Kawasaki Ninja 250R specs

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Engine
* Type: parallel twin, 8 valves, dohc, liquid cooled
* Capacity: 249cc
* Bore x stroke: 62 x 41.2mm
* Compression ratio: 11.6:1
* Fuelling: Keihin electronic fuel injection


Transmission
* Gears: 6
* Clutch: wet multiplate
* Final drive: chain


Chassis
* Type: Steel tube, diamond-type
* Front suspension: 37mm telescopic forks, not adjustable
* Rear suspension: Uni-Trak monoshock, adjustable spring preload. Steel swingarm
* Front tyre: 110/70 x 17
* Rear tyre: 130/70 x 17
* Front brake: Single 2-piston floating caliper, 290mm disc
* Rear brake: Single 2-piston floating caliper, 220mm disc


Dimensions
* Weight: 372lb (169kg) dry
* Wheelbase: 55.1in (1400mm)
* Rake: 26°
* Trail: 3.3in (82mm)
* Fuel tank: 3.75 gallons (4.5 US gallons, 17 litres)
* Seat height: 31.1in (790mm)


Performance
* Power: 33bhp (33PS, 24kW) @ 11,000rpm
* Torque: 16lb.ft (2.2kg.m, 21.7Nm) @ 8,200rpm
* Fuel economy: 85mpg (30km/l, 3.3l/100km, 70mpg US)
* Top speed: 105mph (170kph) est