Official photos/ initial details of the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250R
The official photos of the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250R was recently put up on the Kawasaki Japan Website. Although complete technical details/specifications are still awaited, I can almost hear Kawasaki saying: "Take that Honda..!!"
From whatever has been made public by Kawasaki, the 2013 Edition definitely grabs your attention. The 2013 Ninja 250R gets a complete styling makeover, addition of features and also some changes to the engine and chassis as well.
This 2013 upgrade should definitely make it to India soon. It will be interesting to note the price at which it is launched in India. Also will be interesting to note whether there would be any performance upgrade to an already potent package. Aaarrg..!! How I wish I was still single or had a higher paying job..!!
What’s new in the 2013 Ninja 250R?
From whatever has been made public by Kawasaki, the 2013 Edition definitely grabs your attention. The 2013 Ninja 250R gets a complete styling makeover, addition of features and also some changes to the engine and chassis as well.
This 2013 upgrade should definitely make it to India soon. It will be interesting to note the price at which it is launched in India. Also will be interesting to note whether there would be any performance upgrade to an already potent package. Aaarrg..!! How I wish I was still single or had a higher paying job..!!
What’s new in the 2013 Ninja 250R?
- Ninja ZX10R inspired sharp & aggressive styling
- Optional ABS
- Tweaks to the engine and chassis
- Digital Speedometer
- Wider 140 section rear tyre
- Dual throttle valves
- Heat management system
Styling / feature changes:
The new design seems to be heavily inspired by its 1,000cc big brother the Ninja ZX10R. The body work is edgy, sharp and with proper twin headlamps the 2013 Ninja 250R looks angrier and more aggressive. The exhaust is now chunkier and is visually substantial than the slender unit of the current one. There are additions of new features as well like a digital display console and a pass switch. But the most important addition on the 2013 Ninja 250R is the option of an ABS unit.
Engine / Chassis changes:
Under the skin the 2013 Ninja 250R gets changes to the engine and the chassis as well. The engine features new crankcases, new pistons and an all-new aluminium die-cast cylinder. The diamond-style frame has been optimised for rigidity and gets rubber engine mounts to significantly reduce engine vibration (anyway I have not found any significant vibration in the current model) further. The suspension seems to have got revised damping settings and softer spring rates both at the front and rear for increased comfort during city riding as well as a firmer feeling when sport riding. The rear tyre has been upgraded one size up now to a 140 section (the current one comes with a 130 section).
Dual Throttle valves:
Like the Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-6R, the new Ninja 250 uses a second set of ECU-controlled throttle valves to precisely regulate intake airflow for natural, linear response, improved combustion efficiency and increased power.
Heat management system:
The 2013 Ninja 250R gets large openings and fin design of the fairings that help promote airflow that assists with heat dissipation when moving. When stuck in traffic, the radiator fan cover directs hot engine air down and away from the rider, adding to increased rider comfort.
For more photos visit the official Kawasaki Japan website The new design seems to be heavily inspired by its 1,000cc big brother the Ninja ZX10R. The body work is edgy, sharp and with proper twin headlamps the 2013 Ninja 250R looks angrier and more aggressive. The exhaust is now chunkier and is visually substantial than the slender unit of the current one. There are additions of new features as well like a digital display console and a pass switch. But the most important addition on the 2013 Ninja 250R is the option of an ABS unit.
Engine / Chassis changes:
Under the skin the 2013 Ninja 250R gets changes to the engine and the chassis as well. The engine features new crankcases, new pistons and an all-new aluminium die-cast cylinder. The diamond-style frame has been optimised for rigidity and gets rubber engine mounts to significantly reduce engine vibration (anyway I have not found any significant vibration in the current model) further. The suspension seems to have got revised damping settings and softer spring rates both at the front and rear for increased comfort during city riding as well as a firmer feeling when sport riding. The rear tyre has been upgraded one size up now to a 140 section (the current one comes with a 130 section).
Dual Throttle valves:
Like the Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-6R, the new Ninja 250 uses a second set of ECU-controlled throttle valves to precisely regulate intake airflow for natural, linear response, improved combustion efficiency and increased power.
Heat management system:
The 2013 Ninja 250R gets large openings and fin design of the fairings that help promote airflow that assists with heat dissipation when moving. When stuck in traffic, the radiator fan cover directs hot engine air down and away from the rider, adding to increased rider comfort.
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- Ride Review: Kawasaki Ninja 250R [Feb 2011]
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