Kawasaki Ninja 250 Special Edition - 2013 Specifications and Reviews

The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Special Edition is an entry-level sportbike ideal for new riders and commuters seeking an affordable, nimble machine. Its lightweight 249cc twin-cylinder engine delivers manageable power with excellent fuel efficiency and easy handling characteristics. Best known for reliability and accessibility to the sport bike category, it remains a popular choice for learning fundamental riding skills.

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General information

CategorySport
Year2013
ModelKawasaki Ninja 250 Special Edition

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust system2-into-1. Dual catalyzers.
DrivelineO-ring chain
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
Fuel controlDOHC
Fuel systemCarburettor. Keihin CVK30 x 2
Bore x stroke62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches)
Compression11.6:1
Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Capacity:249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter290 mm (11.4 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Rear tyre dimensions130/70-17
Front tyre dimensions110/70-17
Rear suspensionBottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Front suspension37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rake (fork angle)26.0°
Frame typediamond-style frame of thick-walled steel tubing

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity18.17 litres (4.80 gallons)
Wheelbase1,400 mm (55.1 inches)
Overall width714 mm (28.1 inches)
Overall length2,085 mm (82.1 inches)
Overall height1,110 mm (43.7 inches)
Seat height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc170.1 kg (374.9 pounds)
 
 

Other specs

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Factory warranty1 year
StarterElectric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

31 hp
Peak Power
6.5s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track55%
City80%
Cornering70%
Daily Riding70%
Touring40%
Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a friendly, forgiving bike well suited to beginners and those upgrading from smaller machines.
PurposeDesigned as an entry-level sportbike for learning canyon roads and commuting with a sporty edge rather than outright speed.
Rider FitIts light weight and low-ish seat height make it manageable for shorter or less experienced riders.
CharacterIt has a peppy, high-revving twin-cylinder character that rewards keeping the engine spinning rather than relying on brute torque.
Not Ideal ForIt is not a good fit for riders wanting serious highway touring comfort or genuine high-speed track performance.

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

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2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Special Edition Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Special Edition, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 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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