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The '''Kawasaki Ninja 250R''' (also known as the EX250 in the U.S., and GPX250 elsewhere in the world) is a long standing model in [[Kawasaki motorcycles|Kawasaki]]'s lineup, introduced in | The '''Kawasaki Ninja 250R''' (also known as the EX250 in the U.S., and GPX250 elsewhere in the world) is a long standing model in [[Kawasaki motorcycles|Kawasaki]]'s lineup, introduced in 1986 and continuing in production as of 2006. The 2006 model has an MSRP of $2,999 USD. The 250R is marketed as an entry level sport [[motorcycle]] intended for normal use on paved roads. Compared to present industry designs, the 250R is more a "sporty-[[Types_of_motorcycle#Standard_or_Naked|standard]]" motorcycle with a fairing than a true [[Types_of_motorcycle#Sportbike.2F_Superbikes|sportbike]] (considering its ergonomics, chassis design, and engine placement within the frame), but it is still an excellent sport machine. | ||
The 250R is light for a motorcycle, weighing just over 300 lb (135 kg) dry. Its 250 cc [[Engine_displacement|displacement]], counterbalanced, [[Engine_cooling|water cooled]] [[Four_stroke_cycle|four stroke]] engine is smooth for a [[Straight-twin|twin-cylinder]], and though not exceptionally powerful with 36 [[Horsepower|hp]] (27 kW) at best, it can easily maintain speeds in excess of 80 mph (130 km/h) while consuming fuel (87 [[Petrol#Octane_rating|octane]]) at 55 to 75 [[Gas_mileage|miles per gallon]] US (22 to 30 km/L) from its 4.8 US gallon (18 L) tank, and has a top speed of about 100 mph (160 km/h). | The 250R is light for a motorcycle, weighing just over 300 lb (135 kg) dry. Its 250 cc [[Engine_displacement|displacement]], counterbalanced, [[Engine_cooling|water cooled]] [[Four_stroke_cycle|four stroke]] engine is smooth for a [[Straight-twin|twin-cylinder]], and though not exceptionally powerful with 36 [[Horsepower|hp]] (27 kW) at best, it can easily maintain speeds in excess of 80 mph (130 km/h) while consuming fuel (87 [[Petrol#Octane_rating|octane]]) at 55 to 75 [[Gas_mileage|miles per gallon]] US (22 to 30 km/L) from its 4.8 US gallon (18 L) tank, and has a top speed of about 100 mph (160 km/h). | ||
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[[Image:Ninja250Rear.jpg|thumb|200px|2006 Kawasaki EX250-F19, rear]] | [[Image:Ninja250Rear.jpg|thumb|200px|2006 Kawasaki EX250-F19, rear]] | ||
[[Image:Ninja250Side.jpg|thumb|200px|2006 Kawasaki EX250-F19, side]] | [[Image:Ninja250Side.jpg|thumb|200px|2006 Kawasaki EX250-F19, side]] | ||
* '''EX250-E''': model sold in the from | * '''EX250-E''': model sold in the from 1986 to 1987. | ||
* '''EX250-F''': model sold in the USA and Australia from [[1988]] to present. Sold from [[1988]] to | * '''EX250-F''': model sold in the USA and Australia from [[1988]] to present. Sold from [[1988]] to 1990 in other parts of the world. Changes in bodywork, wheels, suspension, electricals and some engine specifics from the E model. | ||
* '''EX250-H''': sold primarily outside of the USA and Canada since [[1991]]; Canada received this model in | * '''EX250-H''': sold primarily outside of the USA and Canada since [[1991]]; Canada received this model in 2000, while the U.S. still has the F model. Major rework including frame, wheels, suspension and electricals; same engine as the F model. Known largely as the ZZR-250. | ||
==Specifications & performance statistics (1988-2005 EX250-F)== | ==Specifications & performance statistics (1988-2005 EX250-F)== | ||