Kawasaki launches the naked version of the 2013 Ninja 250 as Z250 in Indonesia..
Kawasaki has launched the Z250 in Indonesia, the Z series of Kawasaki is its Naked series of bikes. The Z250 joins the naked stables of Kawasaki along with models like the Z1000 and Z800. When looked head on, the Z250 resembles a mini version of the Z800.
Lighter than the Ninja 250 by 4 Kgs and making the same amount of power and torque, the Z250 is essentially the naked/stripped version of the 2013 Ninja 250. The seat height is also delightfully low at 785 mm.
Kawasaki once more showed how important is Indonesia in its Global plans. Just like it had launched the 2013 Ninja 250 in Indonesia first than anywhere else in the world, it has again launched the Z250 in Indonesia.. where else?
Apparently Kawasaki sells the most number of the Ninja 250R in Indonesia more than anywhere in the world..!! Quite impressive i'd say for what essentially is a step thru - automatic scooter market.
Ahem, Ahem.. Kawasaki what about a Z300..??
Although Kawasaki hasn't hinted anything, it is very likely that a Z300 might make its appearance as well. Just like there is a 300 version of the 2013 Ninja 250 for markets like the US/UK/Australia. The Z250 like the 2013 Ninja 250/300 is being manufactured in Thailand.
India Kawasaki Motors (Bajaj just offers its KTM showrooms and service center to IKM..), please bring the Ninja 300 as well as a Z300 to India in 2013..!!
Kawasaki Z250 Specifications: [Source - Kawasaki Japan Site]
ENGINE
Engine Type: DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder, Parallel twin-cylinder, 4-stroke, Water-cooled
Engine Capacity: 248cm 3
Bore × Stroke: 62.0mm × 41.2mm
Compression ratio: 11.3:1
Maximum Power: 23kW (31PS) / 11,000 rpm
Maximum Torque: 21Nm (2.1kgm) / 8,500 rpm
TRANSMISSION
Transmission: 6-speed
Clutch type: Wet multi-plate
CHASSIS
Frame: Diamond
Suspension Front: Telescopic (37mm diameter inner tubes), 120 mm travel
Rear: Monoshock (Uni-track), 134 mm travel
Tyre Size Front: 110/70-17
Tyre Size Rear: 140/70-17
Brakes Front: Single disc 290 mm diameter
Brakes Rear: Single disc 220 mm diameter
DIMENSIONS
Overall width × height × length: 2,015 mm × 750mm × 1,025 mm
Center distance: 1,410 mm
Minimum ground clearance: 145mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Weight of vehicle: 168kg
Fuel tank capacity: 17 L
Related Posts
- 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250 [Aug 2012]
- Indonesia gets 2013 Ninja 250, Ninja 300 for UK, What for India [Sep 2012]
- Ride Review: Kawasaki Ninja 650R [Jun 2011]
- Ride Review: Kawasaki Ninja 250R [Feb 2011]
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2 Comments:
Oh please please PLEASE, bring this Kwacker! no Z300, just get Z250, launch it at 2.2 L and this one will be a bomb!
yeah.. came to know about this a couple of days back... should be a very potent addition on Indian roads.
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