KawasakiDiscontinued 2019motorcycleSports naked249 cc

Kawasaki Z250

The Kawasaki Z250 is a discontinued 249 cc liquid-cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. BikeWale lists 31.5 bhp @ 11,000 rpm maximum power and 21 Nm @ 10,000 rpm maximum torque. It has a 17 L fuel tank and a 168 kg kerb weight.

Engine
249 cc
Max power
31.5 bhp @ 11,000 rpm
Max torque
21 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
Claimed mileage
26 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Fuel tank
17 L
Kerb weight
168 kg

About the Kawasaki Z250

Overview

The Kawasaki Z250 is a sports naked motorcycle from Kawasaki. It has been discontinued (production ended around 2019). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Naked and roadster bikes pair a lively engine with an upright riding position and little or no fairing, which makes them easy to live with every day. With a 249 cc engine it sits in the 150–250 cc class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 249 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine that makes 31.5 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 21 Nm of torque at 10,000 rpm. Peak torque comes high up, at 10,000 rpm, so it rewards revving. Its bore is wider than its stroke (62 mm x 41.2 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 190 PS per tonne; by that measure, it is lively, with easy overtakes and relaxed highway speeds. The claimed top speed is 200 km/h. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

It is built around a tube diamond steel frame. Suspension is by telescopic fork at the front and Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock at the rear. Braking is by a disc at the front and a disc at the rear. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres — 110/70-17 at the front and 140/70-17 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 785 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 168 kg ready to ride. Ground clearance is 145 mm — adequate, though tall speed breakers need care. It is 2,010 mm long, with 1,400 mm between the axles. Its 17 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 26 Kmpl work out to roughly 442 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes an analogue and digital instrument console, an LED headlamp and distance-to-empty readout.

Owning one

The manufacturer's warranty is 2 years or 30,000 km. For the Kawasaki Z250, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹6,999 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to riders who want performance with an upright, everyday-friendly posture. Its low seat also makes it approachable for shorter and newer riders.

Care notes for this model

Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Kawasaki Z250 specifications

These figures come from a single publication (BikeWale) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
249 cc
Configuration
4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled Parallel Twin
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Fuel system
Fuel Injection
Ignition
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Maximum power
31.5 bhp @ 11,000 rpm
Maximum torque
21 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
Claimed mileage
26 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Top speed
200 kmph
Transmission
6 Speed Manual
Gears
6-speed
Final drive
Chain Drive
Compression ratio
11.3:1
Bore x stroke
62 mm x 41.2 mm
Cylinders
2

Dimensions & capacity

Length
2010 mm
Width
750 mm
Height
1025 mm
Wheelbase
1,400 mm
Ground clearance
145 mm
Seat height
785 mm
Kerb weight
168 kg
Fuel tank
17 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc
Rear brake
Disc
Front suspension
Telescopic Fork
Rear suspension
Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock
Front tyre
110/70-17
Rear tyre
140/70-17
Wheels
Alloy
Tyre type
Tubeless

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Tube Diamond Steel

Electricals

Battery
Maintenance Free
Headlamp
LED
Instrument console
Analogue and Digital
Tail lamp
LED

Features & technology

  • Distance-to-empty readout

Sources: BikeWale, BikeDekho, ZigWheels

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Owning the Kawasaki Z250

  • Claimed mileage

    26 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)

    Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.

  • Estimated range

    about 442 km

    Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.

  • Manufacturer warranty

    2 Years or 30,000 Km

    Terms and conditions apply.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹6,999

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Kawasaki Z250

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc and Disc brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Coolant & cooling system

    A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 110/70-17 / 140/70-17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    The battery is listed as Maintenance Free. Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Kawasaki bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationKawasaki Z250Kawasaki Ninja 250Kawasaki Ninja 300Kawasaki Versys-X 300
Engine249 cc249 cc296 cc296 cc
Max power31.5 bhp @ 11,000 rpm—38.88 bhp @ 11,000 rpm38.8 bhp @ 11500 rpm
Max torque21 Nm @ 10,000 rpm21.7 Nm @ 10000 rpm26.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm26 Nm @ 10000 rpm
Claimed mileage26 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)———
Gears6-speed6-speed6-speed6 speed
Kerb weight168 kg—179 kg175 kg
Fuel tank17 L18.16 Litres17 L17 litres
Front brakeDiscSingle disc, 260 mmDiscDisc, 290 mm, 2 piston caliper
Rear brakeDiscSingle disc, 220 mmDiscDisc, 220 mm, 2 piston caliper

Kawasaki Z250 specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

Fuel injection
Petrol is delivered by an electronically controlled injector instead of a carburettor, which helps with easy starting and steady fuel economy.
Liquid cooling
Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Kawasaki Z250 has a 249 cc engine, described as 4-stroke, liquid-cooled parallel twin.

The Kawasaki Z250 is rated at 31.5 bhp @ 11,000 rpm maximum power and 21 Nm @ 10,000 rpm maximum torque.

The claimed figure for the Kawasaki Z250 is 26 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.

The Kawasaki Z250 has Disc at the front and Disc at the rear.

The Kawasaki Z250 runs 110/70-17 at the front and 140/70-17 at the rear on alloy wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc and Disc brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

Multiplying the claimed 26 Kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho) by the 17 L tank gives roughly 442 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.

The manufacturer states a warranty of 2 Years or 30,000 Km. Terms and conditions apply.

No. The Kawasaki Z250 has been discontinued (production ended around 2019). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.

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