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2013Kawasaki Estrella

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The 2013 Kawasaki Estrella is a lightweight 249cc commuter bike ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, reliable daily transportation. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers modest power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the user-friendly 5-speed transmission and nimble handling make it perfect for navigating city streets and tight parking situations.

Capacity
249.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
146.0 kg
Seat height
735 mm
Power
20.0 HP (14.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
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What’s new for the 2013 Kawasaki Estrella

vs the 2012
Spec20122013
Power 20.0 HP (14.7 kW) 20.0 HP (14.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque — 20.0 Nm (2.0 kgf-m or 14.8 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Dry weight 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds) 146.0 kg (321.9 pounds)
Wet weight — 161.0 kg (354.9 pounds)
Seat height — 735 mm (28.9 inches)
Fuel capacity — 7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons)
Rear suspension Swing arm Swing arm, dual shocks
Wheelbase — 1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Cooling — Liquid
Other years 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 16Agility 61Comfort 60Off-road 15Touring 30Road manners 55
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering45%
City riding75%
Daily riding65%
Touring30%
Two-up35%
Track10%
Best for
It's built for relaxed neighborhood cruising and short scenic rides rather than outright performance or distance covering.
Built for
It has a charming retro British-cafe look paired with modest, easygoing single-cylinder power delivery that rewards a relaxed riding style.
Not ideal for
This bike is not for riders seeking highway touring capability, high-speed thrills, or off-road adventure.

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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At 735mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 Kawasaki Estrella, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 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
249.0 ccm
Power
20.0 HP (14.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque
20.0 Nm (2.0 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1370 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
66.0 x 73.0 mm
Compression
9.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
2
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1410 mm
Overall length
2075 mm
Overall width
755 mm
Overall height
1030 mm
Seat height
735 mm
Dry weight
146.0 kg
Wet weight
161.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.00 litres
Oil capacity
2.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel, semi double cradle
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Swing arm, dual shocks
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
96 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
270 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
160 mm
Front tyre
90/90-18
Rear tyre
110/90-17
Other
Color options
Blue/white, Orange/white
Comments
Sold in Japan.

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 19992004200820132017
Capacity 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc
Dry weight — — — 146 kg 134 kg
Seat height 745 mm 745 mm 745 mm 735 mm 735 mm
Fuel capacity 14 L 14 L 14 L 7 L 13 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 Estrella?

The 2013 Kawasaki Estrella has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki Estrella have?

The 2013 Kawasaki Estrella has a Power of 20.0 HP (14.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM.

How many gears does the Kawasaki Estrella have?

The 2013 Kawasaki Estrella has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki Estrella?

The 2013 Kawasaki Estrella has a Torque of 20.0 Nm (2.0 kgf-m or 14.8 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.

How much does the Kawasaki Estrella weigh?

The 2013 Kawasaki Estrella has a Dry weight of 146.0 kg (321.9 pounds).

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