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DaBlue1 · April 11th, 2012, 10:18 AM

As far as oil filters go, you have a few options. They are located in the Wiki http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Oil_Filters There may be some debate about Fram filters. There are 2 types that are made. Canister and cartridge type. The Ninja 250 uses the cartridge type filters and there have been no reported problems with them. Many riders have been using them for years. The same filter that fits the Ninja 250 also fits over 50 other Kawasaki models. Even the reported problems with the canister type filters were recalled and addressed years ago.

Oil. So I don't get into a big oil debate, here's what the owner's manual recommends;

Recommended Engine Oil
Type: API SE, SF or SG
API SH, SJ or SL with JASO MA
Viscosity: SAE 10W - 40
Capacity: 1.3 L (1.4 US qt) (When filter is not removed)
1.6 L (1.7 US qt) (When filter is removed)

NOTE
○Although 10W-40 engine oil is the recommended oil
for most conditions, the oil viscosity may need to be
changed to accommodate atmospheric conditions in
your riding area.

What is also listed in a chart is 10w-30,10w-50, 20w-40 & 20w-50
What it does not list is 15w, which falls in between 10w & 20w

There are also alternative oils that meet the type requirement recommended by Kawasaki and recommended by many in the motorcycle community.
These are formulated so close to motorcycle oil that they meet the recommended certification requirement.

1. Castrol RX Super 15w40
2. Chevron Delo 400 15w40
3. Mobil Delvac 1300 Super 15w40
4. Pennzoil Long-Life 15w40
5. Quaker State 4X4 Synthetic Blend 15w40
6. Shell Rotella-T 15w40 (favorite among other motorcyclist who change oil frequently)
7. SuperTech 2000 (WalMart) 15w40
8. Valvoline All Fleet 15w40
9. Castrol Syntec Blend Truck and 4X4 15w40

You will be fine with 10w-40 if it is in the temp range you ride in. As for me I ride longer distances at higher speeds more than the average rider. I'm also a little heavier too, so I use CASTROL Act>evo Semi-Synthetic 4-Stroke Motor Oil 20w 50 and change it frequently. Why? because the book says I can. Besides, it makes the bike ride smoother. Keep in mind the Ninja 250 is a high revving bike and any oil you put in it will breakdown. How fast, depends on your driving conditions.

Everybody has their own choice and reason for what they use. Kawasaki gave us very good options, that they know the bike can handle.

April 11th, 2012, 10:18 AM	#9
DaBlue1 Long Time Rider Name: Blue Location: Charlotte, NC Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	As far as oil filters go, you have a few options. They are located in the Wiki http://www.ninjette.org/wiki/Oil_Filters There may be some debate about Fram filters. There are 2 types that are made. Canister and cartridge type. The Ninja 250 uses the cartridge type filters and there have been no reported problems with them. Many riders have been using them for years. The same filter that fits the Ninja 250 also fits over 50 other Kawasaki models. Even the reported problems with the canister type filters were recalled and addressed years ago. Oil. So I don't get into a big oil debate, here's what the owner's manual recommends; Recommended Engine Oil Type: API SE, SF or SG API SH, SJ or SL with JASO MA Viscosity: SAE 10W - 40 Capacity: 1.3 L (1.4 US qt) (When filter is not removed) 1.6 L (1.7 US qt) (When filter is removed) NOTE ○Although 10W-40 engine oil is the recommended oil for most conditions, the oil viscosity may need to be changed to accommodate atmospheric conditions in your riding area. What is also listed in a chart is 10w-30,10w-50, 20w-40 & 20w-50 What it does not list is 15w, which falls in between 10w & 20w There are also alternative oils that meet the type requirement recommended by Kawasaki and recommended by many in the motorcycle community. These are formulated so close to motorcycle oil that they meet the recommended certification requirement. 1. Castrol RX Super 15w40 2. Chevron Delo 400 15w40 3. Mobil Delvac 1300 Super 15w40 4. Pennzoil Long-Life 15w40 5. Quaker State 4X4 Synthetic Blend 15w40 6. Shell Rotella-T 15w40 (favorite among other motorcyclist who change oil frequently) 7. SuperTech 2000 (WalMart) 15w40 8. Valvoline All Fleet 15w40 9. Castrol Syntec Blend Truck and 4X4 15w40 You will be fine with 10w-40 if it is in the temp range you ride in. As for me I ride longer distances at higher speeds more than the average rider. I'm also a little heavier too, so I use CASTROL Act>evo Semi-Synthetic 4-Stroke Motor Oil 20w 50 and change it frequently. Why? because the book says I can. Besides, it makes the bike ride smoother. Keep in mind the Ninja 250 is a high revving bike and any oil you put in it will breakdown. How fast, depends on your driving conditions. Everybody has their own choice and reason for what they use. Kawasaki gave us very good options, that they know the bike can handle. Last futzed with by DaBlue1; April 11th, 2012 at 02:25 PM.