Naked Motorcycles
2027Kawasaki Z250
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The 2027 Kawasaki Z250 is a compact naked bike for new riders and city commuters who want a light, upright machine. 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
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 164.0 kg
- Seat height
- 795 mm
- Power
- 34.9 HP (26.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM
What’s new for the 2027 Kawasaki Z250
vs the 2017| Spec | 2017 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 32.0 HP (23.4 kW) @ 9700 RPM | 34.9 HP (26.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM |
| Torque | 21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM | 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.2 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM |
| Top speed | 165.0 km/h (102.5 mph) | not listed |
| Wet weight | 148.0 kg (326.3 pounds) | 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds) |
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 inches) | 795 mm (31.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 37mm hydraulic telescopic fork | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-trak with Gas-charged shock and 5-way adjustable preload | Bottom-link Uni-Trak |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. | not listed |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. | not listed |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) | 1370 mm (53.9 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Naked bike built for its class - everyday, practical use.
- Built for
- A naked 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.
Will it fit you?
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- 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
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2128 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
- 800 mm
- Overall height
- 1060 mm
- Seat height
- 795 mm
- Wet weight
- 164.0 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)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 92 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 2027 Kawasaki Z250 has a Capacity of 248.0 ccm (15.13 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z250 have?
The 2027 Kawasaki Z250 has a Power of 34.9 HP (26.0 kW) @ 12500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z250 have?
The 2027 Kawasaki Z250 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z250?
The 2027 Kawasaki Z250 has a Torque of 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.2 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z250 weigh?
The 2027 Kawasaki Z250 has a Wet weight of 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds).
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