Sportbikes

1989Kawasaki ZXR 250

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The 1989 Kawasaki ZXR 250 is a lightweight sport bike designed for novice and intermediate riders seeking genuine racing performance in an accessible package. Its rev-happy inline-four engine delivers spirited acceleration through a six-speed transmission, while its compact dimensions and manageable weight make it ideal for learning advanced riding techniques on both road and track.

Capacity: 250.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: Not on record
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Power: 25.0 HP (18.4 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering90%

City riding55%

Daily riding35%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track85%

Best for: Built primarily as a rev-happy, race-replica sport bike for spirited backroad riding and track days rather than outright straight-line speed, given its small displacement but exotic in-line four configuration.
Built for: A screaming small-capacity four-cylinder that rewards high-rpm riding with a distinctive howl and a light, flickable feel through corners, embodying the late-80s Japanese race-replica ethos.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting a relaxed, comfortable commuter or long-distance tourer, or anyone who prefers low-end torque over high-rpm engine engagement.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.