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Ninja 300

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39 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.22 hp/kg
Torque
26 Nm
Engine
296 ccm

2026 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 300 sport motorcycle, Kawasaki pairs a 296 cc engine architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 26 Nm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed, return gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 62.0 x 49.0 mm with a 10.6:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the Ninja 300 measures 176 kg (388 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1 mm (0 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 17-liter (4.5 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 2013 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 296 cc
Engine Details 296cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 8-valve parallel twin
Power 29.0 kW
Torque 26.0 Nm
Compression 10.6:1
Bore x Stroke 62.0 x 49.0 mm
Fuel System Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2
Ignition Digital
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed, return
Final Drive Chain
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Chassis
Frame Type Tube diamond, steel
Front Suspension ø37 mm telescopic fork / 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rear Suspension Bottom-link Uni Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable spring preload / 132 mm (5.2 in)
Wheelbase 1,405 mm (55.3 in)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-17M/C 54H
Rear Tyre 140/70-17M/C 66H
Front Brakes ø290 mm petal disc with balanced actuation dual-piston caliper
Rear Brakes ø220 mm petal disc with dual-piston caliper
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 176 kg
Seat Height 785 mm
Fuel Capacity 17 l
Other
Starter Electric
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Best For
Sport & Track
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Seat Height
78.5 cm / 30.9 in
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Handling
Manageable weight for most riders
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