Difference between revisions of "Kawasaki EX250F"

The '''Kawasaki Ninja 250R''' (also known as the EX250 in the U.S., and GPX250 elsewhere in the world) is a long standing model in [[Kawasaki motorcycles|Kawasaki]]'s lineup, introduced in 1986 and continuing in production as of 2006.  The 2006 model has an MSRP of $2,999 USD. The 250R is marketed as an entry level sport [[motorcycle]] intended for normal use on paved roads. Compared to present industry designs, the 250R is more a "sporty-[[Types_of_motorcycle#Standard_or_Naked|standard]]" motorcycle with a [[fairing]] than a true [[Types_of_motorcycle#Sportbike.2F_Superbikes|sportbike]] (considering its ergonomics, chassis design, and engine placement within the frame), but it is still an excellent sport machine.

The '''Kawasaki Ninja 250R''' (also known as the EX250 in the U.S., and GPX250 elsewhere in the world) is a long standing model in [[Kawasaki motorcycles|Kawasaki]]'s lineup, introduced in 1986 and continuing in production as of 2006.  The 2006 model has an MSRP of $2,999 USD. The 250R is marketed as an entry level sport [[motorcycle]] intended for normal use on paved roads. Compared to present industry designs, the 250R is more a "sporty-[[Types_of_motorcycle#Standard_or_Naked|standard]]" motorcycle with a [[fairing]] than a true [[Types_of_motorcycle#Sportbike.2F_Superbikes|sportbike]] (considering its ergonomics, chassis design, and engine placement within the frame), but it is still an excellent sport machine.

The Ninja 250 faces very little [[Competition#In_economics_and_business|direct competition]] within its class inside the United States.  The main competitors are the other 250cc "beginner bikes" priced around $3,000, namely [[Honda#Motorcycle_models|Honda]]'s Rebel 250 and Nighthawk 250, the  [[Suzuki]] [[GZ250]], and the [[Yamaha]] [[Yamaha_Virago|Virago]] 250.  With the exception of the Nighthawk (a [[Types_of_motorcycle#Standard_or_Naked|standard]]), these bikes are all [[Types_of_motorcycle#Cruiser|cruisers]].  The disparity in style between a crusier, a standard, and a sportbike is frequently the buyer's deciding factor, given that one's choice in bike is often as much about self-image as objective features.  None of these bikes can match the Ninja 250's much greater power, 14,000 rpm [[Redline|redline]], 6-speed [[Manual_transmission|gearbox]], [[Tachometer#Automotive|tachometer]], and [[Centerstand|centerstand]], nor do they offer both front and rear [[Disc_brake|disc brakes]].  All of them have an advantage over the stock Ninja with their rear [[Motorcycle Suspension|suspension]] [[Preload_(suspension)|preload adjustability]], although the [[Kawasaki "Uni-Trak®" system]] is more advanced and may be upgraded.  The cruisers also offer relatively low seat heights in the 26-27 inch range, an issue for some riders.   

The Ninja 250 faces very little [[Competition#In_economics_and_business|direct competition]] within its class inside the United States.  The main competitors are the other 250cc "beginner bikes" priced around $3,000, namely [[Honda#Motorcycle_models|Honda]]'s Rebel 250 and Nighthawk 250, the  [[Suzuki]] [[GZ250]], and the [[Yamaha]] [[Yamaha_Virago|Virago]] 250.  With the exception of the Nighthawk (a [[Types_of_motorcycle#Standard_or_Naked|standard]]), these bikes are all [[Types_of_motorcycle#Cruiser|cruisers]].  The disparity in style between a crusier, a standard, and a sportbike is frequently the buyer's deciding factor, given that one's choice in bike is often as much about self-image as objective features.  None of these bikes can match the Ninja 250's much greater power, 14,000 rpm [[Redline|redline]], 6-speed [[Manual_transmission|gearbox]], [[Tachometer#Automotive|tachometer]], and [[Centerstand|centerstand]], nor do they offer both front and rear [[Disc_brake|disc brakes]].  All of them have an advantage over the stock Ninja with their rear [[Motorcycle Suspension|suspension]] [[Preload_(suspension)|preload adjustability]], although the [[Kawasaki "Uni-Trak®" system]] is more advanced and may be upgraded.  The cruisers also offer relatively low seat heights in the 26-27 inch range, an issue for some riders.   

| 18 ft.lbf (24 Nm) @ 10000 rpm, 14 ft.lbf (19 Nm) @ rear wheel

| 18 ft.lbf (24 Nm) @ 10000 rpm, 14 ft.lbf (19 Nm) @ rear wheel

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| 55-75 mpg US

| 55-75 mpg US

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