The Kawasaki ZZ-R 250 motorcycle specifications include a 248 cc (15.13 cu in) engine, power of 33 hp (24.1 kW), a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 148 kg (326.3 lb).
Key specifications
How the Kawasaki ZZ-R 250 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 55% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 24th percentile across Kawasaki models.
About 64% lower than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 17th 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.
33 hp — more powerful than about 24% of Kawasaki models with power data.
248 cc — larger displacement than about 17% of Kawasaki models.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.223 hp/kg |
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| Power-to-weight | 223.0 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 133.1 hp/L |
Model information
| Year released | 2002 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 248 cc (15.13 cu in) |
| Power | 33 hp (24.1 kW) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
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| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 148 kg (326.3 lb) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2230 hp/kg |
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