Built around Kawasaki's sport motorcycle platform, the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches) with a 11.6:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Ninja 250 measures 170.1 kg (375 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,400 mm (55.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18.17-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1994 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Compression11.6:1
Bore x Stroke62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK30 x 2
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineO-ring chain
Chassis
Frame TypeSemi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake26.0°
Front Suspension37mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Front Travel119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionBottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-17
Rear Tyre130/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø290 mm (11.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.170.1 kg (374.9 pounds)
Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Overall Length2085 mm (82.1 inches)
Overall Width714 mm (28.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.17 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsCandy Lime Green, Metallic Spark Black, Passion Red/Metallic Spark Black
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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