Kawasaki ninja 250cc 2008

The American market has been a big success for the Kawasaki Ninja sports bike range for years and years and….

Motorcycles are amazing. Can you imagine, in the highly competitive world of automobiles, that a company could bring out a particular model and continue to sell it, virtually unchanged except for a new and improved price, of course , for 20 years? This little pocket rocket was introduced in , updated for , and that same bike sold for 20 model years, essentially unchanged, through Now finally, Kawasaki has introduced a new, updated Ninja R, and it invited the press to take it out for a mile day last spring. Some 46 percent are 16 to 29 years of age, and 42 percent of all Ninja R buyers have six months or less of riding experience. Thus, the model is also important for bringing new riders to motorcycling. With these factors in mind, Kawasaki had to be very careful when updating this model to offer not only a better motorcycle for experienced riders, but also to keep it user friendly for new riders, and affordable.

Kawasaki ninja 250cc 2008

The new sleek and contemporary body styling more closely mirrors that of the model. Kawasaki wisely left off the sticker, so only a true bike-ofile would know the difference. At 5-foot-1, the new The narrow seat certainly helps those of us who belong to the inseam-challenged group or the new rider who feels most comfortable with both feet down. Being able to plant both feet firmly on the ground is one of the most cited concerns for all beginning riders who are purchasing their first bike. Once in the saddle, the seating position is a tad sportier and more forward sloping than before, but still quite upright with an easy, comfortable reach to the high and wide bars. This makes a trip through city traffic much easier than one might be if reaching for low-slung clip-ons. Reach from seat to footpegs was so comfortable I had to make myself take note. Levers are easy to command and the feel is quick and responsive. The clutch engaged rather far out, but even with my 2. New for is a large speedo right in the center, with a tach to the left and new gas gauge to the right.

A 37mm Showa 36mm on previous model front fork and a new Kayaba rear shock with five-way adjustable pre-load make for a stiffer and more precise, crisp ride.

This is a good beginner bike for those people who don't know how to ride. But I think you should practice going straight with a bicycle first otherwise you will wobble around and you might fall. The bike is really a pleasure to drive. The engine has quite much torque for a cc, especially the fuel injected model you can buy in Europe. The fuel economy, agility and the price are all spot on. The only downside with the "Ninjette" is the bodywork that has not been made for

The new sleek and contemporary body styling more closely mirrors that of the model. Kawasaki wisely left off the sticker, so only a true bike-ofile would know the difference. At 5-foot-1, the new The narrow seat certainly helps those of us who belong to the inseam-challenged group or the new rider who feels most comfortable with both feet down. Being able to plant both feet firmly on the ground is one of the most cited concerns for all beginning riders who are purchasing their first bike.

Kawasaki ninja 250cc 2008

This is a good beginner bike for those people who don't know how to ride. But I think you should practice going straight with a bicycle first otherwise you will wobble around and you might fall. The bike is really a pleasure to drive. The engine has quite much torque for a cc, especially the fuel injected model you can buy in Europe. The fuel economy, agility and the price are all spot on. The only downside with the "Ninjette" is the bodywork that has not been made for My legs don't fit well into the reserved dents on the sides, making riding fast somewhat uncomfortable. I learned to ride and got my endorsement in March I was set on the R Ninja from the moment I saw it.

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Valve Configuration. Is fuel injected in Europe. As for me I just hope the little thing keeps going, even after 18, it still feels like it did the day I took it out of the showroom, and when cleaned up it looks that way too! Similar Motorcycles. Convenience Handlebar Lock. Unusually they are all polite! B: It's fun just like biking is supposed to be. Equipment 3 out of 5 Analogue clocks only no fuel gauge looks dated. Service by main dealer until end of year 4 at at 38, miles, then by me until it head gasket went. Owners' rating 4. I saw it at last years show in Docklands and I was thinking of getting a "back up" scooter but just couldn't bring myself to do it. I could have doubled that without a doubt and no aching back or numb fingers.

Disclosure: We may get commissions for purchases made through links in this post. In , the Kawasaki Ninja R took its loyal following by surprise with a major overhaul and its slew of then-new features.

Performance wise The handling is crisp, predictable, and one of the standout NOt only is it affordable, not only is it downright sexy, not only does it get good gas mileage, it can rip a corner like nothing else. Easily chuckable round the corners and ride comfort is fine, im commuting miles aday and no complaints from my rear. The four new valves per cylinder get thinner heads to reduce reciprocating mass, and to increase flow. Anyways, Im glad I have my Ninja Brakes Front Brake Type. It keeps up with traffic, can win some traffic light GPs if you rev the nuts off it and slip the clutch, and feels eager and just a little sporty without scrunching you up or threatening to highside or lose the rear on every bend exit. This Kawasaki is still a motorbike that's capable of breaking the speed limit. I don't think they are as bad as they believe, but then I remember the JapLop tyres that I had on my Superdream back in the mists of time. Great looking bike with no power!