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posted March 18, 2008 02:32 PM
with a performce full system and the dynojet kit you get almost 34 horsepower at 13000 rpms
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Sticks_n_Stones
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posted March 19, 2008 06:02 AM
heh heh heh He means a total of 34 horsepower for you bigbore minded folks around here.  Of course his numbers are incorrect though. Here is the listed stats for the 1988-2007 bike:
0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) 5.75 s
1/4 mile 14.6 s @ 88 mph
Maximum speed 105 mph (169 km/h)
Max power 36 hp (27 kW) @ 11000 rpm, 26 hp (19 kW) @ rear wheel
Max Torque 18 ft.lbf (24 Nm) @ 10000 rpm, 14 ft.lbf (19 Nm) @ rear wheel
Fuel Efficiency 55-75 mpg US
The 2008 has a tad more torque and a few less HP though. My 1988 250R ran the quarter mile in 13.2, and topped out at 125 mph indicated, probably 120 mph real. Boy it took forever to get there though! I had a good amount of mods onn it though. Stock it went 115 mph indicated. Unlike most bikes, the speedo was pretty accurate on it, too.
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Sticks_n_Stones
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posted March 19, 2008 06:05 AM
More info:
250 cc marketplace
The Ninja 250 has little direct competition within its class in the United States, partly due to it being one of the two 250 cc sport bikes sold. In Canada, Honda's 2007 introduction of the CBR125R has caused competition for Kawasaki's share in the entry-level sport bike market. The other main competitors are the other 250 cc "beginner bikes," namely the Hyosung GT250R, Honda's Rebel 250 and Nighthawk 250, the Suzuki GZ250, and the Yamaha Virago 250. With the exception of the Nighthawk (a standard) and the Hyosung, these bikes are all cruisers. None of these bikes can match the Ninja 250's greater power, 14,000 rpm redline, 6-speed gearbox, tachometer, or front and rear disc brakes.
Before the 2008 model, neither the Ninja nor these other US 250's had changed much in recent years, but outside the United States there were many advances in small-displacement, lightweight, and/or low-cost motorcycles, including several four-cylinder, sixteen-valve 250s (e.g., the Honda "Hornet" 250 or Ninja ZX-2R). That being said, the Ninja 250 enjoys a modest following among riders who appreciate its light weight and nimble handling as an amusing "track bike." The very fact that it hasn't changed much since 1988 means parts are plentiful and inexpensive, and the rider community is well established.
[edit] In competition
Since the introduction of the model in 1986, the Ninja 250 has been often used as a "starting class" bike in club racing around the world. The AFM in California has been especially involved with 250 Production racing since the bike was released, including the since faded Honda VTR250.
In 2007 (the last year of the 2nd generation EX250), the Ninja 250 of Hambone Racing, won the Overall Mini Endurance Championship with the Central Motorcycle Roadracing Association (CMRA). Piloted by CMRA longtimers Chuck Ergle and Keith Hertell, this marked the only time a Ninja 250 had ever won a CMRA Mini Endurance Championship.
Starting in 2008, the WSMC will have a class (The Ninja Cup) dedicated to the model.
[edit] 2008 Changes
For the 2008 model year, the Ninja 250 increased in price by $500 US, to $3,499, and saw the first major design changes in some two decades.
The most significant changes are the loss of the center stand, an overall more modern look, and increasing the wheel size to 17",. The front brake was also enlarged, the front suspension was increased in diameter and the dual exhaust was changed to a 2 into 1 layout. The addition of a fuel gauge, a rarity in motorcycles, and the choice to make the speedometer more prominent than the tachometer imply an emphasis on attracting new riders rather than enthusiasts.
The engine and drive train are 70% new, retaining only 30% of the older models parts. Compression and maximum torque have been lowered for 20% better midrange performance. These changes add up to a signifigant improvement over the previous model.
From Wikipedia under "250 Ninja stats".
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LeoVinceZX14
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posted March 20, 2008 08:29 AM
Can you have fun with...30 HP?
Guys:
The '08 is getting a full exhaust and carb rejet in the next few months and stickier tires when the factory rubber wears out. For the record when the picture was posted that puppy only has 100 miles on the clock. Once "tuned" she will wrinkle the pavement with about 31 HP...at the wheel! Jokes aside, I am looking forward to taking it for a spin around some good corners later this summer when I catch up with my bro.
Ride safe...
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posted April 06, 2008 03:58 AM
250 Ninja piped, jetted and ready to play..
Guys:
Here you go. 35 odd HP of stupid fun. My brother went with a Yoshimura full system and jet kit. Good for like a 20% increase in peak power. Imagine if we get that much from just a pipe and PC III on 14's?
Pipe installed and rear fender tossed.
Pretty sweet for a 250.
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stevewfl
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posted April 06, 2008 09:47 AM
wow I heard yhrough the grapevine the aftermarket is alrerady producing for this bike. that is NICE!
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