What category is the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Category of Sport.

What is the engine size of the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Capacity: of 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL have?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Engine type of Twin, four-stroke.

What is the engine power of the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Power of 28.00 HP (20.4 kW) @ 9700 RPM.

What is the torque of the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Torque of 22.60 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.7 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM.

Is the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Cooling system of Liquid.

How many gears does the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL have?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL weigh?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 151.0 kg (332.9 pounds).

What is the seat height of the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?

The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Seat height of 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting..

Kawasaki Ninja 250SL - 2016 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL
Brand: Kawasaki

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General information
Category	Sport
Model	Kawasaki Ninja 250SL
Year	2016

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Driveline	O-ring chain
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Forced lubrication, wet sump
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Fuel control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	72.0 x 61.2 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Compression	11.6:1
Torque	22.60 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.7 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM
Power	28.00 HP (20.4 kW) @ 9700 RPM
Engine type	Twin, four-stroke
Capacity:	249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter	290 mm (11.4 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.
Rear tyre	130/70-17
Front tyre	110/70-17
Rear Suspension	Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Front Suspension	37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Trail	90 mm (3.5 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	24.0°
Frame type	Tube diamond

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	11.00 litres (2.91 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,330 mm (52.4 inches)
Overall width	685 mm (27.0 inches)
Overall length	1,935 mm (76.2 inches)
Overall height	1,075 mm (42.3 inches)
Seat height	780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	151.0 kg (332.9 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	ABS bakes adds 1.5 kg.
Factory warranty	12 months
Starter	Electric
Color options	Lime Green/Balck, Grey/Black

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

31 hp

Peak Power

7.5s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track40%

City78%

Cornering68%

Daily Riding75%

Touring42%

Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best For	Well suited to beginner and novice riders thanks to its light weight, modest power, and forgiving single-cylinder character.
Purpose	Designed as an entry-level sport bike for learning cornering fundamentals and everyday commuting rather than outright performance.
Rider Fit	Its low seat height and light 172 kg weight make it easy to manage for shorter or less experienced riders.
Character	A friendly, approachable single-cylinder sportbike that favors smooth, predictable manners over raw excitement.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for experienced riders seeking high-speed thrills or serious highway touring comfort.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 780mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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