Kawasaki Ninja 250

The Ninja series from Kawasaki has always been a head-turner, and so is this baby, the Ninja 250. For this, Yamaha has taken styling cues from the flagship Ninja H2 and paid great attention to its large bodywork and detailing. The fit and finishing of the superbike are top class.

The sharp front section features the chiseled full fairing, and the twin LED headlamps. The Ninja 250’s instrumental cluster is the same as the one that we see on the Ninja 650 and imparts a very racy vibe. The analog-digital console has a very tidy approach. The large dial for the tachometer will surely let the rider to rev the engine higher on the open roads.

Further, the fuel tank is well contoured, especially in the place where the rider locks his knees. This makes for better handling and comfort.

Without any doubt, Ninja 250 is a great performer on the road. The increase in power delivery has seen the fun-to-ride parameter surge higher up. The updated engine is much more responsive than it used to be. The mechanical numbers come at a very high rev range, something that will thrill the riders who keep a tap on the tachometer while riding.

Although 795 mm seat height is not the highest in the segment, it is good enough for all riders. The overall curb weight of 164 kgs is also quite manageable. The bike has an abundant amount of torque available at lower revs, which makes the ride equally smooth while commuting in the city.

Another exciting feature of baby Ninja is the radiator fan cover, a setup that directs the engine heat away from the rider’s body parts. This significantly reduces the rider's discomfort level while idling in a halted traffic and keeps the engine bay cooler. 

The latest Kawasaki Ninja 250 has seen the engine reworked, and as a result, it makes more power in comparison to the model it replaced. The 249-cc powertrain comes with liquid-cooling and four valves per cylinder capable of generating 39 PS of maximum power at a whopping 12,500 rpm and 23.5 Nm of peak torque at 10,000 rpm. The produced power is transferred to the wheels through a 6-speed gearbox.

The Baby Ninja has a great stopping power too. The force comes from a 310 mm disc brake up front while the rear wheel has a 220 mm unit. Both the sides have dual-piston calipers for sharper feedback. Besides this, the thick and sticky wheels help to keep the Ninja firmly planted on the turf, even when you try to test its limits. The sturdy wheels would be able to prevent a mishap from skidding in all the situations, be it hard braking or leaning at a right angle around a corner.

Kawasaki Ninja 250 is one of the most potent fully-faired sports motorcycles available in the Malaysian market. If you are looking for a good starter bike to begin a lifetime of riding, it is not only prettier and faster but also a much better all-rounder than before. It really manages to keep up the name of the Ninja series, though being a little on the expensive side.