• 2-into-1 system contributes to the Ninja 250R’s low and mid-range torque and smooth, step-free power curve

• Slightly upswept silencer extensively tested to determine chamber size, connecting pipe length and diameter to achieve least noise and most power

• Meets strict emissions with dual catalyzers; one in the collector pipe and the other in the silencer

• Using two catalyzers minimizes the power loss

• Positioning the first catalyzer as close to the exhaust ports maximizes its efficiency as well

• Intake and exhaust ports contribute to good off-idle response and smooth power delivery Valve timing and lift designed for strong low

• and mid-range torque

• Direct valve actuation helps ensure reliable high-rpm operability

• Thin heads and stems on valves for reduced reciprocating weight

• Compact parallel-twin design offers good mass centralization for superior handling

• Tuned to deliver smooth, step-free power with an emphasis on low and mid-range power for rider-friendly response

• Pistons feature reinforced heads and strengthening in the pin boss area for increased durability

• Thick piston (longitudinally) rings help prevent oil consumption

• Combustion chamber design optimized to maximize combustion efficiency and reduce emissions

• Ample highrpm performance will please riders using the full range of the engine

• Fine-tuned twin Keihin CVK30 carburetors offer good power feel and low fuel consumption

• Prevents loose cam chain and reduces power-robbing friction loss

• Eliminating mechanical noise allows the use of a freer flowing exhaust for a better performance

• Complex construction with reinforcing ribs helps eliminate airbox reverberation and reduce intake noise

• Air filter accessible from the side, for easy replacement

• Latest generation Denso radiator offers superior cooling with minimal space and weight

• Ring-fan uses a quiet-running motor that also saves space

• Fins on the lower side of the crankcase further helps cool the engine

• Involute splines reduce friction and backlash between gears and shafts for easier gear meshing and smooth shifting under power

• Spring-type clutch damper reduces jerkiness at very low speeds and minimizes shocks when rolling on and off the throttle for a smoother clutch feel

• Paper-base friction plates help increase clutch durability

• Sturdy and durable diamond-style frame of thick-walled steel tubing offers confidence-inspiring stability at both high and low speeds

• Beefy swingarm bracket contributes to the frame’s rigidity and helps achieve an ideal chassis stiffness balance

• Square-tube swingarm with a 60 x 30mm cross-section further adds to rigidity

• 37mm telescopic front fork with firm settings contribute to the Ninja 250R’s smooth, stable handling and enhanced ride control

• UNI-TRAK® rear suspension compliments the rigid frame and provides great road holding ability

• Rear shock features 5-way adjustable preload, enabling ride height to be maintained whether riding solo or with a passenger

• Features 17” wheels like its larger supersport brothers

• Low-profile sportbike tires on wide rims contribute to its easy, neutral handling at low speeds

• Large-diameter, 290mm front petal disc and a balanced action two-piston caliper offers excellent braking performance and a natural, direct feeling at the lever

• Two-piston caliper grips the rear 220mm petal disc

• Natural riding position with slightly forward-slanting seat and wide, raised handlebars

• Styling, fit and finish of striking full-fairing bodywork match its Ninja supersport siblings

• Aggressive dual-lamp headlight design, slim tail cowl and separate seats further enhance the supersport look

• Front cowling and windscreen offer the rider a substantial amount of wind protection

• Two helmet holders conveniently located under the rear seat

• Under-seat storage can hold a U-lock or similar device

• Two hooks under the tail and the rear passenger pegs provide anchor points for securing items to the rear of the bike

• Instrument panel features an easy-to-read, large-face analog speedometer along with an analog tachometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge and warning lights

• Compact parallel-twin design

• Superior engineering produces sport bike power with broad usable torque

• Good mass centralization for superior handling

• Liquid cooling provides consistent engine temperatures and allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower and long engine life

• Auxiliary cooling fan maintains optimum temperature for best performance, fuel economy and reliability

• Provides maximum valve area for optimum flow

• Better flow for more power at high rpm and strong low-end torque

• Compact combustion chamber for increased compression ratio without detonation on today’s gasolines

• Precise fuel metering provides uniform power delivery at all engine speeds

• Quick throttle response

• Microprocessor-controlled timing never needs adjustment

• Ultra-responsive to engine needs

• Translates into a gear for all speeds, excellent acceleration and relaxed highway cruising

• Has a Kawasaki exclusive, the Positive Neutral Finder, which means riders can find neutral easily, every time at a stop with just a lift of the shift pedal from first gear

• Offers rider wind protection for more comfort

• Incorporates large, easy-to-read instruments with two resettable trip meters

• Stylish lower fairing completes the Ninja® image

• High-tensile steel perimeter frame

• Lightweight, with superior rigidity for more precise handling and better control

• Large-diameter fork tubes with thin walls for light weight and exceptional rigidity

• Progressive rate provides a smoother, more controlled ride

• Lightweight aluminum components provide quick suspension response

• Lower center of gravity for better handling

• Wide, modern 17-inch rims fit low-profile, high-performance tires

• Disc is drilled for better cooling and reduced unsprung weight

• Dual-piston caliper for increased braking effectiveness

• Powerful and controllable

• Single-piston caliper

• Sidestand permits easy parking, while centerstand makes for easy cleaning or servicing

• Affordable suggested retail price

• Most compact engine in its category, helps reduce the dimensions of the entire motorcycle

• Triangular crank and transmission shaft layout makes it short from front to back

• Semi-dry sump oil system reduces overall engine height

• The narrow pitch of the chrome composite plated aluminum cylinders helps reduce engine width

• Tuned to deliver smooth, responsive power in the low-to mid-rpm range for exceptional roll-on response – ideal in negotiating city traffic

• 180-degree crankshaft plus balancer shaft smoothes engine pulses

• Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling

• Muffler with 3-way catalyzer and bullettip opening is mounted below the engine to help lower the center of gravity and aid weight centralization

• Keeps engine temperatures consistent for long engine life and sustained power during hard use

• Allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower

• Coolant is routed through the engine cases reducing the number of external hoses

• Utilizes 38mm Keihin throttle bodies with ECU controlled sub throttle valves for optimum performance and rideability

• Sub throttles, located behind the main throttle valves, give the DFI system a more precise throttle response, similar to a constant velocity carburetor

• Automatic fast idle system makes starting and warm-up easy

• Precise fuel injection and exhaust catalyzer significantly reduce emissions

• Microprocessor controlled timing never requires adjustment and is ultra responsive to engine needs

• Spark plug mounted “stick” ignition coils are compact and help reduce weight

• Cassette style transmission with the shafts and shift drum in a compact layout that is easily removed as a single unit from the case for easier maintenance

• Trellis frame is small and light and Narrow at the knees and feet for increased rider comfort and control

• Designed using 3-dimensional computer analysis to achieve the optimum stiffness balance for better handling

• Aluminum gull-wing swingarm and offset, laydown single rear shock complement the frame design via an integrated line flowing from the steering head to the rear hub

• Short, compact frame and engine design allows the swingarm to be longer, which helps improve overall handling

• Showa shock has adjustable preload and rebound damping and uses a free piston and two-stage damping valves for smooth action during initial compression that becomes much firmer near the end of the stroke for a more planted feel

• 41mm Inverted fork with stiff springs combines the best of dual sport and sportbike-type suspensions, to deliver excellent performance over a wide range of conditions

• Tapered, relatively short outer tubes help provide the ideal stiffness balance to compliment chassis settings

• Fork height, preload and rebound damping can all be adjusted to fine-tune the suspension to specific conditions or riding styles

• Braking duties handled by dual 300mm front petal discs with two-piston calipers and a single 220mm rear petal disc with a single-piston caliper

• Same rotor design as found on the Ninja supersport machines, petal design rotors offer improved cooling and warp resistance

• Also found on the Ninja ZX™-6R and ZX-10R; the six-spoke design requires much less material between spokes so that the rim thickness is thinner and overall wheel weight is reduced

• Each part of the two-piece seat was designed with a different thickness and firmness of foam to optimize comfort for both rider and passenger

• Passenger seat and grab bars were designed to provide a natural seating position for added comfort

• Easy-to-read instrument panel has a large analog tachometer and digital readout for the speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, dual trip meters and clock. White LED backlighting provides increased visibility at night

• Three different settings, each 20mm apart, allows riders to set the windscreen height to suit their preferences

• Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve fuel injected twin cylinder delivers smooth, responsive performance, especially in the low to medium rpm range

• Excellent mid-range power, exceptional roll-on response and impressive passing performance make even commuter traffic enjoyable

• Silky smooth engine vibes via a 180° crankshaft driven balancer shaft, which in turn drives the water pump

• Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling

• Lightweight plug-mounted ignition coils deliver a hot spark and save space

• Wide radiator offers plenty of cooling efficiency

• New coolant routing travels directly to the engine cases, then on to the cylinder and head through internal passages, which reduces external plumbing and keep the cooling system simple

• Fine-tuned shift lever position is easy to use

• Fuel injection settings permit a healthy bottom-end torque while letting the engine rev fast

• Sub-throttle valve equipped 38mm Keihin throttle bodies offer optimum performance and rideability

• Located behind the main throttle valves, the sub-throttles are controlled by the DFI® system ECU for a precise throttle response, similar to a constant-velocity carburetor

• Auto-fast idle system simplifies starting and helps ensure the catalyzer reaches optimum temperature quickly

• The lightweight fuel pump is mounted inside the fuel tank.

• Powerful twin-cylinder engine is the most compact in its category, which helps reduce the dimension of the entire motorcycle and allows use of a slim, minimalist frame

• Triangular setup of the crankshaft and transmission shafts makes the engine short front-to-back

• Transmission input shaft, output shaft and change drum are contained in a “cassette”-style package that allows a compact layout and eases transmission maintenance chores

• Semi-dry sump design reduces engine height

• Plated, linerless aluminum cylinders with a narrow cylinder pitch keep the engine light and slim

• Efficient fuel injection and a three-way catalyzer inside the exhaust produce very low emissions, able to pass the stringent Euro-III emission regulations

• Utilizes a compact and light 300-cell catalyzer unit

• Under-engine muffler placement improves mass centralization and the bike’s low center of gravity

• The exhaust pipe bend and under-engine muffler arrangement contribute to the ER-6n’s attractive styling

• Rubber upper-rear engine mounts decrease the vibration transferred to the rider through the seat

• Handlebar is rubber-mounted to lessen vibration transmitted through the handle grips

• Rider and passenger footpegs are rubber coated to further reduce vibration

• Frame has all the key ER-6n elements — slim, low, lightweight and compact design that is narrow at the knees and footpegs for rider comfort and control

• The strong, high-tensile steel trellis frame not only looks lightweight, but it is – rivaling that of aluminum frames

• Featuring balanced rigidity, achieved through extensive 3D analysis translates directly into superb handling

• The frame, rear suspension and swingarm designs flow together with an integrated line running from the steering head to the rear hub

• Short front-to-back dimensions of the engine allow for a long swingarm and a short wheelbase combination that contributes to the light and nimble handling

• Swingarm stiffness to balance the frame rigidity – due primarily to the rubber engine mounts

• The D-shaped cross-section swingarm, stabilizer, chain adjuster design and elegant one-piece rider/passenger footpeg stays complement to the ER-6n’s high-quality appearance

• Front and rear suspension settings to match the frame and swingarm rigidity values for lighter, rider-friendly handling

• Shape of the 41mm fork lower ends around the axle shaft adds to the bike’s performance and high quality image

• An ideal handlebar, seat and footpeg relationship results in a comfortable and natural riding position suiting a wide range of riders

• Frame narrows just aft of the fuel tank enabling a slimmer seat, making the reach to the ground even easier

• The offset single-shock rear suspension layout with the battery located beside the shock instead of beneath it allows a lower seat height as well

• Low seat height and slim overall design make it easy to plant both feet firmly on the ground when stopped

• Aluminum passenger grips are positioned and shaped for easy grabbing by the passenger

• Angular, stacked dual headlight and its shroud contribute to the ER-6n’s masculine image and features two position lights

• Headlights can be adjusted behind the headlight cover

• Reinforcing the ER-6n’s masculine styling, the sharp, edgy radiator shrouds feature integrated front turn signals with clear lenses and orange bulbs and forward-leaning lines

• A flush-surface fuel cap and its sharp-edged motif give the tank a distinctive look

• The new ER-6n’s compact front-to-rear appearance is enhanced by the short front cowl, short rear cowl with its LED tail light and shrouds that start behind the front fork

• Finishing out the bike’s aggressive image is a sharp tail cowl design featuring a slimmer rear mud flap and turn signals that can also function as hazard lights

• A long front fender keeps the mud splashing to a minimum and its two-tone design matches the ER-6n’s light, compact theme

• An inner rear fender helps keep the underside of the tail cowl clean

• Storage options include four tie-down hooks for baggage or a spare helmet to be secured to the seat and a storage space under the seat with room for a U-lock or similar device

• Mirror design is a similar supersport-style and offer an unparalleled rear view

• Dual 300mm front petal disc brakes with twin 27mm piston front brake calipers and a single 220mm rear petal disc deliver plenty of braking power

• Housed in a curved brake master cylinder reservoir , the front brake lever utilizes an optimized ball-joint and pivot location to deliver smooth actuation of its 14mm master cylinder piston

• Attractive six-spoke supersport-style wheels augment the bike’s light look while reducing unsprung weight

• Stacked instrument cluster has a sharp design and clean layout with an analog speedometer that uses white LED backlights for excellent visibility at night

• The multi-function LCD screen has amber backlighting and its features include a fuel gauge, bar-style digital tachometer, clock, odometer and dual trip meters

• Inner cover inside the front cowl provides a clean appearance in this area

• Handlebar mount design and curved shapes on the brake master cylinder reservoir and clutch lever contribute further to the ER-6n’s masculine appearance

• Outstanding low and mid-range torque

• Street-oriented performance

• Comfortable and sporty riding position

• Uniquely aggressively styling

• Compact, narrow and lightweight design

• Cam profiles optimized for low-mid rpm power

• Heavy flywheel mass gives a more satisfying mid-range power feeling

• High-performance ECU maintains optimum tuning parameters

• Ultra-fine injectors and 36mm throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles deliver an ultra-smooth response across the rev-range

• Dual mufflers in a 4-2-1-2 arrangement contributes to a healthy mid-range performance, while dual-outlet muffler caps help foster the Z1000’s aggressive quad-pipe look

• Exhaust valve on the right-side muffler (just upstream of the silencer) helps “tune” back-pressure waves for enhanced response in the low-mid range

• Iridium plugs deliver a hotter spark for high combustion efficiency

• Transmission gearing complements the low-mid range torque performance

• Ball bearing shift lever and shift drum contribute to a smooth shifting with superb feel at the lever

• Clutch springs with a low spring rate equal a light clutch feel

• Lightweight radiator keeps the engine cool without adding excessive pounds

• Semi-rigid mounted engine utilized as a stressed member to provide optimal chassis flex during high performance riding

• Engine mounts located behind the cylinder, closer to the engine’s center of gravity, transmit less engine vibration to the rider for a much improved ride quality

• Pressed aluminum swingarm, swingarm bracket and engine mounts combined for a less rigid frame, allowing better chassis feedback and less engine vibration

• 41 mm inverted front fork delivers brilliant steering performance

• Fork damping rates go from smooth action at the top of the stroke to firm damping at the bottom for a comfortable feeling that makes the bike easier to ride and more adept at high performance maneuvers

• Tuned to complement the front fork, the bottom-link Uni-Trak rear suspension features a nitrogen gas charged shock with piggy back reservoir

• Radial-mount brake calipers and radial-pump front brake master cylinder offer precise brake control and superb feel at the lever

• Triple petal brake discs offer better cooling and warp resistance and less unsprung weight

• A 250 mm rear disc offers abundant rear brake control

• Instrumentation gives at-a-glance information to the rider

• Analog-style tachometer provides quick and clear rpm data

• LCD features a digital speedometer, odometer, tripmeter, water temp, fuel gauge and clock

• Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve fuel injected twin cylinder delivers smooth, responsive performance, especially in the low to medium rpm range

• Excellent mid-range power, exceptional roll-on response and impressive passing performance make even commuter traffic enjoyable

• Silky smooth engine vibes via a 180° crankshaft driven balancer shaft, which in turn drives the water pump

• Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling

• Lightweight plug-mounted ignition coils deliver a hot spark and save space

• 40mm wider radiator offers increased cooling efficiency

• Coolant routing travels directly to the engine cases, then follows internal passages to the cylinder and head to reduce external plumbing and simplify the entire cooling system

• Finetuned shift lever position is easier to use

• Revised fuel injection settings boosts the engine’s bottom-end torque while letting it rev quicker

• Sub-throttle valve equipped 38mm Keihin throttle bodies offer optimum performance and rideability

• Located behind the main throttle valves, the sub-throttles are controlled by the DFI® system’s ECU for a precise throttle response, similar to a constant-velocity carburetor

• Auto-fast idle system simplifies starting and helps ensure that the catalyzer reaches optimum temperature quickly

• New, lightweight fuel pump mounted inside the fuel tank.

• Powerful twin-cylinder engine is the most compact in its category, which helps reduce the dimension of the entire motorcycle and allows use of a slim, minimalist frame

• Triangular setup of the crankshaft and transmission shafts makes the engine short front-to-back

• Transmission input shaft, output shaft and change drum are contained in a “cassette”-style package that allows a compact layout and eases transmission maintenance chores

• Semi-dry sump design reduces engine height

• Plated, linerless aluminum cylinders with a narrow cylinder pitch keep the engine light and slim

• Efficient fuel injection and a three-way catalyzer inside the exhaust produce very low emissions, able to pass the stringent Euro-III emission regulations

• New 300-cell catalyzer is more compact and lighter than previous 200-cell unit

• Under-engine muffler placement improves mass centralization and the bike’s low center of gravity

• Rubber mounts replace the rigid upper-rear engine mounts to reduce the amount of vibration transferred to the rider through the seat

• Handlebar is rubber-mounted to lessen vibration transmitted through the handle grips

• Rider and passenger footpegs are rubber coated to further reduce vibration

• All-new frame which retains the key Ninja 650R elements — a slim, low, lightweight and compact design that is narrow at the knees and footpegs for rider comfort and control

• Featuring reduced rigidity, the strong, high-tensile steel trellis frame not only looks lightweight, but it is – rivaling that of aluminum frames

• Ideal frame stiffness balance achieved through extensive 3D analysis translates directly into superb handling

• The frame, rear suspension and swingarm designs flow together with an integrated line running from the steering head to the rear hub

• Short front-to-back dimensions of the engine allow for a long swingarm and a short wheelbase combination that contributes to the light and nimble handling

• Cleaner frame joint finishes improve overall quality of the bike

• Swingarm stiffened to balance the reduction of the frame’s rigidity – due primarily to the rubber engine mounts

• Swingarm now has a D-shaped cross-section

• The new swingarm and revised stabilizer design further contribute to the Ninja 650R’s higher-quality appearance

• Elegant one-piece rider/passenger footpeg stays complement the new swingarm and stabilizer

• Revised chain adjuster design also contributes to the improved appearance

• New front and rear suspension settings match the changes to the frame and swingarm for lighter, more rider-friendly handling

• New shape of the 41mm fork lower ends around the axle shaft add to the bike’s performance and enhance its high-quality image

• An ideal handlebar, seat and footpeg relationship results in a comfortable and natural riding position suiting a wide range of riders

• Frame narrowed just aft of the fuel tank enabled a slimmer seat, making the reach to the ground even easier

• The offset single-shock rear suspension layout with the battery located beside the shock instead of beneath it allows a lower seat height as well

• Low seat height and slim overall design make it easy to plant both feet firmly on the ground when stopped

• Dual 300mm front petal disc brakes with twin 27mm piston front brake calipers and a single 220mm rear petal disc deliver plenty of braking power

• New front brake master cylinder houses a new ball-joint and revised pivot location to deliver smoother actuation of its new 14mm master cylinder piston

• New dual headlight design features multi-reflector bulb hoods and the twin position lights – like its Ninja supersport brethren

• Rider comfort is improved via a lip at the top of the revised windscreen, which helps deflect air away from the rider, along with a duct in the center of the cowling that creates an “air curtain” to reduce wind buffeting at higher speeds

• New, taller fuel tank – especially noticeable when viewed from the side –adds to the bike’s crouching appearance and allows fuel capacity to remain the same despite adding a fuel level sensor – for the new fuel gauge

• A flush-surface fuel cap and its sharp-edged motif give the new tank a distinctive new look

• Sharper, edged lines give the Ninja 650R a more aggressive, crouching supersport look, yet the bodywork still accentuates the frame

• Distinctive Ninja supersport design elements of the front cowling and the fairings, such as the judicious combination of colored and black panels enhance its sportier image and compact appearance

• New integrated front turn signals with clear lenses and orange bulbs

• Completing the bike’s aggressive sport appearance is a sharper tail cowling featuring a thin new LED taillight, revised rear turn signals, new license plate bulb housing and a slimmer rear mud flap

• An inner rear fender was added to help keep the underside of the sleek new tail cowl clean

• The turn signals also function as flashing hazard lights

• A new longer front fender keeps mud splashing to a minimum and its two-tone design matches the Ninja 650R’s light, compact theme

• Storage options include four tie-down hooks for baggage or a spare helmet to be secured to the seat and a storage space under the seat with room for a U-lock or similar device

• Mirror design is a similar supersport-style to that on the new Ninja ZX™-6R

• Positioned 14mm further out from the centerline, they also offer an improved rear view

• Attractive six-spoke supersport-style wheels augment the bike’s light look while reducing unsprung weight

• New MotoGP-inspired multi-function instrumentation, which includes a new fuel gauge, digital speedometer, clock, odometer, dual trip meters and a bar-style digital tachometer

• The new layout allows the clock and trip meter to be viewed simultaneously

• Red backlighting for the LCD screen adds to the sporty image while the area around the instrument panel presents a clean, finished front cowl interior

• Redesigned handlebar holder and new curved shapes on the brake master cylinder reservoir and clutch lever contribute further to the Ninja 650R’s improved appearance