KAWASAKI Ninja 300 (2014-2015) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2015, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Ninja 300, a bike that packed many of the same performance features found on larger Ninja models, such as a digital fuel injection system and an F.C.C. slipper assist clutch that reduced lever effort of up to 25 percent.

Some of the key features packed on the bike included the low seat height with tapered seats that boosted confidence for smaller riders, a sportbike bodywork with an aggressive design that set the bike apart from its lightweight competitors, and a high-tensile frame that offered optimum flex with excellent feel and agility.

Also, the bike rolled on a set of 10-spoke sportbike wheels with a sleek appearance, a six-speed manual transmission with a roller-type shift drum for smooth operation and strong gears for durability, and a Kawasaki Air Management System (KAMS) that featured a special deflector in the back of the radiator to channel the air underneath the motorcycle instead of blowing it to the rider.

In the performance department, the 2015 Kawasaki Ninja 300 had its heartbeat set by a 296cc four-stroke parallel twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 39 hp with a peak at 11,000 rpm and 27 Nm (20 lb-ft) of torque available at 10,000 rpm.

In addition, the bike was available with Genuine Kawasaki Accessories such as a color-matched seat cowl, three optional gel seats for additional comfort, a tank bag and a soft top case, a tall windscreen, and engine guards.