caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc with two-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Lime Green
Pros and cons
Advantages
Reachable seat height
At 775 mm, the seat sits relatively close to the ground, helping make stops and parking easier.
Adjustable rear preload
Five-way preload adjustment lets you tune the rear suspension for different loads.
Things to consider
Chain maintenance
The chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
775 mm
Approx. loaded height
745 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 18.2 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
331 km
With 10% reserve
298 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Special Edition have?
It has a 249.0 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel twin with a carburetor.
How much power does the 2013 Ninja 250R Special Edition make?
It produces 32 hp (24 kW).
What is the seat height?
The seat height is 775 mm.
How much fuel does the tank hold?
The fuel capacity is 18.20 liters.
