( Hey, better late than never… right? )
So, 2011 Ninja 250r’s are now on dealer lots and the big change for this year is going to be the gauge cluster. Kawasaki went with a lil more ‘boy racer’ type look to go along with the updated (ie. 2008) design of the 250r. Sadly tho, it seems to only be an artwork update, and the often asked for temp gauge is still missing. Not the end of the earth right?
One interesting note is that the Kawi folks introduced a more muted white version. I actually think this is great timing on Kawasaki’s part as it might convince someone looking for a lil less sport look to pick one up. As to me, the white mutes the styling a little bit. But Don’t get me wrong, it still looks great — and the wheel stripes are a very nice touch.
Specs: [
Link to official spec sheet ]
EngineFour-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin
Displacement249 cc
Bore x Stroke62.0 x 41.2mm
Compression Ratio11.6:1
CarburetorKeihin CVK30 x 2
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
TransmissionSix-speed
Final driveO-Ring Chain
Cooling SystemLiquid
Frame TypeSemi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail26 degrees / 3.2 in.
Front Tire Size110/70-17
Rear Tire Size130/70-17
Wheelbase55.1 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel TravelBottom-Link UNI-TRAK® with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Front BrakesSingle 290mm hydraulic petal disc with two-piston caliper
Rear BrakesSingle 220mm petal disc with two-piston caliper
Fuel Capacity4.8 gal.
Seat Height30.5 in.
Curb Weight374.9 lbs.
Overall Length82.1 in.
Overall Width28.1 in.
Overall Height43.7 in.
Color ChoicesEbony, Lime Green / Ebony (SE), Pearl White / Ebony (SE)
Warranty12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan12, 24, 36, 48 months
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