Naked Motorcycles
2015Kawasaki Z250
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The 2015 Kawasaki Z250 is an accessible middleweight naked bike tailored for new riders and commuters seeking reliable, nimble performance. Its lightweight 168kg frame and manageable 785mm seat height provide confidence-inspiring handling and easy ground reach. Known for straightforward engineering and fuel efficiency, the Z250 excels as an affordable entry point into Kawasaki's Z lineup.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 168.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 32.0 HP (23.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as an entry-level naked bike for commuting and everyday urban riding rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A nimble, approachable street naked that favors agility and fuel efficiency over raw speed or long-distance comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring capability, off-road ability, or serious two-up 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
- 32.0 HP (23.4 kW)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1905 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 62.0 x 41.2 mm
- Compression
- 11.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-disc
Performance
- Top speed
- 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1400 mm
- Overall length
- 2085 mm
- Overall width
- 714 mm
- Overall height
- 1110 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 168.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Red, green
- Comments
- Sold in some Asian countries.
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 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 248 cc |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 795 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 11 L | 14 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 Z250?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z250 has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z250 have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z250 has a Power of 32.0 HP (23.4 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z250 have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z250 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Z250 weigh?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z250 has a Wet weight of 168.0 kg (370.4 pounds).
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