At the heart of the 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R sport motorcycle, Kawasaki pairs a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 21.7 Nm (16 lb-ft) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. 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 250R measures 151 kg (333 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,389 mm (54.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18.16-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2007 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Torque21.7 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.0 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Compression11.6:1
Bore x Stroke62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK30 x 2
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionTCBI with Digital Advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeSemi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake26.0°
Trail84 mm (3.3 inches)
Front Suspension37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / TBD
Rear SuspensionBottom-Link Uni-Trak® with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Wheelbase1389 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-17
Rear Tyre130/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight151.0 kg (333.0 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall Length2080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall Width711 mm (28.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity18.16 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsLime Green, Ebony, Passion Red, Candy Plasma Blue
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
