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2014Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition

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The 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition is a sporty entry-level bike with anti-lock brakes. Its liquid-cooled 249cc parallel twin makes 32 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain. A 775 mm seat, 174 kg wet weight and an 18.2-litre tank make it a practical first sports bike.

Capacity
249.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
174.0 kg
Seat height
775 mm
Power
32.0 HP (23.5 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 34Agility 81Comfort 55Off-road 10Touring 45Road manners 78
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering78%
City riding80%
Daily riding72%
Touring45%
Two-up35%
Track55%
Best for
It's built for commuting and playful weekend rides where nimble handling matters more than outright speed.
Built for
It has a peppy, high-revving parallel twin that rewards keeping the throttle pinned near redline for its modest but eager power delivery.
Not ideal for
It's not a good fit for riders seeking highway-crushing speed, long-distance touring comfort, or off-road capability.

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 775mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 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
32.0 HP (23.5 kW)
Engine type
Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1839 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
62.0 x 41.2 mm
Compression
11.6:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCBI with digital advance
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1400 mm
Overall length
2085 mm
Overall width
714 mm
Overall height
1110 mm
Seat height
775 mm
Wet weight
174.0 kg
Fuel capacity
18.20 litres
Ground clearance
140 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
diamond-style frame of thick-walled steel tubing
Front suspension
37mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension
Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload / 5.1 in.
Rake (fork angle)
26.0°
Trail
81 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter
290 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
110/70-17
Rear tyre
130/70-17
Other
Warranty
12

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 201320142015
Capacity 249 cc 249 cc 249 cc
Seat height 775 mm 775 mm 785 mm
Fuel capacity 18.2 L 18.2 L 17 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 250 ABS Special Edition?

The 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition have?

The 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition has a Power of 32.0 HP (23.5 kW).

How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition have?

The 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition weigh?

The 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 250 ABS Special Edition has a Wet weight of 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds).

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