Sportbikes

2027Kawasaki Ninja 250

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The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 250 is an entry-level faired sportbike for the Japanese market, aimed at new riders who want sporty looks in a light, manageable package. Its 248cc liquid-cooled parallel twin makes 34.9 hp and 22 Nm through a 6-speed gearbox, with a 795mm seat and a 14-litre tank.

Capacity: 248.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel twin twin
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 166.0 kg
Seat height: 795 mm
Power: 34.9 HP (26.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 250

vs the 2018

Spec	2018	2027
Power	36.5 HP (27.2 kW) @ 12500 RPM	34.9 HP (26.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque	23.0 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 17.0 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM	22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.2 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Wet weight	172.0 kg (379.2 pounds)	166.0 kg (366.0 pounds)
Front suspension	Telescopic fork	41mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload	Bottom-link Uni-Trak
Front brakes	Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS.	not listed
Rear brakes	Single disc. Two-piston calipers.	not listed
Compression	11.3:1	11.6:1

Other years 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering80%

City riding25%

Daily riding20%

Touring10%

Two-up25%

Track75%

Best for: Sport bike built for its class - everyday, practical use.
Built for: A sport bike from Kawasaki, built around a 248cc engine - a real production model, but this profile is formula-generated from its class and spec sheet rather than individually reviewed.
Not ideal for: Not for serious performance or off-road use.

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

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Your height

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Units

At 795mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 250, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 248.0 ccm
Power: 34.9 HP (26.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque: 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
Engine type: Parallel twin twin
Power/weight ratio: 0.2102 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 62.0 x 41.2 mm
Compression: 11.6:1
Cooling system: Liquid

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1370 mm
Overall length: 1990 mm
Overall width: 710 mm
Overall height: 1125 mm
Seat height: 795 mm
Wet weight: 166.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.00 litres
Ground clearance: 145 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 41mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Bottom-link Uni-Trak
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.3°
Trail: 90 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 110/70-17
Rear tyre: 140/70-17
Front brakes: Not on record - add it

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	1994	2000	2007	2013	2027
Capacity	250 cc	248 cc	248 cc	249 cc	248 cc
Dry weight	138 kg	138 kg	138 kg	170 kg	—
Seat height	744 mm	744 mm	787 mm	775 mm	795 mm
Fuel capacity	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	14 L