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{{Infobox Motorcycle
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = Kawasaki EX250F
|name            = '''Kawasaki Ninja 250R'''
|image            =  
|image            = [[File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Black-left-side.jpg|frameless]]
|aka              = ,  Ninja 250
|aka              =  
|manufacturer    = [[Kawasaki]]
|manufacturer    = [[Kawasaki]]
|parent_company  =  
|parent_company  =
|production      = 88-07
|production      = 1988 - 2012
|model_year      =  
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =  
|predecessor      = [[Kawasaki EX250E]]
|successor        =  
|successor        = [[Kawasaki EX250J|Kawsaki EX250J Ninja 250R]]
|class            =  
|class            = [[Sport Bike]]
|engine          = 250cc
|engine          = 250cc four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin
|bore_stroke      =  
|bore_stroke      = 61.0mm x 61.0mm
|compression      =  
|compression      = 11:6:1
|top_speed        =  
|top_speed        =
|power            =  
|power            = 32.99 HP (24.6 KW) @ 11000RPM
|torque          =  
|torque          = 16.23 ft/lbs (22.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM
|ignition        =  
|fuel_system      = Two [[Keihin]] CVK30 carburetors
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|CR8HSA}} 98-03 , '04-07<br />{{sparkplug|C8HA}} '88-94 , '95-97
|ignition        =
|battery          = {{battery|YTX7L-BS}} '95-97 , 98-03 , '04-07<br />{{battery|YB9L-A2}} '88-94
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK CR8HSA}} 98-03 , '04-07<br />{{sparkplug|NGK C8HA}} '88-97
|transmission    =  
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX7L-BS}} '95-97 , 98-03 , '04-07<br />{{battery|YUASA YB9L-A2}} '88-94
|frame            =  
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed, manual <br>
|suspension      =  
Final Drive: drive sealed [[chain]] <br>
|brakes          =  
Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual <br>
|front_tire      = {{tire|100/80-16}} '95-97 , 98-03 , '04-07<br />{{tire|100/80.16}} '88-94
 
|rear_tire    = {{tire|130/80-16}} '88-94 , 98-03 , '04-07<br />{{tire|130180-16}} '95-97
|frame            =
|rake_trail      =  
|suspension      =Front: 37 mm [[hydraulic]] telescopic fork <br>
|wheelbase        =  
Rear: bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload
|length          =  
|brakes          =Front: single 290 mm hydraulic disc <br>Rear: single 220 mm petal disc
|width            =  
|front_tire      = {{tire|100/80.16}} '88-94<br />{{tire|100/80-16}} '95-07
|height          =  
|rear_tire    = {{tire|130/80-16}} '88-07
|seat_height      =  
|rake_trail      =
|dry_weight      =  
|wheelbase        = 55.12 inches (1400 mm)
|wet_weight      =  
|length          = 82.09 inches (2085 mm)
|fuel_capacity    =  
|width            = 28.11 inches (714 mm)
|oil_capacity    =  
|height          =
|fuel_consumption =  
|seat_height      = 30.51 inches (775 mm)
|turning_radius  =  
|dry_weight      =
|related          =  
|wet_weight      = 170.0 kg
|competition      =  
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
}}


The '''Kawasaki EX250F''' is a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] from 1988 to 2007Known as the '''Ninja 250''' in the US and the '''ZZR 250''' in other export countries.
 
 
The '''[[Kawasaki]] Ninja 250R''' was a four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin Sport Bike [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 1988 and 2012. Max [[torque]] was 16.23 ft/lbs (22.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 32.99 HP (24.6 KW) @ 11000 RPMIt was known as the '''Ninja 250''' in the US and the '''ZZR 250''' in other export countries.
 
==Engine==
A 61.0mm [[bore]] x 61.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 249.0 cubic centimeters. 
 
==Drive==
The bike has a 6-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 110/70-17 front [[tire]] and a 130/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 290 mm hydraulic disc in the front and a single 220 mm petal disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  37 mm hydraulic telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload. The wheelbase was 55.12 inches (1400 mm) long. 
 
 
 


==Kawasaki Ninja 250R==
==Kawasaki Ninja 250R==
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==1989==
==1989==
[[Image:1989-Kawasaki-EX250-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250) in Black]]
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
[[Image:1989-Kawasaki-EX250-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250) in Black]]
File:1989-Kawasaki-EX250-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250) in Black
[[Image:1989-Kawasaki-EX250-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250) in Black]]
File:1989-Kawasaki-EX250-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250) in Black
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File:1989-Kawasaki-EX250-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Kawasaki Ninja 250 (EX250) in Black
 
</gallery>




==1994==
==1994==
[[Image:1994-Kawasaki-EX250-F8-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Kawasaki EX250-F8 Ninja 250 in Black]]
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
[[Image:1994-Kawasaki-EX250-F8-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Kawasaki EX250-F8 Ninja 250 in Black]]
File:1994-Kawasaki-EX250-F8-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Kawasaki EX250-F8 Ninja 250 in Black
[[Image:1994-Kawasaki-EX250-F8-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Kawasaki EX250-F8 Ninja 250 in Black]]
File:1994-Kawasaki-EX250-F8-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Kawasaki EX250-F8 Ninja 250 in Black
File:1994-Kawasaki-EX250-F8-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Kawasaki EX250-F8 Ninja 250 in Black
<br style="clear: left"/>
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</gallery>




==1999==
==1999==
[[Image:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red]]
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
[[Image:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red]]
File:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red
[[Image:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red]]
File:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red
[[Image:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red]]
File:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red
[[Image:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red]]
File:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red
File:1999-Kawasaki-EX250-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1999 Kawasaki EX250 in Red
<br style="clear: left"/>
<br style="clear: left"/>
</gallery>


==2000==
==2000==
[[Image:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green]]
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
[[Image:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green]]
File:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green
[[Image:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-2.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green]]
File:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green
[[Image:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-3.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green]]
File:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-2.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green
File:2000-Kawasaki-EX250-F14-Green-3.jpg|left|thumb|2000 Kawasaki EX250-F14 Ninja 250R in Green
<br style="clear: left"/>
<br style="clear: left"/>
</gallery>


==2004==
==2005==
==2005==
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue]]
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue]]
File:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue]]
File:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue]]
File:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue
<br style="clear: left"/>
File:2005-Kawasaki-EX250-Blue-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (EX250) in Blue
 
</gallery>


==2006==
==2006==
[[Image:2006 kawasaki ex250 black.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in black]]
<gallery mode="packed-hover">
[[Image:2006 kawasaki ex250 blue.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in blue]]
File:2006 kawasaki ex250 black.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in black
[[Image:2006 kawasaki ex250 red.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in red]]
File:2006 kawasaki ex250 blue.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in blue
[[Image:2006 kawasaki ex250 yellow.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in yellow]]
File:2006 kawasaki ex250 red.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in red
<br style="clear: left"/>
File:2006 kawasaki ex250 yellow.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki EX250 in yellow
</gallery>
 




==2007==
==2007==
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Red-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Red right side]]
<gallery mode="slideshow">
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Red-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Red left side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Red-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Red right side
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Blue-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Blue right side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Red-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Red left side
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Blue-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Blue left side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Blue-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Blue right side
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Silver-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Silver right side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Blue-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Blue left side
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Silver-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Silver left side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Silver-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Silver right side
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Black-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Black right side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Silver-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Silver left side
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Black-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Black left side]]
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Black-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Black right side
File:2007-Kawasaki-Ninja-250-in-Black-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in Black left side
</gallery>
<br style="clear: left"/>
<br style="clear: left"/>
==2008==
==2008==
First major changes in years.  Updated to the [[Kawasaki EX250J|EX250J]]
First major changes in years.  Updated to the [[Kawasaki EX250J|EX250J]]


==Specs==
==Specs==
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*[http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mccompare/250shootout.html 250 cc comparison] in Motorcycle Online  
*[http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mccompare/250shootout.html 250 cc comparison] in Motorcycle Online  
*[http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mckaw/00ex250.html 2000 Review comparison] in Motorcycle Online
*[http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mckaw/00ex250.html 2000 Review comparison] in Motorcycle Online
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{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name            = '''Kawasaki Ninja 250R'''
|image            =
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = [[Kawasaki]]
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2009 - 2012
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = [[Sport Bike]]
|engine          = four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin
|bore_stroke      = 61.0mm x 61.0mm
|compression      = 11:6:1
|top_speed        =
|power            = 32.99 HP (24.6 KW) @ 11000RPM
|torque          = 16.23 ft/lbs (22.0 Nm) @ 9500RPM
|fuel_system      = Two Keihin CVK30 carburetors
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      =
|battery          =
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed, manual <br>
Final Drive: drive sealed [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual <br>
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 37 mm [[hydraulic]] telescopic fork <br>
Rear: bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload
|brakes          =Front: single 290 mm hydraulic disc <br>Rear: single 220 mm petal disc
|front_tire      = {{tire|110/70-17}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|130/70-17}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 55.12 inches (1400 mm)
|length          = 82.09 inches (2085 mm)
|width            = 28.11 inches (714 mm)
|height          =
|seat_height      = 30.51 inches (775 mm)
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      = 170.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
The '''[[Kawasaki]] Ninja 250R''' was a four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin Sport Bike [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 2009 and 2012. Max [[torque]] was 16.23 ft/lbs (22.0 Nm) @ 9500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 32.99 HP (24.6 KW) @ 11000 RPM. 
==Engine==
A 61.0mm [[bore]] x 61.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 249.0 cubic centimeters. 
==Drive==
The bike has a 6-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 110/70-17 front [[tire]] and a 130/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 290 mm hydraulic disc in the front and a single 220 mm petal disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  37 mm hydraulic telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload. The wheelbase was 55.12 inches (1400 mm) long. 
==2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R==
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2009-4.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2009-3.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2009-2.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2009-1.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2009-0.jpg|600px|2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
The Kawasaki Ninja 250R is a street motorcycle sold by the Kawasaki Motors division of Kawasaki Heavy Industries since 1983. It is Kawasaki's best-selling motorcycle, experiencing steady double-digit sales growth year after year. It is renowned for its light handling, good fuel economy, sufficient power, and relatively comfortable riding posture, making it a desirable first motorcycle for new riders, and a popular machine with experienced riders who seek a second machine, or wish to enter the sportbike category. The smallest Ninja has undergone few changes throughout its quarter-century existence, having seen only two substantial redesigns.
==2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R==
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2012-2012-3.jpg|600px|2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2012-2012-2.jpg|600px|2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2012-2012-1.jpg|600px|2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
[[File:kawasaki-ninja-250r-2012-2012-0.jpg|600px|2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250R]]
Whether you are an experienced rider or a first-time motorcycle owner, the 2012 MY Kawasaki Ninja 250R is almost sure to satisfy your needs. Combining almost supersport like speed and acceleration with smooth torque delivery at low revs, this new Ninja will satisfy almost any need a rider would have, all at a pretty decent price tag.
Even though it has only a 249cc liquid-cooled, parallel twin engine, which might seem small, when you add the modern and aerodynamic bodywork and the 17-inch sportbike wheels, you get a motorcycle that is agile like its bigger siblings in the family, but also comfortable and with superb handling, ideal for busy city streets.
And because the quarter-liter Ninja is supposed to be also more affordable for younger riders, seeing Kawasaki going for a two-carb fuel delivery system is only natural.
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