Compact and light ye sporty and agile, the 2015 Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL promises to deliver fist class ride and handling performances to those who wish to learn the secrets of sports bike on a small displacement model.

The Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL is propelled by a liquid cooled, 4 stroke, single cylinder DOHC engine with a displacement of 249 Cm³. The engine puts out a maximum power of 20.6 KW (28 PS) at 9,700 Rpm and 22.6 N.M (2.3 Kgf.M) of torque at 8,200 Rpm. The engine is mated on a six speed transmission and is linked to an 11 liters fuel tank.

The motorcycle’s backbone is represented by a lightweight trellis frame which is combined with a 37 mm telescopic fork and a rear Uni-Trak suspension with adjustable spring preload.

Hit the jump for more information on the Kawasaki Ninja 250SL.

2015 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2015 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL
  • Engine/Motor: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Single
  • Horsepower: 15
  • Torque: 16
  • Transmission: 6-speed
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Overview

Super Sports Single

Sleek, lightweight and compact, yet with true Kawasaki Supersport DNA, the Ninja 250SL belies its proportions delivering eager performance and big bike thrills. Combining a free-revving single-cylinder engine with a lightweight trellis frame, the fully faired Ninja 250SL has genuine presence. In town or on the open road the lithe Ninja will appeal to a huge range of riders.

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2015 Kawasaki Ninja 250SL Features and Benefits:

Lightweight wheels with slim tyres

Sporty Ninja-style wheels are fitted with slim tyres chosen for their contribution to the bike’s nimble handling.

All-digital instrumentation

All-digital instrument panel gives the cockpit a modern, racy look.

Aggressive Ninja supersport styling

Like the other Ninjas in the series, the Ninja 250SL features seductive, full-fairing bodywork. Complementing its slim package, the contrast between its flared and waisted sections gives it a dynamic, hourglass figure. Aggressive single-bulb headlamp contributes to the lightweight image, and with the sharp windscreen and sporty wheels, gives this new Ninja a serious supersport look.

Supersport ergonomics

A slim overall package, tight-fit full-fairing bodywork and low clip-on handlebars put the rider in an ideal position for aggressive, sporty riding.

37 mm telescopic fork

37 mm telescopic contributes to both light, nimble handling as well as riding stability.

249 cm3 liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Single

Offering quick-revving sporty performance in a slim, lightweight and compact package, the single-cylinder engine delivers smooth, responsive power at low and medium rpm and hardhitting power at high rpm.

Original trellis frame

Trellis frame enables a slim, lightweight and compact package as well as contributing to nimble handling.

Uni-Trak rear suspension

Kawasaki’s original linkage-equipped Uni-Trak rear suspension delivers a smooth ride and stable handling over a wide range of speeds and road conditions.

Petal disc brakes

Petal disc brakes front and rear deliver strong, easy-to control stopping power and add to sporty looks.

Lightweight chassis

At 151 kg, the Ninja 250SL is more than 20 kg lighter than the Ninja 250. The light weight is a significant factor in the bike’s nimble handling.

Fuel injection

Fine-atomising injectors ensure ideal fuel delivery at all rpm.

Radiator fan cover

A cover for the radiator fan directs engine heat down and away from the rider for increased comfort.

ABS

Sudden over-application of the brakes, or braking on low-grip surfaces (surfaces with a low coefficient of friction) such as wet asphalt or manhole covers may cause a motorcycle's wheel(s) to lock up and slip. ABS was developed to prevent such incidents. Kawasaki ABS systems are controlled by high precision and highly reliable programming formulated based on thorough testing of numerous riding situations. By ensuring stable braking performance, they offer rider reassurance that contributes to greater riding enjoyment. And to meet the special requirements of certain riders, specialised ABS systems are also available. For example, KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System) is a high-precision brake system designed specifically for supersport models, enabling sport riding to be enjoyed by a wider range of riders. And by linking the front and rear brakes, K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS provides the confidence to enjoy touring on heavyweight models. Kawasaki is continually working on the development of other advanced ABS systems.

Specifications

Engine type

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Single

Displacement

249 cm³

Bore x stroke

72.0 x 61.2 mm

Compression ratio

11.3:1

Valve/Induction system

DOHC, 4 valves

Fuel system

Fuel injection: ø38 mm x 1

Ignition

Digital

Starting

Electric

Lubrication

Forced lubrication, wet sump

Maximum power

20.6 kW 28 PS / 9,700 rpm

Maximum torque

22.6 N.m 2.3 kgf.m / 8,200 rpm

Transmission

6-speed, return

Final Drive

Chain

Primary reduction ratio

2.800 (84/30)

Gear ratios: 1st

3.000 (33/11)

Gear ratios: 2nd

1.933 (29/15)

Gear ratios: 3rd

1.444 (26/18)

Gear ratios: 4th

1.217 (28/23)

Gear ratios: 5th

1.045 (23/22)

Gear ratios: 6th

0.923 (24/26)

Final reduction ratio

3.000 (42/14)

Clutch

Wet multi-disc, manual

Frame type

Tube diamond

Rake/Trail

24° / 90 mm

Wheel travel, front

110 mm

Wheel travel, rear

116 mm

Tyre, front

100/80-17M/C 52S

Tyre, rear

130/70-17M/C 62S

Steering angle, left / right

36° / 36°

Brakes, front

Single 290 mm disc. Caliper: Dual-piston

Brakes, rear

Single 220 mm disc. Caliper: Dual-piston

Suspension, front

37 mm telescopic fork

Suspension, rear

Uni-Trak with adjustable spring preload

Dimensions (L x W x H)

1,935 x 685 x 1,075 mm

Wheelbase

1,330 mm

Ground Clearance

165 mm

Fuel capacity

11 litres

Seat height

780 mm

Curb Mass

151 kg / 152 kg (ABS)


Quotes

“The 250SL models are powered by the same liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 249cc engine. Kawasaki claims a peak output of 27.6 hp at 9700 rpm and 16.7 lb-ft. at 8200 rpm, both down from the 300 models’ parallel-Twin which claims 38.9 hp and 19.9 lb-ft. The single-cylinder models do reach their peak numbers at earlier rpms however and claim strong low- to mid-range torque. The 250SL models have their own styling to visually differentiate themselves from the 300s. The Ninja 250SL has a bit less bodywork than the Ninja 300, revealing part of the trellis frame while up front it sports a single headlamp.” ----- motorcycle.com“KAWASAKI has just unveiled two surprise new 250cc single-cylinder models for 2015, the Ninja 250SL and Z250SL. Both the new 250 models were launched for Asian markets earlier this year - the Ninja 250SL in February and the Z250SL in May. At that time it was not known they were also headed for Europe.” ----- visordown