Kawasaki GPX 250R (EX250 Ninja)
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| Kawasaki GPX 250R (EX250 Ninja) | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1986 - 2008 |
| Class | Sport touring |
| Engine | Liquid cooled, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 62.0mm x 62.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.6:1 |
| Horsepower | 45.06 HP (33.6 KW) @ 11000RPM |
| Torque | 17.7 ft/lbs (24.0 Nm) @ 13000RPM |
| Fuel System | 2x30mm Keihin CV Carburetors |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: 36mm telescopic forks with no adjustments Rear: Uni-Trak rising rate monoshock with no adjustments |
| Brakes | Front: Single disc Rear: Single disc |
| Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
| Rear Tire | 130/70-17 |
| Wheelbase | 55.12 inches (1400 mm) |
| Length | 80.12 inches (2035 mm) |
| Width | 20.98 inches (533 mm) |
| Seat Height | 29.29 inches (744 mm) |
| Weight | 138.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Kawasaki GPX 250R (EX250 Ninja) was a Liquid cooled, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Sport touring motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 1986 and 2008. Max torque was 17.7 ft/lbs (24.0 Nm) @ 13000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 45.06 HP (33.6 KW) @ 11000 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 62.0mm bore x 62.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 248.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-discs.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 110/70-17 front tire and a 130/70-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc in the front and a Single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 36mm telescopic forks with no adjustments while the rear was equipped with a Uni-Trak rising rate monoshock with no adjustments. The wheelbase was 55.12 inches (1400 mm) long.
1986 - 1998 Kawasaki GPX 250R (EX250 Ninja)[edit | edit source]
As some if its brothers, Ninja 250R, also known as EX250 or GPX250, has been manufactured since 1987. This light sporty bike, weighing over 300lbs has 36 HP and can easily reach a speed of 160 km/h. The US models haven't changed over the years.
2008 Kawasaki GPX 250R (EX250 Ninja)[edit | edit source]
The 2008 Kawasaki GPX 250R (EX 250 Ninja) offers a rare combination of compact size, low purchase price and excellent performance. Power for the Ninja 250R comes from a high-revving, liquid-cooled, in-line twin-cylinder four-stroke engine featuring dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. It delivers smooth, predictable power that’s perfect for new motorcyclists