Sport · 1991
ZXR250C Ninja
US$ 4000. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
41 /100 Commuter
Power
45 HP
Torque
24 Nm
Engine
249 ccm
Technical Overview
1991 Kawasaki ZXR250C Ninja Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Kawasaki's sport motorcycle platform, the 1991 Kawasaki ZXR250C Ninja utilizes a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 45 HP (32.8 kW) at 16,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 24 Nm (17.7 lb-ft) at 11,500 rpm. With a specific output of 180.7 HP per liter and a 4,500 rpm working window between peak torque (11,500 rpm) and peak power (16,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
Specific Output
180.7 HP/L
Power Band Window
11,500–16,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 45.0 HP (32.8 kW)) @ 16000 RPM
Torque 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Electric
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Liquid
Max RPM 19000
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Sport & Track
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