KAWASAKI Ninja 250R (2009-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Kawasaki Ninja 250R, also known as the EX250, was a sports bike manufactured by Kawasaki from 1986 until the present (2023). The motorcycle entered the market as an entry-level sports machine and underwent several changes in its lifetime. Also, the bike was replaced by the Ninja 300 in some markets.

In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Ninja 250R, a sports machine with the latest significant revision in 2008, with its exterior redesigned, bringing its 1990s appearance into late 2000s sports bikes.

The bike's engine compression and torque were lowered to offer better mid-range performance, improving its low engine speed response and making it run smoother and more accessible to ride.

Also, the bike received larger 17-inch wheels, an improved front suspension system, and the brake discs were replaced by larger ones with a petal design.

The 2009 Ninja 250R packed standard features, such as a full fairing with a single headlight unit, a small windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a chromed exhaust system mounted on the right side of the bike, and lightweight six-spoke aluminum wheels.

The 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R had installed a 249cc four-stroke parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, managed by two Keihin carburetors. As for the power figures, the engine delivered an output power of 33 hp with maximum strength at 11,000 rpm and 22 Nm (16 lb-ft) torque at 9,500 rpm.