Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL vs KTM RC 250 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL and KTM RC 250, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL priced at RM 16,689 while the KTM RC 250 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 21,500. Comparing the technical specifications, KTM RC 250 engine displacement is 248.8 while the Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL houses a 249 engine.

Brand	Kawasaki Malaysia	KTM Malaysia
Off Road Price*	RM 16,689 Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL Price	RM 21,500
Variant	Ninja 250 SL Standard	KTM RC 250 Standard
User Rating	4.3 Ninja 250 SL reviews	4.38 RC 250 reviews
Fuel Type	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia	Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type	Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia	Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option	Electric	Electric
Displacement	249 cc	248.8 cc
Maximum Power	27.6 hp	30.8 hp

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Photo Comparision

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

	4.3/5 20 reviews	4.38/5 8 reviews
User Review Comparison	Very uncomfortable and ordinary looking The Kawasaki Ninja 250SL is not at all comfortable in comparison to other bikes available in the same price range. The seating position is very... Read More F faizin Aug 21, 2025 for Kawasaki Ninja 250 SL	Practicality infused sports bike The KTM RC 250 is one of the best bikes in the quarter litre segment. It is a perfect blend of performance, style and practicality. You get great... Read More A atan Feb 07, 2022 for KTM RC 250

From The Experts

Things we like	Lightweight handling Sharp styling Cheaper by comparison Read More	Lightweight design Beginner Friendly Cost-Effective Moto 3 like design features Best in class performance Read More
Things we don't like	Superbike ergonomics Not very practical No gear position indicator Read More	No ABS Costlier than competing models Not the best pillion seating Read More

Engine & Performance

Displacement	249 cc	248.8 cc
Maximum Power	27.6 hp	30.8 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.0 L	10.0 L
Bore X Stroke	72 mm x 61.2 mm	72 mm x 61.1 mm
Drive Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Clutch Type	Wet, Multi-Plate	--
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	--
No. Of Cylinder	1	1
Exhaust Pipes	Single Exhaust	Single Exhaust
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Engine Type	Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder	1-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine
Lubrication System	Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump	--
No. Of Strokes	4-Stroke	4-Stroke
Injection Type	Fuel Injection	--
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque	22.6 Nm	24 Nm
RPM at Maximum Power	9700 rpm	--
RPM at Maximum Torque	8200 rpm	--

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Dimension

Category	Sport	Sport
Seating Capacity	2	2
Kerb Weight	151 kg	--
Height	1075 mm	1098 mm
Length	1935 mm	1978 mm
Seat Height	780 mm	820 mm
Ground Clearance	165 mm	178.5 mm
Wheel Base	1330 mm	1340 mm
Width	685 mm	688 mm
Dry Weight	--	147 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System	Digital	--
Start Option	Electric	Electric
Fuel Type	Petrol	--
Fuel Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension	Telescopic Fork	WP USD
Rear Suspension	Uni Trak	WP Monoshock
Suspension Travel(Front)	--	125 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear)	--	150 mm

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre	130/70 ZR17	150/60 R17
Front Tyre	100/80 ZR17	110/70 R17
Rear Wheel Size	R17	R17
Tyre Type	Radial, Tubeless	Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size	R17	R17

Electrical

Battery Voltage

12 V

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS	Yes	--
Pass Switch	Yes	Yes
Stability Control	No	--
Leg Guards	No	No
Traction Control	No	No
Launch Control	No	No
Riding Modes	Sport Sport	Sport Sport
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Back Rest	No	No
Anti-Theft Alarm	No	No
Wheel Lock Front/back	No	No
Shutter Lock	No	No
Central Locking	--	No

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Console

Odometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator	No	No
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital Digital	Digital Digital
Navigator	No	No
Oil Change Indicator	Yes	--
Display Screen	Yes	Yes

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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped	Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material	Steel Steel	Steel Steel
Body Frame Type	Tube Diamond Tube Diamond	Trellis Trellis
Side Wings	Yes	Yes