2016 Kawasaki Z250
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2016 Kawasaki Z250 Specifications

  • Updated: 2023-03-20

General information

ModelKawasaki Z250
Year2016

Engine and transmission

Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Power32.0 HP (23.4 kW) @ 11000 RPM
Torque21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Max RPM12500
Compression11.6:1
Bore x stroke62.0 x 41.2 mm (2.4 x 1.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
Lubrication systemForced lubrication, wet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
Transmission typeChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-disc
DrivelineO-ring chain

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeSemi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake (fork angle)26.0°
Front suspension37mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Front wheel travel119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspensionBottom-link Uni-Trak with 5-way adjustable preload
Rear wheel travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front tire110/70-17
Rear tire140/70-17
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter290 mm (11.4 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc168.0 kg (370.4 pounds)
Seat height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Overall length2085 mm (82.1 inches)
Overall width714 mm (28.1 inches)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Fuel capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
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