Kawasaki Ninja 300 Revealed Officially– Quick Preview, Features And Specifications

Remember the last news on Kawasaki where we reported that the sport bike maker is planning to launch Kawasaki Ninja 300 and Kawasaki Ninja 400R in US? Well the news has turned into reality partially. Kawasaki has unveiled the Ninja 300 for Europe recently and let me tell you friends, it is going to be hit for sure.

We were definitely expecting the Ninja 400R, but Ninja 300 was least expected since the company already has Ninja 250R and there is not much difference between the two. But actually the company has planned to replace the 250R with the all new 300 and we are glad to hear that. Undoubtedly the bike looks fabulously fresh and has an aggressive design.

Kawasaki Ninja 300 Features & Design Video

The is an improved Ninja 250R you can say and equips a 4 stroke, 296 CC engine having a parallel twin configuration. Contrastingly it is fuel injected motor which can deliver a max power of 3.8 BHP at 11,000 RPM and peak torque of 27 Nm at 10,000 RPM. This liquid cooled, DOHC, 8 Valve unit is a true powerhouse and offers instantaneous thrust. Some of the highlighting things about this bike is the Diamond tube type steel frame – a brilliant frame that helps the bike aggressively without losing stability, newly designed  alloys, ABS etc.

Pricing wise it will be quite close to 250R but since it is a major improvement over the same, we think the price will be well justified.

Key Features Of Kawasaki Ninja 300

• Fuel-injected parallel twin engine with dual throttle valves
• Increased displacement (296 cc) for power and torque exceeding the class
• Superior acceleration and top speed
• Circuit-bred chassis performance
• High level of chassis stability from new frame
• Wider 140 mm rear tyre
• High-quality ride feel
• Excellent chassis stability
• Low vibration
• Excellent heat management – Reduced heat
• Changes for improved heat management mean less heat reaches the rider: Large openings in fairing, Radiator fan cover
• Available with latest-spec compact ABS unit: Specifications on par with units used on our top-of-the-line supersport models
• Advanced racing-derived technology: F.C.C. Assist & Slipper Clutch offers light clutch actuation, sporty feel, Race-style back-torque limiting function
• Brilliant styling, directly related to larger Ninja and ZZR models: Ninja ZX-10R-style floating windscreen, Dual headlights (like Ninja ZX-6R), ZZR1400-style fairing and wheel design, Sporty aluminium footpegs and complex silencer shape (like big Ninja models)
• Modern instrumentation: Analogue-style tachometer, Multi-function LCD features include fuel gauge, dual trip meters, clock, Economical Riding Indicator

Technical Specifications Of Kawasaki Ninja 300

ENGINE

• Engine type: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
• Displacement: 296 cm3
• Bore x stroke: 62.0 x 49.0 mm
• Compression ratio: 10.6:1
• Valve/Induction system: DOHC, 8 valves
• Fuel system: Fuel injection: ø32 mm x 2 (Keihin), with dual throttle valves
• Ignition: Digital
• Starting: Electric
• Lubrication: Forced lubrication, wet sump

TRANSMISSION

• Transmission: 6-speed, return
• Final Drive: Sealed chain
• Primary reduction ratio: 3.087 (71/23)
  • Gear ratios: 1st -2.714 (38/14)
  • Gear ratios: 2nd – 1.789 (34/19)
  • Gear ratios: 3rd – 1.409 (31/22)
  • Gear ratios: 4th – 1.160 (29/25)
  • Gear ratios: 5th – 1.000 (27/27)
  • Gear ratios: 6th – 0.857 (24/28)
  • Final reduction ratio – 3.000 (42/14)
• Clutch : Wet multi-disc, manual

FRAME

• Frame type: Tube diamond, steel
• Rake/Trail: 27° / 93 mm
• Wheel travel, front: 120 mm
• Wheel travel, rear: 132 mm
• Tyre, front: 110/70-17 M/C 54S
• Tyre, rear: 140/70-17 M/C 66S
• Steering angle, left / right: 35° / 35°

SUSPENSION

• Suspension, front: 37 mm telescopic fork
• Suspension, rear: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock and 5-way adjustable preload

BRAKES

• Brakes, front: Single 290 mm petal disc Single balanced actuation dual-piston
• Brakes, rear”: Single 220 mm petal disc Caliper: Dual-piston

DIMENSIONS

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 2,015 mm x 715 mm x 1,110 mm
• Wheelbase: 1,405 mm
• Ground Clearance: 140 mm
• Seat height: 785 mm
• Fuel capacity: 17 litres
• Curb Mass: 172 kg / 174 kg (ABS)

PERFORMANCE

• Maximum power: 29.0 kW {39 PS} / 11,000 rpm
• Maximum torque: 27.0 N.m {2.8 kgf.m} / 10,000 rpm

Price of Kawasaki Ninja 300

The Ninja 300 is priced at £4799, with the ABS-equipped bike retailing for £5199. The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300 is expected to hit the dealerships towards the end of 2012 or early 2013.

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