The Kawasaki ZXR 250c motorcycle specifications include a 249 cc (15.19 cu in) engine, power of 45 hp (32.8 kW) @ 16,000 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 162 kg (357.1 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki ZXR 250c compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
About 39% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 32nd percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 64% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 24th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 22% lighter than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 25th percentile across Kawasaki models.
Very close to the Kawasaki database average. Around the 41st percentile across Kawasaki models.
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
45 hp — more powerful than about 32% of Kawasaki models with power data.
249 cc — larger displacement than about 24% of Kawasaki models.
162 kg — heavier than about 25% of Kawasaki models, or lighter than about 75%.
15 L — larger than about 41% of Kawasaki fuel tanks in this database.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 110/70-17 |
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| Rear tire size | 140/55-18 |
| Front tire width | 110 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Front rim diameter | 17 in |
| Rear tire width | 140 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 55% |
| Rear rim diameter | 18 in |
| Engine oil capacity | 2.60 L (2.75 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 300 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.278 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 277.8 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 180.7 hp/L |
Model information
| Year released | 1991 |
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| Category | Sport |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 249 cc (15.19 cu in) |
| Power | 45 hp (32.8 kW) @ 16,000 rpm |
| Torque | 24.0 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs) @ 11,000 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 12.4:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Oil capacity | 2.60 L (2.75 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multi wet plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | aluminum |
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| Front suspension | Inverted forks |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. 2 piston caliper |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. single piston caliper |
| Front tire | 110/70-17 |
| Rear tire | 140/55-18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 162 kg (357.1 lb) |
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| Dry weight | 141 kg (310.9 lb) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 L (3.96 US gal) |
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| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 L (0.79 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.00 L/100 km (20.0 km/l or 47.04 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 116.0 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 215.0 km/h (133.6 mph) |
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| 0–100 km/h | 3.80 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3191 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Exhaust system | 4 into 1 |
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| Price as new | US$ 4000. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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