Sportbikes
2017Kawasaki Ninja 250SL
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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL is an accessible, lightweight sportbike ideal for new riders and commuters seeking an affordable entry point into motorcycling. Known for its manageable 172kg weight, low 780mm seat height, and nimble handling characteristics, it delivers genuine sport styling with practical everyday usability and optional ABS for added safety.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 151.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 31.0 HP (22.6 kW) @ 9700 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 28.0 HP (20.4 kW) @ 9700 RPM | 31.0 HP (22.6 kW) @ 9700 RPM |
| Torque | 22.6 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.7 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM | 22.6 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.7 ft.lbs) @ 2300 RPM |
| Dry weight | — | 151.0 kg (332.9 pounds) |
| Wet weight | 151.0 kg (332.9 pounds) | 172.0 kg (379.2 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in. | 37 mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in. | Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable spring preload |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS. | Single disc. Optional ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS. | Single disc. Optional ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as an entry-level sport bike for learning cornering fundamentals and everyday commuting rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- 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.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 31.0 HP (22.6 kW) @ 9700 RPM
- Torque
- 22.6 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 2300 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2053 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 61.2 mm
- Compression
- 11.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1330 mm
- Overall length
- 1935 mm
- Overall width
- 685 mm
- Overall height
- 1075 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 151.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 172.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 37 mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 36.0°
- Trail
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 100/80-M17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-M17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Carbon Gray, Candy Burnt Orange
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- ABS bakes adds 1.5 kg.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 151 kg | — | 151 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Power of 31.0 HP (22.6 kW) @ 9700 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Torque of 22.6 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.7 ft.lbs) @ 2300 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL has a Dry weight of 151.0 kg (332.9 pounds).
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